25th Continuing Professional Development Meeting

It is with immense pride and excitement that I welcome you to the 25th Continuing Professional Development (CPD) meeting of the Society of Gynecologic Oncology of Canada, hosted once again in the beautiful city of Toronto. As your new President, it is truly an honor to be part of this significant milestone in our journey.

This year's theme, Navigating the Road to Advanced Care, embodies our shared commitment to advancing the field of gynecologic oncology. We are at a pivotal moment in our field, and through collaboration, innovation, and ongoing education, we have the power to redefine the future of care and treatment for women everywhere. I look forward to the discussions, knowledge exchange, and networking that will take place over these sessions.

I would also like to take this opportunity to express my sincere gratitude for your dedication and resilience, especially throughout the challenges of the past few years. Your commitment to your patients, your colleagues, and this society has been truly inspiring, and it is an honor to be part of such a passionate and driven community.

I encourage you to make the most of this CPD meeting—engage, learn, and connect with others who share your passion for improving the outcomes of women affected by gynecologic cancers. Together, we will continue to navigate the road toward advanced care and greater success in our work.

Thank you for your ongoing support of the Society, and I look forward to a productive and enriching event.

Warm regards,

Shannon Salvador

President

The Society of Gynecologic Oncology of Canada

Objectives:

1. Knowledge Dissemination: To facilitate the dissemination of cutting-edge knowledge, research findings, and best practices in various areas of healthcare, including drug funding processes, health technology assessment, novel treatment modalities, and healthcare delivery to underserved populations.
2. Professional Development: To provide attendees with opportunities for professional development, skill enhancement, and career advancement through engaging presentations, workshops, and networking sessions led by esteemed experts and thought leaders in the field.
3. Collaboration and Networking: To foster collaboration, networking, and knowledge exchange among attendees, speakers, and healthcare stakeholders, with the aim of fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in healthcare delivery and patient care.
4. Inspiration and Innovation: To inspire attendees with the latest advancements, research breakthroughs, and innovative approaches in healthcare, sparking creativity, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation in their respective fields.
5. Equity and Inclusion: To promote equity, diversity, and inclusion within the healthcare community by addressing topics such as delivering healthcare to indigenous communities and menopause treatment for cancer patients, and by providing a platform for diverse voices and perspectives to be heard and valued.
6. Professional Excellence: To support and promote professional excellence among attendees by offering high-quality, evidence-based educational content, fostering critical thinking, and encouraging lifelong learning and self-improvement in the pursuit of excellence in patient care and healthcare delivery.
7. Impact and Transformation: To empower attendees to make a meaningful impact and drive positive transformation in their respective healthcare settings, communities, and beyond, by equipping them with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration needed to effect positive change and improve healthcare outcomes for all

The Society of Gynecologic Oncology of Canada is pleased to invite you to the fifth Fellows Educational Course. Accomplished gynecologic oncologists will discuss topics relevant to fellows, residents, and early-career attendings.

This Fellows Educational Course promises to be an amazing in-person session!

Molecular Biology Course

OVERALL GOAL/OBJECTIVE OF THE SYMPOSIUM:

General objectives:

The objective for this symposium is to discuss current, relevant, molecular and cell biology discoveries, highlighting how these insights impact our understanding of the pathogenesis and treatment of cancer. The goal is to provide engaging and enlightening presentations geared to clinicians with a view to broaden their knowledge of the basic science of cancer as it relates to the prevention, detection and treatment of cancer. Key historical advances that have shaped our approach to cancer are of interest. For the 2025 symposium we are highlighting the utility and clinical applications of non-invasive liquid biopsy.

Speakers are encouraged to discuss novel scientific advances, including their own work, that will shape the future of cancer treatment and our understanding of cancer biology, paying particular attention to advances in therapeutic targets and markers of therapeutic response in the era of personalized medicine. We encourage the speakers to highlight how advancements in basic science led to specific improvements in personalized cancer care as a means of motivating the target audience to learn more about translational science. We hope that this Symposium will provide opportunity for trainees and clinicians to further their interest in relevant aspects of basic and translational research and encourage their involvement in research initiatives and clinical trials for their patients.

Do I have to be a GOC member to register for the event?

No, this GOC event is open to Non-members and GOC members.

Is the event virtual?

The CPD event is only available in an in-person format.

Does the CPD registration the Fellows half day?

No, the Fellows half day is a separate registration option.

When does the early bird pricing end?

March 24th, 2025, at 11:55pm PST.

Does the event have any social activities?

Yes, you can attend the CPD dinner on Friday April 25th, 2025.  Please remember to add this ticket to your registration when registering. 

The members of GOC's CPD Program Planning Committee are healthcare experts from various fields with a focus on gynecologic oncology care and research. The primary objective of the committee is to represent the interests of the intended audience at CPD by ensuring that the educational content of the conference aligns with the overall goals of all internal and external stakeholders attending this conference. The committee is responsible for organizing and creating the conference content while also recruiting the required faculty members.