The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) will host its Annual Clinical & Scientific Meeting (ACSM) in Minneapolis, Minnesota, from May 16–18. This premier gathering serves as a key forum for leaders in obstetrics and gynecology to present cutting-edge research, clinical innovations, and practice-changing advancements. Attendees can expect high-level discussions on emerging trends, novel technologies, and evolving standards of care. Join colleagues from across the country to deepen clinical insight, elevate practice, and collaborate on shaping the future of women’s health through research, advocacy, and evidence-based care.
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Below, you will find a list of sessions focused on contraception that we are eagerly anticipating at ACOG 2025. These sessions are organized in chronological order for your convenience.
Contraception for Patients in Varied Body Sizes: Weight Stigma and Patient-Centered Care
- Date: May 16, 2025
- Time: 10:45 AM – 11:45 AM
- Location: Auditorium 2
- Description: This interdisciplinary panel will examine updated guidance from the CDC and the Society of Family Planning regarding the safety and efficacy of contraceptive methods across different body sizes. Emphasis will be placed on how body weight influences contraceptive effectiveness and pregnancy risk. Physicians will gain tools to recognize and mitigate weight stigma in clinical interactions, ensuring contraceptive counseling is both evidence-based and truly patient-centered.
- Description: This interdisciplinary panel will examine updated guidance from the CDC and the Society of Family Planning regarding the safety and efficacy of contraceptive methods across different body sizes. Emphasis will be placed on how body weight influences contraceptive effectiveness and pregnancy risk. Physicians will gain tools to recognize and mitigate weight stigma in clinical interactions, ensuring contraceptive counseling is both evidence-based and truly patient-centered.
Menstrual Cycle and Mood: A Case-Based Mastery Course for Gynecologists
- Date: May 16, 2025
- Time: 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM
- Location: RM 101 ABIJ
- Description: Designed for practicing gynecologists, this case-based session explores the complex relationship between hormonal fluctuations and mood disorders. Experts in behavioral gynecology and reproductive psychiatry will guide discussions on clinical approaches to menstrual-related mood changes, including the management of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) resistant to standard therapies and the psychological implications of menopause. The course equips attendees with practical strategies for diagnosis, communication, and treatment.
- Description: Designed for practicing gynecologists, this case-based session explores the complex relationship between hormonal fluctuations and mood disorders. Experts in behavioral gynecology and reproductive psychiatry will guide discussions on clinical approaches to menstrual-related mood changes, including the management of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) resistant to standard therapies and the psychological implications of menopause. The course equips attendees with practical strategies for diagnosis, communication, and treatment.
This Just In! 2024 CDC Contraceptive Recommendations
- Date: May 17, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM
- Location: Auditorium 1
- Description: This session delivers a concise, clinically relevant update on the 2024 CDC contraceptive guidelines, including the U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria (US MEC) and Selected Practice Recommendations (US SPR). Clinicians will learn how the latest evidence supports the removal of unnecessary barriers to contraception and promotes high-quality, patient-centered reproductive health care.
- Description: This session delivers a concise, clinically relevant update on the 2024 CDC contraceptive guidelines, including the U.S. Medical Eligibility Criteria (US MEC) and Selected Practice Recommendations (US SPR). Clinicians will learn how the latest evidence supports the removal of unnecessary barriers to contraception and promotes high-quality, patient-centered reproductive health care.
Cancer and Contraception: 2024 Clinical Recommendation Update
- Date: May 18, 2025
- Time: 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM
- Location: Auditorium Main
- Description: This update reviews key considerations for contraceptive counseling in patients with a current or past cancer diagnosis. Physicians will examine how malignancy and its treatment impact fertility, contraceptive safety, and venous thromboembolism risk. Attendees will leave with a nuanced understanding of how cancer type, treatment side effects, and comorbidities influence contraceptive choice and safety.
- Description: This update reviews key considerations for contraceptive counseling in patients with a current or past cancer diagnosis. Physicians will examine how malignancy and its treatment impact fertility, contraceptive safety, and venous thromboembolism risk. Attendees will leave with a nuanced understanding of how cancer type, treatment side effects, and comorbidities influence contraceptive choice and safety.
Reproductive Justice: Understanding the Past to Provide Better Care in the Future
- Date: May 18, 2025
- Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Location: RM 101 ABIJ
- Description: Through a historical lens, this session explores the systemic inequities embedded in reproductive health care. Clinicians will analyze real-world scenarios involving contraception, sterilization, and perinatal drug screening to identify ongoing disparities. Practical strategies for implementing reproductive justice principles in clinical practice will be shared to enhance care equity moving forward.
- Description: Through a historical lens, this session explores the systemic inequities embedded in reproductive health care. Clinicians will analyze real-world scenarios involving contraception, sterilization, and perinatal drug screening to identify ongoing disparities. Practical strategies for implementing reproductive justice principles in clinical practice will be shared to enhance care equity moving forward.
Pain Management for IUD Placement: Examine the Evidence, Honor Autonomy, Reset Practices
- Date: May 18, 2025
- Time: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
- Location: RM 101 DEFG
Description: Aimed at enhancing procedural care, this session explores current recommendations and evidence regarding pain management for IUD insertion, including updates from the US SPR. Clinicians will learn to co-develop individualized, patient-preferred analgesia plans that respect autonomy while maintaining feasibility in diverse practice settings.
The #ACOG2025 is set to be an enriching and informative event. We recommend clicking here to explore the comprehensive list of topics and sessions that will be covered at this significant event. Don’t miss the opportunity to expand your expertise — register today.
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