American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Hologic Announces Innovative Collaboration with AAGL and Inovus Medical to Optimize OB-GYN Training for Minimally Invasive Surgeries

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

Hologic, Inc. (Nasdaq: HOLX), a global leader in women’s health, today announced an innovative new partnership with the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL) and Inovus Medical.

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  • Hologic, Inc. (Nasdaq: HOLX), a global leader in women’s health, today announced an innovative new partnership with the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL) and Inovus Medical.
  • Hologic becomes the chief provider of hysteroscopes for AAGL’s Essentials in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery (EMIGS) hands-on hysteroscopy skills training for OB-GYN residents.
  • AAGL contracts with Inovus Medical, an award-winning designer and manufacturer of surgical training technologies, for the manufacturing and delivery of the hands-on training equipment for EMIGS.
  • “Our collaboration with Hologic and Inovus provides the vital infrastructure needed to bring EMIGS to life,” said Linda Michels, AAGL Executive Director.

Nua Surgical appoint global women's health veteran Elizabeth Garner as Non-Executive Chair

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023

GALWAY, Ireland, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Irish Start-up Nua Surgical have announced women's health veteran Elizabeth Garner, MD, MPH as the new Non-Executive Chairwoman of the Board.

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  • GALWAY, Ireland, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Irish Start-up Nua Surgical have announced women's health veteran Elizabeth Garner, MD, MPH as the new Non-Executive Chairwoman of the Board.
  • The company is making great progress and the time was right to appoint an independent non-executive Chair.
  • Currently, Dr Garner is the US Chief Scientific Officer of Ferring, a leading mid-sized global company focused on reproductive and maternal health.
  • Commenting on her new role, Dr Garner said "I'm truly honored to have the opportunity to serve as Nua Surgical's first board chair.

CHOICES WOMEN'S MEDICAL CENTER CALLS ON THE AMERICAN BOARD OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY (ABOG) TO RECONSIDER ONSITE EXAMINATIONS IN TEXAS

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Founder, President, and CEO of Choices Women's Medical Center (CHOICES) Merle Hoffman, issued the following letter to the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) today calling on the organization to reconsider onsite examinations for OB/GYNs at their headquarters in Dallas, Texas.

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  • NEW YORK, Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Founder, President, and CEO of Choices Women's Medical Center (CHOICES) Merle Hoffman, issued the following letter to the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) today calling on the organization to reconsider onsite examinations for OB/GYNs at their headquarters in Dallas, Texas.
  • Violence towards abortion providers continues to increase in the wake of the Dobbs decision.
  • Hoffman was notified of this change in testing procedures by Dr. Joseph Ottolenghi, Assistant Medical Director at CHOICES.
  • "ABOG should resume online examinations for OB/GYNs as we grapple with the new, Draconian reality of the Dobbs decision."

More than 400 Health Care Professionals to Gather in Chicago (and Virtually) to Improve Health Care

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Tuesday, September 5, 2023

CHICAGO, Sept. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS), the leading not-for-profit organization that oversees U.S. physician and medical specialist certification, will host ABMS Conference 2023 September 19-21 at the Loews O'Hare Hotel in Rosemont, Ill.

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  • Interactive sessions will explore critical topics such as board certification, quality improvement, continuing certification, medical education, assessment and psychometrics, physician well-being, DEI, generative AI, and policy.
  • Participants will share innovative collaborations, evidence-based research, and best practices that accelerate the transformation of certification and the delivery of high-quality care.
  • The conference was developed for professionals and leaders from ABMS Member Boards, medical and professional societies, hospitals and health systems, academic medical centers, quality and practice improvement sectors, continuing medical education, and health care certification organizations.
  • Those attending online can livestream the conference's main content, including both plenary sessions, breakout sessions, the closing session, as well as view this year's posters.

CareQuest Innovation Partners and MATTER announce second cohort for SMILE Health and Extensive Roster of Industry-leading Partners

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Tuesday, August 8, 2023

“Joining hands with like-minded partners in SMILE Health enables us to leverage our collective strengths, drive innovation, and tackle crucial challenges within the dental industry.

