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International Urogynecological Association (IUGA)

IUGA is committed to advance education and research, to provide guidance, and to increase awareness related to pelvic floor dysfunction. 🌍🏥

The International Urogynecological Association (IUGA) is a non-profit international organization dedicated to the advancement of urogynecological knowledge around the world through education and the promotion of basic and clinical research on disorders of the female pelvic floor.

12/12/2025

🌟 The new IUGA Academy is here!

All Academy users will see a refreshed dashboard with easier access to every course.

IAPS users, great news: no more second login! You now access all IAPS and Academy content in one place with a single sign-on.

🔗 Learn more: https://www.iuga.org/education/academy

12/11/2025

🔦 Theme spotlight: Interdisciplinarity | IUGA International Symposium 2026

🗓️ February 28 – March 1, 2026 (Virtual)

Interdisciplinary collaboration is essential to advancing pelvic floor care. By bringing together expertise from urogynecologists, physiotherapists, nurses, colore**al specialists, psychologists, and more, we can build more coordinated, patient-centered care pathways.

🌍 Join us at the 2026 International Symposium as we explore how interdisciplinary practice shapes the future of pelvic health and strengthens outcomes for patients worldwide.

🔗 Register now and be part of this global conversation:
https://events.statusplus.com/iuga-international-symposium-2026/register

12/10/2025

New IUGA Opinion Paper available now! 📰

Obstructed Defecation: Management of Clinical and Proctographic Rectoceles, highlights key approaches urogynecologists use when assessing and treating obstructed defecation in women with rectocele, recto-enterocele, and re**al intussusception.

🔗 Read the full paper here: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00192-025-06288-7

12/09/2025

Join our webinar on Clean Intermittent Self-Catheterization (CISC)!

🗓️ Thursday, December 18
🕣 8:30 AM UTC
💻 Online via Zoom
🎟️ Free registration

Hear from an international group of experienced professionals as they discuss nursing perspectives, continence care practices, and practical approaches to patient education and multidisciplinary care in CISC.

🔗 Sign up here: https://www.iuga.org/events/webinars/iuga-webinar-on-clean-intermittent-self-catheterization-cisc-december-18

12/08/2025

Calling all attentive and detail-oriented IUGA members! 🔍

The Scientific Committee is looking for abstract reviewers to support the review process for the 51st IUGA Annual Meeting.

This is a great opportunity to contribute to the quality and integrity of the scientific program of the Annual Meeting.

🗓️ Apply by December 15.

🔗 Learn more and apply now: https://www.iugameeting.org/2026/abstracts/call-for-abstract-reviewers

12/05/2025

Today is International Volunteer Day! 💙

IUGA volunteers are active and engaged members of our urogynecology community, working to create and share knowledge that advances the field and supports improved patient care. 🤝

They are an invaluable asset, and their dedication makes our work possible. Thank you for all your hard work.

Join us in celebrating all volunteers who contributed to IUGA in 2025! Your time, talent, and commitment mean so much.

💙 Find the full list of volunteers here: https://www.iuga.org/news/news/international-volunteer-day-2025

12/04/2025

Join us for our first-ever Surgical Masterclass!

🗓️ Friday, March 13 – Saturday, March 14, 2026
💻 Virtual

In Session 3, we'll explore advanced techniques and decision-making strategies for complex pelvic floor surgery through a series of expert-led presentations.

💡 Topics in this session:
🔹 Recurrent Prolapse After SCP
🔹 Best Practice Tips for Anterior-apical Transvaginal Mesh Placement
🔹 Surgical Approaches to Sacrospinous Hysteropexy

Join colleagues from around the world and learn from leaders in urogynecological surgery. Don't miss your chance to participate!

🔗 Secure your spot at the Surgical Masterclass today: https://events.statusplus.com/iuga-surgical-masterclass-2026

# SurgicalMasterclass2026

12/03/2025

The InSpIRE Program celebrates practitioners contributing to the growth of urogynecology in countries where the subspecialty is not yet recognized.

We’re proud to showcase the 2025 group of InSpIRE-accredited professionals from Latin America, Asia, Europe, and beyond. 🌍

💡 You could be one of next year's accredited professionals! Applications are now open.

🔗 View the full list of InSpIRE recipients and apply now: https://www.iuga.org/education/inspire

12/02/2025

It's ! 💙

Your support directly helps expand access to urogynecological care in underserved communities worldwide.

Every donation strengthens FIUGA's International Enrichment Programs, helping us train more doctors to deliver the specialized care women need and deserve.

No matter the size, your donation makes a difference to the communities that rely on our mission.

Help us help women worldwide and donate today: https://www.fiuga.org/giving-tuesday/

Thank you for standing with us. 💙

12/01/2025

🔦 Theme spotlight: Inclusion | IUGA International Symposium 2026

🗓️ February 28 – March 1, 2026 (Virtual)

Inclusion is essential to advancing pelvic health globally. When we create space for different cultures, lived experiences, and professional perspectives, we strengthen the support systems patients rely on.

🌍 Join us at the 2026 International Symposium as we explore the importance of inclusive care approaches and celebrate the global community shaping the future of pelvic health.

🔗 Register now and be part of this global conversation: https://events.statusplus.com/iuga-international-symposium-2026/register

11/28/2025

In November, we join global efforts to spotlight bladder health! 🌎

Intra-detrusor onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) is an effective treatment options for overactive bladder syndrome (OAB).

💡 A recent study published in the International Urogynecology Journal (IUJ) explores the potential impact of intravesical Botox injections on sexual function, shedding light on an important dimension of patient wellbeing.

🔍 Access the full article here: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s00192-021-05072-7

11/27/2025

Bring your groundbreaking research to Rio de Janeiro! 🇧🇷

The Scientific Committe for the 51st IUGA Annual Meeting is currently welcoming submissions for oral, poster, and video presentations in a variety of topics, including:

✅ Artificial Intelligence
✅ Epidemiology/Quality of life
✅ Surgical Complications
.. and more!

Don't miss your chance to shine on the global stage! 🌍

🗓️ Submit your application before January 25, 2026.

View the full list of topics, read the submission guidelines, and apply today using the link below!

🔗 https://www.iugameeting.org/2026/abstracts/call-for-abstracts

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