Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists - Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

Clarification from the College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists on Vaginal and Vulval Cosmetic Procedures

The Royal Australian & New Zealand College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) moved today to clarify the difference between vaginal and vulval cosmetic procedures. This follows on from a media report: Medicare cuts could come from sensitive area (The Age 3 May 2012) on the potential cuts to Medicare rebates and surgery performed by gynaecological specialists to correct either congenital abnormalities of the vulva and vagina, or to restore function or relieve painful symptoms in specific conditions affecting the female genitalia.

RANZCOG Honours and Awards

Call for Nominations for RANZCOG Honours and Awards

Closing Date 30 June 2012

College Fellows are invited to submit nominations for the awards of Honorary Fellowship, Distinguished Service Medal and Certificate of Meritorious Service for consideration of the RANZCOG Honours Committee and Council in July 2012.

RANZCOG Supports New and Innovative Charity: SEND HOPE NOT FLOWERS

The College is proud to support a new and innovative charity which launches nationally on Mother's Day, Sunday 13 May. The charity's tagline is: 'Because flowers die, and women giving birth shouldn't'.

This Mother's Day, Send Hope Not Flowers is encouraging families to make a donation to honour mothers around the country. A special Mother's Day card is available on the website: www.sendhope.org

Mackay hosts the 2012 Provincial Fellows Annual Scientific Meeting for Obstetricians and Gynaecologists

The Provincial Fellows Committee of The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG), will be holding their annual conference on Thursday 26 April until Sunday 29 April. The 2012 Provincial Fellows Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) will attract over 150 practising Gynaecologists and Obstetricians from remote and rural Australia.