FIUGA is proud to highlight the vital role mentorship plays in shaping the future of urogynecology. On June 20, 2025 at the IUGA/EUGA Joint Meeting in Barcelona Ranee Thakar and Lisa Prodigalided, were honored by their mentees with the prestigious FIUGA Honored Mentor Award.
Rooted deeply in the principle of mentorship, FIUGA offers the Honor Your Mentor program. This initiative provides IUGA members with the opportunity to formally recognize the mentors who have significantly influenced their professional journeys. Beyond personal gratitude, this program supports FIUGA’s mission to nurture leadership and excellence within the urogynecological community.
Ranee Thakar was nominated by her mentees Vasanth Andrews, Madhu Naidu, Adanna Okeahialam, Ivilina Pandeva, Annika Taithongchai, and Isabelle Van Gruting, in recognition of her unwavering support and mentorship.
Lisa Prodigalidad was nominated by Joanne Karen Aguinaldo, Almira Amin-Ong, Mary Rani Cadiz, Maria Margarita Florentino, Lilibeth Lim Navarro, Ryan Joseph Lirazan, Maria Margarita Franchesca Lojo, Ira Dominique Malonzo, Jean Aileen Manalastas, Geogrey Que, Rowena Sumilang, and May Anne Tabaquero for her consistent encouragement, guidance, and positive influence.
We thank all mentees for their contributions and for acknowledging the lasting impact of their mentors. Their appreciation highlights the meaningful connections that define the spirit of mentorship FIUGA aims to celebrate and foster.
