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At the conclusion of PFD Week 2024, attendees will be able to:

Clinical and Basic Science Learning Objectives:
  1. Discuss updates in pelvic organ prolapse, fecal/urinary incontinence, and overactive bladder treatments.
  2. Describe pelvic floor anatomy and how to avoid, minimize, and manage complications of surgery.
  3. Describe research in postpartum complications and their clinical management.
  4. Discuss the latest research on the relationship between the microbiome and bladder health.
  5. Discuss research in the extracellular matrix and their applications in urogynecology using animal models.
  6. Describe simulation models that can be used to educate trainees.
  7. Discuss the use of ultrasound in evaluating patients with pelvic floor disorders.
  8. Interpret the latest research in urogynecologic mesh complications.
Other Learning Objectives
  1. Discuss different career pathways available to urogynecologists.
  2. Discuss the ethical implications of artificial intelligence in patient care.
  3. Describe the Physician Payments Sunshine Act and its role in maintaining high ethical standards among practicing physicians.
  4. Explore research funding opportunities within federal and non-federal funding institutions.

Accreditation

The American Urogynecologic Society is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

Designation

The American Urogynecologic Society designates this live activity for a maximum of 20.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ including pre-conference workshops. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Physicians who participate in this course virtually can earn a maximum of 16.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.

Evaluations will be accessible via the mobile app (*Claim Credits*) and emailed following the completion of the meeting. Credits must be claimed by December 31, 2024.

Disclaimer

The primary purpose of the AUGS Annual Meeting (PFD Week) is educational. Information, as well as technologies, products and/or services discussed, are intended to inform participants about the knowledge, techniques and experiences of subspecialists who are willing to share such information with colleagues. A diversity of professional opinion exists in the specialty and AUGS disclaim any and all liability for damages to any individual attending this meeting and for all claims which may result from the use of information, technologies, products and/or services discussed at the meeting.