Highlights IGCS
David Atallah MD, MSc
Gynecologist Oncologist and Breast Surgeon
Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Secretary Treasurer Elect
International Gynecologic Cancer Society
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Uniting the Globe in the Fight Against Gynecologic Cancer
As a core principle, �the concept of global health equity is �embedded in the IGCS mission �and is reflected in the �breadth of its membership and the �design and implementation of its programs.
Patient�Advocacy
Committed to Global Health Equity
We focus our work and services
where they can have the
greatest impact on health and well-being.
We form partnerships; �educate, train, and mentor
clinicians & researchers,
advocates, survivors-patients,
caregivers & family members.
IGCS connects our members with specific needs
to those with corresponding resources and programs.
Address�Disparities
in Care
Education
Mentorship �& Training
Uniting the Globe in the Fight Against Gynecologic Cancer
Over 8900 Members and growing strong
Pharmacology
Genetics
Palliative Care
Surgical Oncology
Radiation Oncology
Pathology
Medical Oncology
Gynecologic Oncology
Researches
Students / Residents
Fellows in Training
Physicians
Nurses / Allied �Health Professionals
Individuals
Group Partnerships
2024 - 2025 Board of Directors
Greta Dreyer
President
Nadeem Abu-Rustum
President Elect
Rhonda Farrell
Vice President
Ritu Salani
Secretary Treasurer
David Atallah
Secretary Treasurer Elect
Keiichi Fujiwara
Immediate Past President
Christina Fotopoulou
Board Member
Europe
David Gaffney
Board Member
Radiation Oncology
Seema Singhal
Board Member
Asia-Oceania-Pacific
Alex Mutombo Baleka
Board Member
Africa-Middle East
Xavier Matias-Guiu
Board Member
Pathology
Alexander Olawaiye
Board Member
North America
Nao Suzuki
Board Member
Asia-Oceania-Pacific
Florencia Noll
Board Member
Latin America-Caribbean
Graziela Zibetti Dal Molin
Board Member
Medical Oncology
Paul Cohen
Education
Committee Chair
Ros Glasspool
Advocacy
Committee Chair
Thomas Randall
Mentorship & Training
Committee Chair
Mary Eiken
IGCS CEO
Uniting the Globe in the Fight Against Gynecologic Cancer
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Journal Highlights:
A premier educational journal in gynecologic oncology
ijgc.bmj.com ǀ @IJGConline
Purpose�Provides early career members with a supportive network of peers and mentors to discuss publishing and writing as critical components to career development. The network will also allow group members the opportunity to develop and promote research projects.
Eligibility�For those who are currently enrolled in training or within the first five years of completion of sub-specialty training.
IGCS Members Benefit from UICC Membership
The Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) unites and supports the cancer community to reduce the global cancer burden, to promote greater equity, and to ensure that cancer control continues to be a priority in the world health and development agenda.� �UICC provides grants, fellowships, and online learning to cancer control professionals. As an IGCS Member, when you create your account, simply note that you are a part of the International Gynecologic Cancer Society.
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IGCS, through its collaboration with Wolters Kluwer, is pleased to offer IGCS members a discount on annual or longer individual UpToDate subscriptions, with additional savings for resident members:
What Is UpToDate?
UpToDate is the evidence-based, physician-authored resource trusted for reliable clinical answers. UpToDate incorporates the latest medical findings, the best available evidence, and practical recommendations for patient care—so whatever your clinical question, you can be sure to find the answers you need.
�IGCS Member Savings on Individual UpToDate® Subscriptions
Patient Advocacy Network and Programming
The International Gynecologic Cancer Advocacy Network is a noncompetitive global linkage of gynecologic cancer advocacy organizations and individual patient advocates—from every region and every income and resource setting—that partner and collaborate in achieving best outcomes for all gynecologic cancer patients.
The IGCS Advocacy Committee develops patient education and programming to benefit patients globally, including:
Your donation will help make this vision a reality.
Imagine a world where
every woman has access
to gynecologic cancer care,
regardless of where she lives.
IGCS continues to advance the field of gynecologic oncology worldwide by leveraging our programs to address the gaps in standards of care. When you contribute, you are helping by:
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Expanding current mentorship and training programs
Extending our educational reach in LMICs
Pursuing the elimination of cervix cancer
CRITICAL DATES
April 28 @ 23:59 SAST: Regular Abstract, Surgical Film, Trial-in-Progress, Late-Breaking Shell Submission Closes
By June 11: Regular Abstract, Surgical Film, Trial-in-Progress, Late-Breaking Shell Submission Notifications Sent
By July 12: Registration Deadline for Abstract Presenters
July 28 @ 23:59 SAST: Early Registration Deadline
September 29 @ 23:59 SAST: Late-Breaking Abstract Completed Submission Deadline
October 13 @ 23:59 SAST: Regular Registration Deadline
October 15: Abstract Embargo Release for Regular Abstracts & Surgical Films
October 29: Late-Breaking Title and Seminal Abstract Release