Join us on Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 2:00 PM UTC! To see what time this is for you, click here.
We are excited to announce the next session of our Inspirational Talk’s in collaboration with our Neuro-Urogynecology and Urogenital Pain SIG! We are thrilled to have Prof Jean-Jacques Wyndaele as our February special guest.
Prof. Jean-Jacques Wyndaele is a prominent figure in the field of neuro-urology, currently serving at the University Hospital of Antwerp in Belgium. His research interests delve deeply into the interactions between neurological disorders and urinary function, with a particular emphasis on bladder dysfunction and neurogenic bladder management. His work not only addresses the clinical aspects of these conditions but also explores innovative treatment strategies and patient-centered care models. Engaging with him during the Neuro-urology SIG online meeting was a truly enriching experience. His extensive knowledge and passion for advancing our understanding of these complex issues foster a collaborative atmosphere that encourages new ideas and approaches in neuro-urology. It was a pleasure to hear his insights, which inspire both current practitioners and future researchers in this vital area of medicine.
In line with our tradition from previous sessions, our esteemed Steering Group will have the pleasure of interviewing Prof. Jacques Wyndaele for the initial 45 minutes. The final 15 minutes will be dedicated to engaging with the audience.
Program
2:00 - 2:45 PM Interview with Prof Jean-Jacques Wyndaele
2:45 - 3:00 PM Live Q&A
Feel free to invite your colleagues, including your junior trainees and other allied healthcare professionals to join. You do not need to be a member of IUGA to attend these Inspirational Talk sessions. These sessions are free of charge for all to join in. You don’t want to miss this!
Moderator
Dr Keng Ng is a Consultant Urological Surgeon based in London, United Kingdom. He was awarded the Clifford Morson Medal at The Institute of Urology London for his thesis work on urodynamics and bladder dysfunction. His specialty interests include interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome and female urinary incontinence surgery. He is currently Chair of IUGA SIG in Neuro-urogynecology and Urogenital Pain.
Speaker
Jean Jacques Wyndaele graduated as Bachelor Medical Sciences, Doctor in Medical Sciences-Surgery and Obstetrics, Specialist in Urology, PhD in Biomedical Science, Specialist in Rehabilitation, Second PhD in Urology Higher Education. Till his retirement in 2014, he worked as Full time Ordinary Professor and Chairman of Urology at University Antwerp (UA) and Antwerp University Hospital (UZA). He was the chair of the Animal and Clinical Research Lab of the Urological Department UA and UZA, and the founder coordinator of the Interuniversity Specialist course for Pelvic Re-education. He promoted 16 PhD Thesis’s and these doctors are working in different continents around the world and several hold academic senior positions. He continues scientific work in the field of SCI, pelvic sensation and functional urology. He got a Certificate Higher Education in History at the University of Oxford in 2021.
He is Fellow of the International Spinal Cord Society, Fellow European Board of urology and member of many major international scientific groups. He is the actual treasurer/secretary of ESSIC, the International organisation for study of bladder pain syndrome. He is a past president of the International Spinal Cord Society, of ESSIC, and a previous editor in chief of Spinal Cord and Spinal Cord Series & Cases for 11 years. He was treasurer of the International Continence Society for 10 years.
He is author of 374 publications in peer reviewed international and national journals, 94 editorials, 34 chapters in books and editor-author of 4 books.
He has been awarded several national and international prices, and is Grand Officer in the Order of the Crown of Belgium. He is Lieutenant-Colonel (retired) in the Medical Services of the Belgian Armed Forces.
Panelist
Dr Kazibe Koyuncu is PhD candidate in Urogynecology Doctorate Programme in Ankara University, Turkey. She is interested in working interstitial cystitis and bladder pain syndrome and female sexual dysfunction. She is a member of SIG in Neuro-urogynecology and Urogenital Pain.
Panelist
Gynecologist at the Urogynecology and Pelvic Floor Unit of Centro Hospitalar e Universitário do Algarve, Portugal.
Master in Surgical Management of Deep Endometriosis, MIS Academy Master in Endoscopic Surgery, Pelvic and Gynecological, in Valencia, Spain.