Media Advisory

Contact:
Kara Dress
202-367-2434
kara@augs.org

What: The American Urogynecologic Society’s 30th Annual Scientific Meeting

When: September 24-26, 2009

Where: Westin Diplomat Resort & Spa, Hollywood, FL, USA

The AUGS 30th Annual Scientific Meeting provides the largest public platform for presentation and discussion of the latest science for female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgeons to announce revolutionary treatments, cutting-edge technological breakthroughs and future research efforts.

Highlights from this year's scientific program include:

• Pelvic Floor Disorders Will Impact as Many as One-Third of All Women in 2050
• Treatment to Correct Pelvic Organ Prolapse in Women May Improve Body Image and Sexual Function
• All Childbirth Outcomes May Affect Pelvic Organ Support in Women
• Urinary Incontinence Significantly Impacts Quality of Life, Despite Small Improvements Over Time
• Stronger Pelvic Muscles Linked to Improved Sexual Function, Orgasms in Women

This year’s Annual Scientific Meeting, held in Hollywood, Florida, September 24-26, brings together more than 1,000 female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgeons and features more than 300 poster presentations; 90 oral presentations including case studies, surgical videos, and tips and tricks; renowned keynote speakers as well as information on incontinence, pelvic floor disorders, sexual dysfunction, anal ultrasound, and coding and practice management.

For registration information, please contact Kara Dress at kara@augs.org or at (202) 367-2434.

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The American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS), founded in 1979, is a physician organization dedicated to research, education and sharing of best practices in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery that results in improved care for women. For more information, visit www.augs.org or www.mypelvichealth.org.

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