PUNE: The Pune Obstetric and Gynaecological Society (POGS) hosted its 33rd Annual Conference and the 6th International Conference on Pearls and Pitfalls in Endoscopy and ART (EndoART) in collaboration with various committees of the Association of Maharashtra Obstetrics and Gynaecological Societies (AMOGS) at the Sheraton Grand Hotel. This two-day event featured keynote addresses, presentations, workshops, research papers, poster competitions, and discussions led by national-level experts. The conference focused on advancements in ART techniques and endoscopic surgeries, which have created new opportunities for research and dialogue.
The inaugural ceremony of this conference was graced by renowned film and theatre director Padmashri Dr. Jabbar Patel as the Chief Guest and FOGSI President-elect Dr. Sunita Tandulwadkar and Association of Maharashtra Obstetrics and Gynaecological Societies President Dr. Kiran Kurtakoti as guests of Honour The organizing committee including POGS President Dr. Aarti Nimkar, Hon.General Secretary Dr. Meenakshi Deshpande, Former President of POGS and Convenor of ENDOART 2024 Dr. Meenu Agarwal and Clinical Secretary of POGS and Convener of ENDOART 2024 Dr. Amol Lunkad amongst other dignitaries were present on the occasion.
Dr. Jabbar Patel invoked memories at BJ Medical College and Sassoon Hospital and said it taught humanity. I owe all my experience in cinema and theatre, especially where there are human emotions, to my teachers, my visionary college, and Sassoon Hospital. I am happy to be a part of this conference deliberating on advancements and technologies that are making women’s lives safer and comfortable.
Dr. Aarti Nimkar, President POGS said that this is the 33rd annual conference and the effort is to enrich the members with advanced techniques and knowledge through scientific sessions and workshops. This is also a platform to share clinical expertise and seek solutions to practical difficulties.
Dr. Sunita Tandulwadkar, President-Elect of FOGSI said that through obstetrics and gynecology, we should strive for women’s health. We will reach out to the younger generation through outreach programs to get them into the POGS and FOGSI and serve society.
Dr. Kiran Kurtakoti, President, of the Association of Maharashtra Obstetrics and Gynaecological Societies (AMOGS) President said that earlier there was no super specialty, it was only gynecology, but today the field has branched into 3-4 super specialties including IVF, Fetal Medicine, and Cosmetic Gynaecology.
Dr. Meenu Agarwal Convenor of ENDOART 2024 said that this is the first time we are having the annual conference on a specific topic of EndoART. The workshops included topics like imaging science, cosmetic gynecology, hysteroscopy, laparoscopy, embryology, combination induction, and self-defense techniques.
