On behalf of Australasian Gynaecological Endoscopy and Surgery Society, it is my pleasure to welcome you to the AGES XXVI Annual Scientific Meeting 2016.

The scientific committee has assembled an exciting and, at times, controversial program focusing on The Modern Woman. The Modern Woman is everywhere, represented by our patients, relatives, spouses, and colleagues. Yet her omnipresence defies definition, a theme that is central to this program.

Through a series of lectures, live surgical vignettes, free communications and debates, the program has been constructed to educate and stimulate. The extensive international and national faculty has not only been tasked with the critical assessment of modern surgical approaches to a variety of obstetric and gynaecological conditions, but also with the exploration of themes as diverse as professionalism, reproduction and sexuality.

The social highlight of the program is the Black Tie Gala Dinner at the Queensland Art Gallery, which, for the first time, will also feature an exciting charitable auction.


Once again, I welcome you to Brisbane to explore ‘The Modern Woman’.

 

Kind regards

 

Anusch Yazdani
President, AGES
On behalf of the Organising Committee

Conference Committee

A/Prof Anusch Yazdani
Conference Chair

Dr Rachel Green
Scientific Co-Chair

Dr Tal Jacobson
Scientific Co-Chair

Dr Supuni Kapurubandara
Committee Member & Social Chair

A/Prof Jason Abbott
Committee Member

Dr Jade Acton
Committee Member
Dr Akhram Khalil
Committee Member

Dr David Molloy
Committee Member

Dr Vinay Rane
Committee Member

Dr Michael Wynn-Williams
Committee Member

National Faculty

A/Prof Jason Abbott
Dr Salwan Al-Salihi
Mr Leon Atkinson-MacEwen
Dr Fariba Behnia-Willison
Dr Jayne Berryman
Dr Felix Chan
Dr Naven Chetty
Dr Simon Edmonds
Dr Hugo Fernandes
Dr Andrea Garrett
Prof Judith Goh
Dr Rachel Green
Prof Sonia Grover

Dr Ash Hanafy
Dr Tal Jacobson
Dr Ben Kroon
Dr Simon McDowell
A/Prof Chris Maher
Dr Amy Mellor
Dr David Molloy
Prof Michael Permezel
Dr Vinay Rane
Prof Ajay Rane OAM
Dr Stuart Salfinger
Dr Jim Tsaltas
Dr Peta Wright
A/Prof Anusch Yazdani

International Faculty

Dr Nahla Merhi

Dr Merhi is a American board certified subspecialist in urogynaecology with a special interest in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery based at Silver Cross Hospital and Presence St. Joseph Medical Center, United States. She is a renowned proctor in minimally invasive gynaecologic surgery with specific interest in robotic surgery.

Prof Stefano Salvatore

Prof Salvatore is the Professor of urogynaecology at the San Raffaele Hospital and the University of Milan, and current President of the European Urogynaecological Association. He is the Scientific Secretary of the Italian Society of Urodynamics. He also serves on the Editorial Boards of Neurology and Urodynamics and of the International Urogynecological Journal.

Live Surgery

Dr Felix Chan

Dr Chan is the Director of Gynaecological Oncology for Southwest Area Health Service. He is also a Senior Conjoint Lecturer of University NSW and is involved in teaching undergraduate and post-graduate students. He is heavily engaged in training and a proctor in multi-port and single-site robotic cases.

Dr Michael Wynn-Williams

Dr Wynn Williams is a gynaecologist in public and private practice based in Brisbane. His main interest is in endometriosis and fibroid surgery.  Michael is a training supervisor for the AGES Accredited Training Program in Brisbane. His passion for teaching surgery leads him to regularly demonstrate advanced laparoscopic surgery nationally and internationally.

Keynote Speaker

Alison Ariotti

 

Alison Ariotti presents the Nine Network’s 6pm Weekend News in Brisbane & has 15 years experience reporting news in Queensland. 

Alison began her career at WIN Television. She worked as a reporter in Cairns and on the Sunshine Coast before being offered a position with Channel Nine, first on the Gold Coast and then in Brisbane. 

In 2009 Alison joined the world of breakfast TV, becoming the Queensland reporter for the TODAY Show. During her time with TODAY, Alison filed stories from London ahead of the 2012 Olympics, was a network reporter for the Delhi 2010 Commonwealth Games and followed the Tour de France in 2012. She also spent 6 months covering the QLD flood crisis of 2010/2011. 

Alison completed a 2 week fellowship at CNN, Atlanta in 2011 as the Nine Network's chosen representative. 

