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43 RD ANNUAL POSTGRADUATE PROGRAM
Developed in Cooperation with the Society for Male Reproduction and Urology
FACULTY
Edward D. Kim, M.D., Chair
Ajay K. Nangia, M.D.
Robert D. Oates, M.D.
Larry I. Lipshultz, M.D.
ACGME COMPETENCY
Medical Knowledge
Patient Care
Interpersonal and Communication Skills
NEEDS ASSESSMENT AND COURSE DESCRIPTION
Many of the treatments for male infertility are perceived by the public and physicians to have a limited success rate in
comparison to assisted reproductive technologies. There is a perception among practicing urologists that the role of the
urologist in the treatment of the infertile couple may become further limited without significant therapeutic advances. The
challenge over the next 20 years, for male patients and their physicians, is to identify these clinically meaningful diagnostic
tests and therapeutic interventions.
This course is designed for physicians, laboratory scientists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals of any specialty
who deal with the issue of male infertility in their practices. At the completion of this course, participants will be equipped to
assess clinical practice needs in male infertility over the next 20 years, with special emphasis on advances that are practical
and potentially therapeutic. Topics to be covered include identification of fertility concerns for the aging male; potential
translational research from the bench to the bedside; advances in medical therapy; surgical and diagnostic advances for
the infertile male and potential advances in contraceptive management.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the conclusion of this course, participants should be able to:
1. Assess which potential advances are practical in the genetic assessment and treatment of the infertile male.
2. Determine the role of potential advances in medical therapy, such as hormonal therapy and nutritional supplements.
3. Appraise the role of surgical and diagnostic advances for the infertile male.
4. Identify specific fertility concerns for the aging male.
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Developed in Cooperation with the Society for Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility
FACULTY
Marcelle I. Cedars, M.D., Chair
Lawrence M. Nelson, M.D.
Valerie L. Baker, M.D.
THE NEXT 20 YEARS OF MALE INFERTILITY TREATMENT: A LOOK INTO THE CRYSTAL BALL
Course PG4 (Saturday) • ROOM 403 CME
ACGME COMPETENCY
Medical Knowledge
Patient Care
Interpersonal and Communication Skills
PREMATURE OVARIAN FAILURE (PRIMARY OVARIAN INSUFFICIENCY)
Course PG5 (Saturday) • ROOM 501
NEEDS ASSESSMENT AND COURSE DESCRIPTION
Premature ovarian failure (POF) occurs in 1% of the female population under the age of 40. After the onset of symptoms, it
is not unusual for diagnosis to be delayed for many years. Even after a diagnosis has been made, counseling an affected
patient and designing the most appropriate treatment plan are often difficult.
This course, designed for all health care professionals who deal with women of reproductive age, will provide participants
with the information they need to optimize diagnosis, counseling and treatment planning for POF patients. Faculty members
will present an up-to-date discussion of the etiologies of POF and how POF may relate to the spectrum of ovarian aging
associated with reduced fertility (often termed “diminished ovarian reserve”). Possible etiologies of POF and the most
appropriate diagnostic strategies will be discussed, as well as possible long-term risks (infertility, osteoporosis, cardiovascular
disease), available treatment regimens, and future avenues for research. In addition, interesting cases (including cases from
the audience) will be presented.
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