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Webinar: Uterine Cancers in the Molecular Era: Changing Trends and Implications

In recognition of Uterine Cancer Awareness Month, the International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS) and the Association of Gynaecologic Oncologists of India (AGOI) are proud to present a special collaborative webinar focused on advancing knowledge and care in uterine cancer. This 2-hour webinar will bring together international experts with lecture presentations, panel discussion, and tumor board.Date: June 23, 2025 Time: 13:30 – 15:30 PM UTC Virtual | Free RegistrationRegister HereProgram Outline: Welcome Remarks – 15 minutes Session 1 – 45 minutes Refining Molecular Classification and Personalizing Therapy in Endometrial Cancer Is NSMP Truly a “Wastebox” Group? Identifying Homogeneous Subgroups Within This Heterogeneous Category Discussion Session 2 – 60 minutes Tumor Board DiscussionCases will be presented by fellows with expert panel led discussion  

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Malignant Bowel Obstruction in Gynecologic Cancers Podcast Series

This podcast series explores the complexities of malignant bowel obstruction (MBO) in gynecologic cancer patients, offering expert insights into diagnosis, decision-making, ethics, surgical and non-surgical management strategies, and future directions in care. Each episode is hosted the IGCS Education Palliative Care workgroup co-chairs, Dr. Peter Grant (Australia) and Dr. Anisa Mburu (Kenya) and features an expert, guest speaker sharing their knowledge on MBO.Listen to Podcast Series Episode 1 The Big Picture – What Is Malignant Bowel Obstruction? Dr. Stephanie Lheureux (Canada) introduces MBO in gynecologic cancers, discussing through a case presentation and diagnostic challenges, with an emphasis on ovarian cancer and quality of life. Listen to Episode 1 Stephanie Lheureux, MDPrincess Margaret Cancer CentreUniversity of TorontoCanada Episode 2 Decision-Making, Ethics, and Communication Dr. Eduardo Burera (USA) explores the ethical and emotional complexities of MBO care, highlighting shared decision-making, difficult conversations, and the role of the multidisciplinary palliative care team. Listen to Episode 2 Eduardo D. Bruera, MDThe University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer CenterUSAEpisode 3Management Strategies – To Operate or Not?Dr. Aditi Bhatt (India) discusses non-surgical strategies for managing malignant bowel obstruction, highlighting symptom control, medication use, and the importance of tailoring care based on the site and cause of obstruction.Listen to Episode 3 Aditi Bhatt, MS, MCh.Shalby Cancer and Research InstituteIndiaEpisode 4Surgical InterventionsDr. Glauco Baiocchi (Brazil) shares when surgery is…

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Uterine Cancer Awareness

June is Uterine Cancer Awareness Month! IGCS continues to shape the campaign each year by developing themes, messages, and resources that can be adapted and shared. Learn about the 2025 #UCAM Campaign and get ready to #Jump4June!

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Advocacy Summit

Join us October 15, 2024 in Dublin for the 2024 IGCS-IGCAN Gynecologic Cancer Survivor-Caregiver Summit.

UCAM Impact

June 2024 marked year two of the Uterine Cancer Awareness Month global initiative. Support is growing, and awareness is spreading.
See the impact of this year’s campaign activities, led by IGCS and partners of the IGCANetwork.

IGCS Welcomes GOSON

We are delighted to announce that the Gynaecological Oncology Society of Nigeria (GOSON) has now joined the IGCS Strategic Alliance Partner Program. Through this alliance, 24 gynecologic cancer specialists now benefit from dual membership, gaining support from their regional society as well as access to the vast resources and expertise of the international gynecologic cancer community.

Call for Member Engagement

Expand your engagement with IGCS as we unite the globe to transform gynecologic cancer care worldwide.With the release of the…

IGCS Board Defines Strategic Goals

As a rapidly growing international society with great ambitions and endless potential, it’s incredibly important that we establish strategic goals and set priorities to guide our decisions and ensure the sustainability of our great organization.  We are so pleased to share the enhanced pillars with their ambitious goals.

Remembering Ali Ayhan

This week, the gynecologic cancer community lost an extraordinary figure, a man who served as a “mentor of mentors,” Professor Ali Ayhan. Farewell President, you will be missed but will stay in our minds and hearts.

IJGC Journal Club

Join us July 10 for Journal Club! Lead article – Role of systematic lymphadenectomy at the time of interval debulking surgery for patients with advanced-stage epithelial ovarian carcinoma who achieved complete gross resection by Dimitrios Nasioudis