AUGS Advocacy
As the leading voice for urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery, AUGS is the only organization solely dedicated to advancing the interests of urogynecologists and the patients they serve. Our advocacy efforts focus on securing fair reimbursement for urogynecologists, increasing investment in urogynecologic research, and shaping policies that support optimal urogynecologic patient care. We are committed to raising the visibility of our urogynecologists and advanced practice providers, and creating awareness of urogynecologic conditions among policymakers, funding agencies, and the broader health care community.
AUGS Advocacy Priorities
AUGS is dedicated to advancing the specialty and the patients it serves through advocacy, research investment, fair reimbursement, and raising awareness among policymakers, funders, and the broader health care community.
Latest Activities
Stay up to date with AUGS’ latest advocacy efforts focused on improving health policy and increasing research funding for women’s health. From urging Congress to stabilize physician payment and stop Medicare cuts, to responding to proposed rules and national reports, AUGS is actively shaping the future of urogynecology and women’s health research.
Member Call to Action
Member call to action for legislation allows constituents to advocate for policies, stay informed about upcoming changes in the law, and ensure their voice is heard by lawmakers. They are an important tool in our advocacy efforts as legislators need and want to hear from their constituents.
Joint Society Statements
At times, topics with the potential for significant health related impacts call for joint statements with peer organizations to elevate the importance of the matter, demonstrate a unified position, and coordinate communication.
Coalition Memberships
AUGS is proud to be an active member of national coalitions that amplify our voice and strengthen our impact. Through these partnerships, we work collaboratively to advance research, shape policy, and protect the future of women’s health and urogynecology.
AUGS Health Policy and Payment Update Newsletter
AUGS Health Policy and Payment Update Newsletter provides updates to the membership on AUGS advocacy efforts and the latest legislative and congressional updates of relevance to our subspecialty.
Becoming a Urogyn Advocate: Advocacy Basics
Now more than ever, it’s critical that we speak up for the future of urogynecology. Physician payment and federal research funding are under increasing pressure and the voices of clinicians like you can make a real difference. Join AUGS and McDermott+ on Sept. 10 for this webinar understand show powerful your voice can be.