Alison and her husband Gerard welcomed their first child in 2013 and shortly afterwards relocated to Sydney where Alison hosted Nine News NOW. 12 months later Alison and her family returned home to Queensland where Alison took up the position of Weekend News Presenter. 

She is currently on maternity leave after welcoming her second daughter in January 2016. 

Registration Costs

Select a registration type

Single Meeting Registration

Earlybird Regular
Fellow - Member $1095 $1295
Fellow - Non Member $1315 $1515
Registrar/Trainee - Member $495 $595
Registrar/Trainee - Non Member $655 $755
Student/Nurse/Practice Manager $490 $590

Double Meeting Package - ASM & PFS

Regular
Fellow - Member $2200
Fellow - Non Member $2550
Registrar/Trainee - Member $955
Registrar/Trainee - Non Member $1220
Student/Nurse/Practice Manager $775

Double Meeting Package - ASM & FM

Regular
Fellow - Member $2090
Fellow - Non Member $2440
Registrar/Trainee - Member $935
Registrar/Trainee - Non Member $1195
Student/Nurse/Practice Manager $760

Triple Meeting Package - ASM, PFS & FM

Regular
Fellow - Member $2950
Fellow - Non Member $3422
Registrar/Trainee - Member $1271
Registrar/Trainee - Non Member $1636
Student/Nurse/Practice Manager $1034

Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

BCEC is located in picturesque South Bank, Brisbane’s unique riverside cultural, entertainment and dining precinct in the heart of the city of Brisbane.

Set in lush subtropical riverfront parkland, it is a dynamic urban lifestyle and retail precinct that showcases Queensland’s art and culture and is home to Brisbane’s newest dining destination and the swimming lagoon. You will also find a diversity of attractions such as the performing art theatres, state opera companies and the Gallery of Modern Art.

Conference Workshops

Pre-Conference RANZCOG Training Supervisor Workshop

Wednesday, 2 March 2016

0900 - 1630

Course Facilitators: Lyn Johnson (RANZCOG Director of Education & Training) and Shaun McCarthy (RANZCOG Training Services Manager)

Since 2008, the RANZCOG has been conducting Training Supervisor Workshops around Australia and New Zealand for RANZCOG Fellows who are supervisors in the FRANZCOG Training Program or who are interested in becoming supervisors.  Senior RANZCOG trainees interested in becoming supervisors following elevation to Fellowship are also welcome to attend.

The all-day workshop covers the following:

  • The FRANZCOG Curriculum and the resources on CLIMATE, the College’s eLearning platform.
  • Introduction to the College’s new ePortfolio system for FRANZCOG trainees.
  • Understanding the teaching and learning behaviours which underpin supervision.
  • Learning how to support/mentor trainees through appraisal and assessment, and ways of giving constructive feedback.
  • Assessment documentation in the FRANZCOG Training Program, including the 3-monthly appraisal and 6-monthy summative assessment forms.
  • Dealing with difficult trainees – prevention strategies and problem management.

The workshop is interactive and includes discussions, videos and role plays.

 PD points: RANZCOG Fellows attending the workshop can claim 8 CPD (Meeting) points.

NOTE: The workshop focuses specifically on the FRANZCOG Training Program and the role of supervisors within that program.

Space is limited. Pre-registration is a must!  

 

 

 

 

Pre-Conference Workshop in Laparoscopic Cadaveric Pelvic Anatomy

PROGRAM

Medical Engineering and Research Facility (MERF), Queensland University of Technology
Prince Charles Hospital Campus, Staib Rd, Chermside

Wednesday 2 March, 2016
0800 - 1730

Course Convenor:
Dr Michael Wynn-Williams
MBChB, FRANZCOG

This course is designed for gynaecologist with laparoscopic skills who wish to expand their knowledge of pelvic and abdominal retroperitoneal anatomy. The participants will be instructed through a combination of didactic and hands-on cadaveric sessions utilising umembalmed female donated cadavers. 

No more than three participants are assigned to each donor and will be closely supervised by an experienced advanced laparoscopic surgical instructor. There will be a rotational format where each participant will have the opportunity to operate, assist and observe to optimise the learning experience.

The course will focus on demonstration of the pelvic sidewall dissection with a particular focus on the surgical layers and surgical spaces with the anatomical structure contained within them.  The registrants will have the opportunity to complete the anatomical dissection required to perform a Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy. The retroperitoneal spaces around the bladder, pelvic floor, large bowel and kidneys will all be explored extensively.

Limited spaces available - Skill level Senior Registrar or Fellow. Workshop currently sold out!


