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Announcing the XXV FIGO World Congress of Gynecology and Obstetrics – Cape Town – October 2025

The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) is delighted to announce that the XXV FIGO World Congress of Gynecology and Obstetrics will be held on 5…
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A legacy of leadership and advocacy: Dr Dorothy Shaw's vision for achieving respectful care for women globally

Dr Dorothy Shaw was the first female President of FIGO (2006-2009). She is a Professor Emeritus at the University of British Columbia's Department of Obstetrics and…
“Respectful care is paramount, especially for women, as it significantly impacts their healthcare experiences. It is imperative we ensure that respectful care becomes the norm, not the exception, throughout the healthcare landscape.” - Dorothy Shaw
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Global survey on Endometriosis diagnosis

FIGO's Committee on Reproductive Medicine, Endocrinology and Infertility (REI) would like to understand the use and knowledge of endometriosis imaging globally.New…
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