Power of ultrasound in the assessment of pelvic floor disorder

Join us for our hybrid education course 'Power of ultrasound in the assessment of pelvic floor disorders' led by chairs Chairs: A/Prof. Ligita Jokubkiene and Dr Aly Youssef.

The hybrid course, 'Power of Ultrasound in the Assessment of Pelvic Floor Disorders', led by A/Prof. Ligita Jokubkiene and Dr. Aly Youssef, promises to be highly insightful. Participants can gain valuable knowledge about the applications and significance of ultrasound in evaluating pelvic floor conditions.

This course will offer a comprehensive experience, with on-site participants benefiting from practical, hands-on training in 3D/4D pelvic floor ultrasound, while remote attendees gain valuable insights through expert-led lectures. A well-rounded approach to deepening expertise in this important field!

Why attend?

Learning Objectives:

1. To learn about applications of ultrasound in diagnosing pelvic floor disorders

2. To gain knowledge on how to examine levator ani muscles using ultrasound

3. To find out if detection of levator ani muscle injuries in asymptomatic women have clinical importance

4. To improve knowledge on use of ultrasound in the assessment of urinary bladder and bowel emptying problems

5. To learn how to assess position of MESH and implants using ultrasound

6. To gain knowledge on the use of ultrasound in managing patients with pelvic organ prolapse

7. To learn about the role of ultrasound in anal sphincter injuries in two different perspectives: colorectal surgeon and gynaecologist

Program

The program will be updated here shortly.

Delegates have a choice to attend this course virtually or on-site at the ISUOG offices in West London. Delegates attending on-site will be provided with refreshments during the breaks and lunch. Following the course delegates on-site will have the exclusive opportunity to network with the on-site invited faculty and other delegates, light drinks and refreshments will be provided.

Delegates attending on-site will be invited to the ISUOG office by Latimer Road in West London, where the course will be held. You will recieve joining instructions will the full information.

Delegates attending via livestream will receive the web-link to attend the course virtually. You will recieve live-streaming joining instructions with the full information.

Registration

Date: Saturday 15th March 2025

Time: 09:00 - 18:15 GMT (UTC+0)

On-demand access available until 15th May 2025.

ISUOG offers discount to our members from countries with lower income, see the eligibility information below. Unfortunately for attending the course on-site, no discount is available. Registration for attending this course in-person at our London office will be limited to 35-capacity and will be first come, first serve.

Attending an on-site course at the ISUOG offices offers a comprehensive and immersive learning experience, combining expert instruction, hands-on training, and valuable networking opportunities to enhance the professional development of delegates in the field of ultrasound in obstetrics and gynecology. Following the course delegates on-site have an exclusive opportunity to network with their peers and faculty. Light refreshments and alcoholic beveragements will be provided. Come along to our London offices and meet the esteemed faculty and your peers!

Trainees/residents and sonographers/radiographers

Proof of status: All trainees, residents, sonographers and radiographers will need to submit proof of their trainee, resident, sonographer or radiographer status by way of a letter from their Department or Institution. The letter must be in English and dated within the last 3 months. The document can be uploaded at the time of registering or sent by email to [email protected].

Sonographer definition: A sonographer is a non-physician medical imaging professional who performs diagnostic medical sonography, or diagnostic ultrasound.

Trainee/resident definition: A trainee is a medical professional who is not yet fully qualified or practicing without supervision within their chosen specialty and in accordance with the relevant national regulatory authorities; a resident is in residency training which leads to specially or subspecialty) certification.

Low resource country discount

ISUOG's mission is to disseminate the highest quality education to the broadest audience. To support this aim, we have ensured that attendees from low resource countries have the lowest registration fees.

Eligible countries: ISUOG's low resource country list can be viewed here. No other discounts can be used in conjunction with this rate

Middle income country discount

ISUOG's mission is to disseminate the highest quality education to the broadest audience. To support this aim, we have ensured that attendees from middle income countries have access to reduced registration fees.

Eligible countries: ISUOG has identified the following countries whose economies fall within the middle income category as defined by the World Bank. Delegates from these countries can qualify for the reduced middle income registration fees. Delegates from countries categorised as low resource (see Low resource country discount section below) can qualify for even greater discounts. No other discounts can be used in conjunction with this rate.

American Samoa

Argentina

Brazil

Bulgaria

China

Costa Rica

Dominican Republic

India

Indonesia

Iran

Kazakhstan

Malaysia

Mexico

Philippines

Russia

Serbia

South Africa

Thailand

Turkey

Turkmenistan

Membership entitlements

Non-members: All non-members registering for the course will receive ISUOG basic membership for 12 months, starting approximately the week after the live event. When registering, you will have the opportunity to pay and upgrade your basic membership if you wish, to include a 12-month subscription to the Journal Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynecology (UOG) either online (only) or hard copy print and online.

Please visit our membership page for more information about all ISUOG membership benefits.

Key Speakers

A/Prof. Ligita Jokubkiene (Sweden) Courses Sub-Committee Chair

Country: Sweden

Field: Gynecology; Obstetrics

Specialties: 3D & 4D ultrasound; gynecological ultrasound; gynecological oncology; early pregnancy; reproductive medicine

Languages: English; Swedish; Russian

Dr Aly Youssef (Italy) ISUOG Fellowship, 2024

UOG Social Media Editor

Dr Aly Youssef was a resident in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alexandria University, Egypt until 2006. He worked as a trainee in the Obstetrics and Prenatal Medicine Unit, Sant’Orsola-Malpighi Hospital, University of Bologna, Italy from 2008 to 2013, where he became a consultant since 2015. He has published over 120 academic papers in peer-reviewed journals mainly in the field of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and ultrasound evaluation of the pelvic floor.

Languages: English; Italian; Arabic; French

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FAQs

Does ISUOG offer certificates of attendance for education courses?

Yes, ISUOG offers certificates of attendance for our education courses. Please note the ISUOG certificate of attendance will be available for one year after a course.

Does ISUOG offer CME certificates for education courses?

ISUOG's education courses are accredited on a case by case basis. Please check the course webpage for information on CME accreditation. Please note the CME certificate will be available for one month after a course. After one month registered delegates will only be able to download their ISUOG certificate of attendance.

How do I download my certificate?

Following a course registered delegates will receive an email with a link to submit an evaluation form. After completing the evaluation form, registered delegates will be redirected to their certificate, which can be filled in before downloading. Please be sure to download your certificate before exiting the survey.

I'm attending the course on-site, where should I stay?

For your accommodation, we highly recommend staying at the Dorsett Hotel Shepherds Bush. This hotel has been a preferred choice for many of our delegates in the past, offering a convenient location and excellent amenities.

To make your reservation, please contact the hotel directly.

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