 

 

 

Conference Workshop

DaVinci Gynaecology Advanced Course

Sponsored by

This Advanced Course features video presentations by Dr Nahla Merhi (USA) and Dr Jason Tan (Perth) and live surgery performed by Dr Felix Chan (Sydney) and Prof Alan Lam (Sydney).

The aim of this course is to enable da Vinci Gynaecologists to collaborate and learn from each other’s advanced techniques.

The full day course is only the second of its kind in Australia, and is set to be a valuable da Vinci Surgery learning experience.

 Course attendance by invitation only, based on da Vinci Surgery experience.

Avant Breakfast Session

Avant Breakfast Session, Planning your protection: mitigating risk

Saturday 4th March from 7.30am - 8.20am

Held in P6 at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre

Complimentary for AGES ASM delegates.

Speakers include Avant Senior Risk Manager, Marianna Kelly and Avant Law Medico Legal Adivsor, Tracy Pickett. 

For presenter bios and further details please click here.

To register your RSVP please login to your Currinda profile (click here) and add this to your registration or alternatly email your RSVP to secretariat@ages.com.au

An AGES First: The Modern AGES Interactive Hub

Surgical Skills and Learning Centre
Sponsored by Stryker and Applied Medical

Friday 4 March, 2016
Held in the Exhibition area, BCEC

Multi-dimensional skill acquisition for gynaecological and obstetrical surgeons with expert mentorship in a real-time interactive session featuring laparoscopic suturing, high fidelity dry lab and procedure simulation. Elevate your surgical skills to a higher plane. 

Places strictly limited. Pre-registration essential.  No additional cost – AGES members only.

Further details to be confirmed. Please continue to check back for more information.

Opening & Welcome Reception
Plaza Terrace, BCEC
Wednesday 2 March 2016, 6.30pm - 8.30pm
Complimentary for registered delegates | Additional tickets $60

 

 

XXVI Annual Scientific Meeting Gala Dinner
Watermall, Queensland Art Gallery
Friday 4 March 2016, 7.00pm - 10.30pm
Tickets | $145 per person

Dress Code: Black Tie 

Gala Dinner Charity Auction

AGES is excited to announce that a charity auction will be held during the Black Tie Gala Dinner on Friday, 4th March. The items for auction will be the artwork 'Duet' by Christina Leta, as featured on the front cover of the AGES XXVI ASM brochure. The President's Dozen, featuring 12 wines donated from the cellars of the AGES Board Members. All proceeds will be donated to The Lady Musgrave Trust, who work tirelessly to decrease the frightening number of young women and children facing homelessness and domestic violence. 

 

Rydges South Bank

Queen Room - AUD$279 per night
- including one breakfast daily  
SOLD OUT!


Superior Queen Room - AUD$299 per night 
- including one breakfast daily
SOLD OUT!

Deluxe Queen with river views - AUD$319 per night 
- including one breakfast daily
SOLD OUT!


Hotel Check-in/Check-out 
Check-in is from 2.00pm. Check-out is prior to 11:00am

Parking
Valet Parking is available and is charged at $40.00 per vehicle, per night subject to availability

**Any changes to hotel reservations must be made in writing to the Conference Organisers and not directly to the hotel

Mantra South Bank

Studio Apartment - AUD$269 per night
- including one breakfast daily

1 Bedroom Apartment - AUD$307 per night 
- including one breakfast daily

Hotel Check-in/Check-out 

Check-in is from 2.00pm. Check-out is prior to 10.00am

Parking

Valet Parking is available and is charged at $36.00 per vehicle, per night subject to availability

**Any changes to hotel reservations must be made in writing to the Conference Organisers and not directly to the hotel

NEXT Hotel Brisbane

Standard Queen - AUD$239 per night
- room rate only  

Deluxe King/Twin - AUD$259 per night 
- room rate only

Hotel Check-in/Check-out 
Check-in is from 3.00pm. Check-out is prior to 11.00am

Parking
Valet Parking is available however is limited. Please liase with the hotel to discuss parking. 

**Any changes to hotel reservations must be made in writing to the Conference Organisers and not directly to the hotel

 

Free Communications

There are currently Oral Free Communication Sessions during Session 3 on Thursday 3 of March, and Session 7 on Friday 4 March. 

Digital Free Communications will feature during lunch on both Thursday 3 and Friday 4 March.

Please click on the below to see the program. 

PROGRAM

TERMS & CONDITIONS

CPD Points

This meeting is a RANZCOG Approved O&G Meeting. Eligible Fellows of this college can claim 21 points for full attendance.

 

If the meeting is used for critical reflection and practice improvement, PR&CRM Points can be claimed by submitting a reflection worksheet to RANZCOG. Visit the RANZCOG Website or AGES Registration Desk for forms.

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