Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists RANZCOG

The RANZCOG 2025 Regional Symposium - focused on the unique needs and challenges of regional and rural women’s health in Australia - will be taking place in Albury, NSW from 10-13 April 2025. Early bird registration is now open! This conference is a pivotal opportunity to explore how multidisciplinary care can shape the future of women’s health services in regional and rural communities. With a spotlight on the intersection of primary care and specialist obstetrics and gynaecology, the program will dive deep into the essential collaborations needed to deliver optimal care for women in these often underserved areas. Register now to receive the best rates at: https://lnkd.in/gqX4mFuw

As the peak body for women’s health in Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand, RANZCOG advocates to make meaningful progress towards our mission of excellence and equity in women’s health. RANZCOG is a leading voice on critical issues, dedicated to advocating for equitable care for women and their families while supporting the professionals who care for them. The last 12 months the College has made significant progress with its advocacy initiatives. Swipe to look back at some of the key wins from throughout 2024. #RANZCOG #womenshealth #obstetrics #gynaecology

RANZCOG congratulates Dr Leon Foster (CGO), recipient of the 2024 Early Career Fellow Award, for his outstanding contributions to women’s health. Through his remarkable dedication, Dr Foster has established the first local Gynaecological Oncology Service in Canberra, uplifting the morale of the O&G community and providing enhanced training opportunities for local trainees. His efforts have transformed the healthcare landscape in the ACT, ensuring the community receives the same high standard of care as in Sydney and Melbourne. Join us in celebrating Dr Foster’s incredible achievements! Stay tuned for more highlights from this year’s Honours & Awards 📖 Explore all the 2024 Honours & Awards recipients: https://lnkd.in/gVmPUNGY

Swipe for a snapshot of the College’s significant progress over the past twelve months. More details can be found in the 2023/ 2024 Annual Report, on the College's website: https://lnkd.in/gS95NQmZ Reflecting on the 2023/ 2024 period, RANZCOG would like to appreciate the invaluable contributions of the Board, Council, Committees, Working Groups, Examiners, Training Supervisors, RANZCOG Consumers, and staff in advancing our shared mission of excellence and equity in women’s health. Because of your efforts, we are able to educate, advocate, and thrive as a specialty. #RANZCOG #womenshealth

Continuing our 2024 Honours and Awards series, we are delighted to recognise Dr Ranee Thakar as a recipient of the RANZCOG Honorary Fellowship. This prestigious accolade celebrates her exceptional contributions and unwavering dedication to advancing women’s health globally. As President of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, Dr Thakar has made a profound impact on the field of O&G, spearheading initiatives that address inequalities in women’s health a global scale. Through her leadership of the Making Abortion Safe Programme across five sub-Saharan countries, she has championed safe abortion practices and improved access to contraception, significantly enhancing the health and well-being of women and girls worldwide. Join the College in celebrating Dr Thakar’s remarkable achievements, and stay tuned for more in this series. 📖 Explore all of the 2024 Honours & Awards recipients here: https://lnkd.in/gVmPUNGY

Something exciting is launching in 2025! RANZCOG is introducing a brand-new series of events designed to engage, educate, and inspire professionals in obstetrics and gynaecology: the RANZCOG Education & Engagement Days. Rotating across 3 Australian locations throughout 2025, these events will bring together local experts, fostering collaborative learning, and providing a platform for trainees to present their research.  📅 Mark your calendars: Melbourne | 28-29 March 2025 Cairns | 27-28 June 2025 Perth | TBC August 2025 Stay tuned for more information coming soon, and learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gZ57SkTf

The summer 2024 edition of O&G Magazine is now available to read online! Hear from Editor, Dr Talat Uppal, as she invites you to explore this issue focused on Digital Health. Discover how technology is revolutionising women’s healthcare—breaking down barriers, enhancing efficiency, patient care, and shaping the future of the industry. Explore the transformative impact of telehealth, the role of digital tools in maternity care, and how Australia’s cervical screening program is making strides in eliminating cervical cancer. The issue also highlights how healthcare professionals are navigating social media to raise awareness and combat misinformation. Read the full issue at https://lnkd.in/gvN958Xp and join the conversation in the comments.

Private obstetrics and gynaecology services are under significant pressure in Australia as a consequence of multiple factors including lower birth volumes, workforce challenges, rising costs for both patients and providers and systemic gender bias within insurance and funding. The decline of private O&G services could have a catastrophic impact on Australia's public system, which was designed to work in sync with private care. Last month RANZCOG convened a roundtable bringing together service providers, policymakers, insurers, and other market participants from the private sector to discuss urgent collective reform needed to protect these services, and women's choice. Participants listened to a series of topical presentations covering the current state of the industry, trends and insights, MBS Policy, provider compliance, amoung other themes. Discussions yielded a number of proposed solutions which are detailed in the College's Roundtable Report. Swipe to read RANZCOG's recommendations, and explore the full report at: https://lnkd.in/gmpMkhu4

Calling all advanced trainees and Fellows! Are you ready to take the next step in your O&G career and train to become a Subspecialist? RANZCOG offers 5 streams of Subspeciality training: ➡️ Gynaecological Oncology (CGO) ➡️ Maternal Fetal Medicine (CMFM) ➡️ Obstetrical and Gynaecological Ultrasound (COGU) ➡️ Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (CREI) ➡️ Urogynaecology (CU) Applications for the 2025 Subspecialty Selection process (2026 entry) open on 15 January 2025 and close on 17 February 2025. Information for applicants is currently available on the RANZCOG website: https://lnkd.in/gRckBVTE

The Mercia Barnes Research Grant specifically supports Aotearoa New Zealand research with a focus on emerging and early career researchers. A total of $75,000 in funding is available for 2025 and applications are now open! Meet Dr Claire Henry - a former recipient who was part of the first team to investigate the use of EVs from cervical mucus as a way to diagnose, characterise and monitor gynaecological conditions, starting with endometriosis. This pioneering research provides the opportunity to build upon the self-test HPV swab program, improving equity in healthcare access. Eager to make your mark in women's health? Learn more about the grant and apply here: https://lnkd.in/gbdzSHJP