Abstract

In the current era of spiraling medical costs, with growing emphasis on the provision of cost-effective medical care, it has become increasingly important for Primary Care providers to become adept at evaluating and treating GYN/Women’s Health issues. This conference will provide you with a practical, clinical update on a full range of women’s health issues, including the diagnosis and management of common gynecologic complaints, contraception, depression, menopause, uterine bleeding, and endocrine disorders. In-depth small group breakouts are included, which will instruct and allow you to develop and refine your skills on endometrial biopsy, basic colposcopy, advanced colposcopy, IUD insertion/removal, and management of common oral contraceptive pill (OCP) problems. The goal of this conference is to increase knowledge and enhance the competence of attendees. Emphasis will be placed on practical application of the evidence-based topics presented. Topics for this year’s conference have been selected based on the educational needs determined from the identified professional practice gaps. The gaps were derived from a variety of sources including evaluations and outcomes data from past participants; clinical expert input; Symposia Medicus’ online survey; and other medical and nursing data. Conference format will include didactic lectures, smaller group breakout and interactive sessions, case studies, and question and answer sessions. Smaller group sessions will be held Friday afternoon. These breakout sessions are organized to provide greater participant/faculty interaction, and will give you an opportunity to participate in discussions on subjects relating to your particular area of interest. Please indicate your breakout session topic choices on the conference registration form in this brochure. Space is limited so please reserve early. An outstanding faculty has been assembled for this conference. Each member was selected based on their individual area of expertise and ability to communicate current, evidence-based, and practical information to participants. You are sure to enjoy our 27th Annual Conference on Office Gynecology & Women’s Health for the Primary Care Provider while sharing ideas and experiences with colleagues from across the country in the beautiful setting of Oahu