We are currently seeking three volunteers to serve on a Writing Group to develop a consensus statement on Management of Mesh-related Complications for the FPMRS Specialist. This will be a joint publication with AUGS.  The goal of this position statement is to draw on the common findings of recently published reviews and guidelines to develop a framework for FPMRS providers. It will address the importance of patient-centered care and shared-decision making, the process for identifying and diagnosing surgical complications related to mesh, and the clinical services, including multi-disciplinary assessment when appropriate that are required for centers treating mesh complications.  It will also provide an evidence-based algorithm to inform clinical decisions in treating mesh complications and identify evidence gaps.

We are seeking 3 members with the following expertise and/or skillset (note, not all are required):

• Clinical expertise with the management of mesh-related complications
• Knowledge and understanding of the scientific literature regarding the management of mesh-related complications
• Prior experience reviewing scientific literature and writing technical reports, reviews, or other scientific papers
• Commitment to teamwork, responsiveness, and dedication to complete assignments

Applications
The deadline for applications is Thursday, January 31 at 11:59pm Central Standard Time (CST). To apply, please follow these two steps:

1) Submit a letter of interest stating your qualifications for the position and a brief CV to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.,

2) Complete the online COI form available by clicking here.

We are excited to announce that on April 11 and 12, 2019, we will be in Hangzhou, China! The program for our newest IUGA eXchange program, held at the Hangzhou Women’s Hospital, is now available. To see the program and learn more about this IUGA eXchange, click here.

Because we are always looking for ways to better serve our busy members, the IUGA Academy is now available on-the-go! Download the new app for free and check out all of the educational opportunities- now available on your smartphone! To check it out, click here!

Do you want present in a workshop or roundtable session at the AUGS/IUGA Scientific Meeting in 2019? Until February 1, 2019, we are accepting proposals for workshops and roundtables. To find out more or to submit your workshop or roundtable, click here.

Observed since 1985, International Volunteer Day (December 5) provides us a chance to recognize the many volunteers who contribute to the success of IUGA. It takes many hands to keep an association like IUGA moving forward and best in the field. While some volunteers are very visible, others remain behind the scenes, but their contributions are just as important. Today we thank ALL of our volunteers – over 1,100!! – who shared their time, talent, and expertise with us in 2018.

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We are pleased to announce the 2018 IUGA Observership Grant Recipients. One $4,000 USD grant is awarded to a trainee, fellow, or physician-in-training, and one to a consultant from a least developed country, as defined by the World Bank. A third grant in the amount of $2,000 USD is awarded to an IUGA member who does not meet the criteria for either of the other grant categories.

This year’s recipients are:

• Fatimat Motunrayo Akinlusi (Nigeria) hosted by Ranee Thakar and Abdul Sultan at Croydon University Hospital (United Kingdom)
• Merry Gong (Canada) hosted by Ranee Thakar and Abdul Sultan at Croydon University Hospital (United Kingdom)
• Hedwig Neels (Belgium) hosted by Hans Peter Dietz at the University of Sydney, Nepean Clinical School (Australia)

We expect the next Observership Grant application cycle to open in Spring 2019. To learn more about these awards, visit www.iuga.org/grants/observership.

Now available: the newest IUGA Podcast by Albert De Decker

Season 2 Episode 1 - How to read and write an article

'Why is scientific reading and writing still necessary, where lie the pitfalls and where lies the beauty?'

Interviews with the panel of experts; Professor Jean Jacques Amy, Professor Jason Abbott, Dr Vanessa Jordan and Professor Peter Dwyer

To check it out, click here

No Vice President candidate received over 50% of the vote in the recently completed IUGA elections. A run-off election is therefore required between the top two candidates.

All members are asked to log onto the IUGA website and vote for one Vice President candidate before December 7.

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