67th Annual Clinical Meeting

 

Welcome message from SOGC President

Dear colleague,

Throughout this program you will see images showcasing the spectacular union of metropolis and mountains which can only be found in Vancouver. I don’t imagine it would be hard to convince you that Canada’s west coast is an exciting place to spend a week. Vibrant neighborhoods and expansive green spaces can be explored by foot, bike or kayak. Art, shopping, exotic flavors — it’s all there for the taking.

Yet, from June 21 to 25, the city will merely be a fantastic backdrop for Canada’s premier event in obstetrics and gynaecology. What is it that makes the SOGC’s Annual Clinical Meeting so worthwhile? Time and again, feedback from participants such as yourself tells us it’s the quality of our scientific program and the chance to have your voice heard.

Last year nearly 1,000 professionals, each committed to translating evidence-based learning into improved outcomes in practice settings, attended our Annual Clinical Meeting. This year will again be an opportunity to network with your peers invested in women’s health, share experiences and enhance the skills and knowledge of our profession.

Please, consider joining us for the Society’s Annual Clinical Meeting. Beyond our wide selection of symposia, conjoint sessions, post-graduate courses, and best-practice and sub-specialty sessions — including many hands-on learning opportunities — this year presents a unique opportunity to examine Aboriginal women’s health care, at home and abroad. June 21 is National Aboriginal Day, and we will open the meeting with a full-day International Indigenous Women’s Health Symposium, focused on addressing inequities and providing culturally-safe care.

I strongly believe that when so many motivated and gifted minds come together at our Annual Clinical Meeting each year, the result is a meaningful, positive impact on both the health of our patients and the health of our profession. This is how we will continue to move forward.

I hope to see you in Vancouver.

Sincerely,
Ahmed Ezzat, MD
President, SOGC

Program Objectives

The SOGC is committed to providing Continuing Professional Learning in accordance with the standards of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada’s Maintenance of Certification Program®.

The following are the program objectives for all participants:

  • To listen and learn in an interactive environment.
  • To problem solve using case-based interactively structured sessions.
  • To discuss relevant clinical updates in obstetrics and gynaecology.
  • To review the latest surgical techniques and their application to clinical practice.
  • To establish SOGC Clinical Practice Guidelines in their daily practice.
  • To organize the application and use of computer technology in CPL initiatives.
  • To discuss and network with colleagues in the areas of various sub-
  • A full Day Program on International Women’s Health
  • 14 International Symposia specialties.

Be inspired …

…by our scientific program

  • Hear from national and international expertise
  • Participate in hands-on learning opportunities
  • Choose from 24 best-practice sessions, 18 post-graduate sessions, and 14 international symposia
  • On National Aboriginal Day, celebrate and learn at our full-day International Indigenous Women’s Health Symposium

…by your colleagues

  • Connect with 1,000 professionals who share your passions
  • Enjoy our networking and social opportunities

…by new developments

  • Get updated at our Research and Innovation Program
  • Visit over 50 exhibitors

…by the vision of our leaders

  • Let your voice be heard at the Annual Business Meeting
  • Celebrate achievement at the Awards Ceremony and President’s Installation

…by the new generation

  • Take part in our Medical Student Program full program for students and residents
  • Present your case in the ever-popular Stump the Professor challenge

Credits

  • This event has been approved for up to 38 credits as an Accredited Group Learning Activity as defined under section (1) of the Maintenance of Certification Program® of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
  • The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists has assigned 29 cognate credits to this program.
  • This program has been accredited by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and the British Columbia Chapter for up to 38 Mainpro-M1 credits.