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  • “Joining hands with like-minded partners in SMILE Health enables us to leverage our collective strengths, drive innovation, and tackle crucial challenges within the dental industry.
  • “Henry Schein has a heritage of growth through innovation and a history of support for health care professionals and the patients they serve.
  • Our participation in the SMILE Health program reflects our commitment to advancing oral health.”
    In addition to Impact Partners, SMILE Health has also added more than 100 reviewers, mentors, and faculty to support startups throughout the 10-week program.
  • Lura Health is leading the way with a first-in-class salivary diagnostic in-mouth wearable for continual health and disease measurements.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, , Dr. MaryBeth Anderson as a Pinnacle Platinum Professional for her contributions to the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology

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Monday, July 17, 2023

LAKE GENEVA, Wis., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dr. MaryBeth Anderson is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Professional for her contributions to the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

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  • LAKE GENEVA, Wis., July 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Dr. MaryBeth Anderson is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Platinum Professional for her contributions to the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
  • Dr. Anderson began her studies at the University of Maryland College Park, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Behavioral Sciences.
  • The doctor is also certified in ultrasound diagnostic interpretation by the American Institute of Ultrasound Medicine.
  • Aside from her professional pursuits, Dr. Anderson is happily married and she and her husband enjoy competitive dancing with Fred Astaire.

Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization Anniversary Statement

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Tuesday, June 27, 2023

Dallas, TX, June 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of the United States issued the Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision that overturned decades of constitutionally protected abortion access in the United States.

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  • Dallas, TX, June 27, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court of the United States issued the Dobbs vs. Jackson Women’s Health Organization decision that overturned decades of constitutionally protected abortion access in the United States.
  • The education and training of residents and fellows in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB GYN) have been challenged by the variation in state laws restricting reproductive health care.
  • Patients must trust that their physicians can and will provide critical health care without legislative interference in personal decision making.
  • Assessment of knowledge, judgment, and skills in reproductive health care including abortion are part of the OB GYN and subspecialty certification standards.

ABOG Elects New Board of Directors Members and Members of Subspecialty Divisions

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Monday, June 26, 2023

Dallas, TX, June 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Two new Board of Directors Members and two new subspecialty Division Members for the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) were elected and will begin their terms on July 1, 2023. The positions are as follows:

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Dallas, TX, June 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Two new Board of Directors Members and two new subspecialty Division Members for the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) were elected and will begin their terms on July 1, 2023. The positions are as follows:

Biomea Fusion Presents Positive Clinical Data from the Initial Cohorts of the Ongoing Phase II Study (COVALENT-111) of BMF-219 in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus at the American Diabetes Association (ADA) 83rd Scientific Sessions; 100 mg Cohort 3 D

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Saturday, June 24, 2023

These landmark findings support the potential disease-modifying impact of BMF-219,” said Thomas Butler, Biomea Fusion’s Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board.

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  • These landmark findings support the potential disease-modifying impact of BMF-219,” said Thomas Butler, Biomea Fusion’s Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board.
  • These historic data support our goal for BMF-219 to become the first disease-modifying treatment for patients with diabetes.
  • Phase II consists of multiple ascending dose (MAD) cohorts and includes adult patients with type 2 diabetes uncontrolled by current therapies.
  • Additional information about the Phase I/II clinical trial of BMF-219 in type 2 diabetes can be found at ClinicalTrials.gov using the identifier NCT05731544.

ABOG Appoints Amy Young, MD, as Next Executive Director

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023

Dallas, Texas, June 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Amy Young, MD, as its new Executive Director, effective September 13, 2023.

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  • Dallas, Texas, June 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Amy Young, MD, as its new Executive Director, effective September 13, 2023.
  • Dr. Young is ABOG’s first female Executive Director in its nearly 100-year history.
  • "Dr. Young brings exceptional expertise and leadership in undergraduate and graduate medical education to ABOG.
  • She will provide vision to enhance processes and develop innovations in certification to assure the quality of care provided to those that place their trust in obstetricians and gynecologists,” said Dr. George Wendel, ABOG Executive Director.