International Society for the Study of Women's Sexual Health

ISSWSH 2011 Fall Course

October 14 – 16, 2011
DoubleTree Paradise Valley Resort
Scottsdale, Arizona
Current Management of Women’s Sexual Health: 2011

The program committee is currently finalizing this year’s program, which promises to be one of our finest. Please check back often for updates on the scientific program, accreditation and other meeting-related information. To register early for the meeting, please click here.

New ISSWSH Fellowship

In keeping with the mission of ISSWSH, the board of directors has voted to develop a fellowship program. Designation of ISSWSH Fellow signifies sufficient training in female sexual medicine within a clinical or research track. There are special requirements for those entering the field of female sexual health as well as criteria for “grandfathering” those with sufficient experience. Criteria are online here. Designation is good for 5 years and certificates will be issued and presented at the annual meeting.

NEW: Women’s Initiative on Sexual Health (WISH) Position Statement

The International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health (ISSWSH) is a multidisciplinary academic, scientific and clinical organization whose purposes are:

To provide opportunities for communication among scholars, researchers, and practitioners about women’s sexual function and sexual experience.
To support the highest standards of ethics and professionalism in research, education, and clinical practice of women’s sexuality.
To provide the public with accurate information about women’s sexuality and sexual health.

ISSWSH, as the leading international organization devoted to women’s sexual health, is committed to further development of the field of female sexuality. As such, we advocate a collaborative approach for assessment, diagnosis and treatment of women who are suffering from sexual health problems. ISSWSH has developed this position statement in support of women impacted by sexual dysfunction. These women, their families, and loved ones are all affected by sexual dysfunction, and their voices are often not heard. It is only by a unified and coordinated effort that progress for those affected women will be achieved.

As healthcare professionals, researchers, family and friends who have seen firsthand the devastation to physical and psychological health and quality of life that sexual dysfunction can cause, we state, unequivocally, that female sexual disorders are real conditions and not a fabrication, nor a result, of disease mongering.

Female sexual disorders are valid conditions that warrant assessment, diagnosis and appropriate therapeutic intervention. The etiology of female sexual problems is often complex. It may include sexual medicine issues related to biologic etiologies including neurologic, hormonal, vascular and anatomic components as well as psychological issues relating to socio-cultural, emotional, cognitive and relationship concerns. We are aware that female sexual dysfunction research is still a relatively new field and continuing research is needed to further elucidate the etiological factors that contribute to female sexual disorders. We advocate the development of safe and effective treatments, both biological and psychosocial-cultural in nature, for women who are suffering from these conditions. Although not all treatments will work equally for everyone, women deserve to have a variety of treatment options and for their voices to be heard. In light of this, we call upon all the stakeholders, including government regulators, to move the bar of available therapies forward.

2011 ISSWSH Fall Course Faculty

Alan M. Altman, MD
Formerly of Harvard Medical School
Consultative Gynecologist for Menopause and Sexual Dysfunction
Aspen, CO

Andrew T. Goldstein, MD, FACOG
Instructor, Division of Gynecologic Specialties
Johns Hopkins Medicine
The Centers for Vulvovaginal Disorders
Washington, DC

Irwin Goldstein, MD
Director of Sexual Medicine
Alvarado Hospital
Clinical Professor of Surgery University of California at San Diego
San Diego, CA

Crista Johnson, MD, MSc, FACOG
Director of the Refugee
Women’s Health Clinic
Maricopa Integrated Health System
Research Assistant Professor
Southwest Interdisciplinary Research Center Arizona State University
Phoenix, AZ

Susan Kellogg-Spadt, PhD, CRNP
Co-Founder and Director of Sexual Medicine
Pelvic and Sexual Health Institute
Prof. OB/GYN, Drexel University College of Medicine
Philadelphia, PA

Sheryl A. Kingsberg, PhD
Clinical Psychologist; Chief, Div. of Behavioral Medicine
Department of OB/GYN
University Hospitals Case Medical Center
MacDonald Women’s Hospital
Professor, Department of Reproductive Biology
Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine
Cleveland, OH

Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG
Medical Director of Sexual Medicine Hoag Hospital
Executive Director, Southern California Center for Sexual Health and Survivorship Medicine
AASECT Certified Sexual Counselor
Newport Beach, CA

Sharon J. Parish, MD
Associate Professor of Clinical Medicine
Albert Einstein College of Medicine Director, Behavioral Medicine Training
Montefiore Medical Center
Bronx, NY

GENERAL MEETING INFORMATION

There are a great many physicians interested in treating women with sexual health concerns, but lacking the knowledge to do so. The ISSWSH fall course provides an evidence-based foundation upon which to incorporate this ability into practice, such as:

How a medical, sexual and psychological history should be performed in women with sexual health problems.
How tests for endocrinologic, neurologic and vasculogenic pathophysiologies should be obtained in women with sexual health problems.
What relevant anatomic, physiologic and pathophysiologic information should be used to educate the woman with sexual health concerns.
What validated questionnaires are helpful in the screening and diagnostic process.
What sex therapy and physical therapy, as well as medical and surgical strategies are useful in the management of women with sexual health disorders.

HOTEL INFORMATION

DoubleTree Paradise Valley Resort
5401 N Scottsdale Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85250-7090
P: (480) 947-5400
F: (480) 946-1524

Room Rate: $124.00 plus taxes
Hotel Deadline: September 12, 2011
Reservations: http://doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/groups/personalized/P/PHXSJDT-ISW-20111010/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG

Room Rate
ISSWSH has negotiated a rate of $124.00 plus any applicable taxes at the DoubleTree Paradise Valley Resort.

Hotel Deadline
The ISSWSH discounted rate is based on availability and must be booked by September 12, 2011. The block may sell out prior to this date; therefore attendees are strongly encouraged to make reservations early. If the ISSWSH block sells out, or if you make reservations after September 12, 2011, you will be charged the hotel’s standard rate.

Reservations
Please use the following link to make your reservations at the DoubleTree Paradise Valley Resort:
http://doubletree.hilton.com/en/dt/groups/personalized/P/PHXSJDT-ISW-20111010/index.jhtml?WT.mc_id=POG

Check-In/Check-Out
Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. and check-out time is 12:00 p.m. Please contact the hotel directly if you have early check-in or late check-out requests.

Additional Charges
The guest room rate of $124.00 is subject to prevailing city and state tax, currently 11.92%. If you have more than 2 people in your room, there will be an additional $10.00 charge per night.

Cancellation Policy
If you wish to cancel, please do so 72 hours before arrival to avoid cancellation penalties.

TRAVEL & TRANSPORTATION

Airport Information
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) is approximately 12 miles from the DoubleTree Paradise Valley Resort or 20 minutes by car.

Rental Car Information
Avis Rent-A-Car is the official rental car company for the ISSWSH Fall Course. For reservations, please call (800) 331-1600, and use the code “J901055” to receive the discounted rates.

Parking
ISSWSH is happy to offer complimentary parking at the DoubleTree Paradise Valley Resort.

Shuttle Service
Supershuttle operates twenty-four hours a day, on a time-scheduled basis, offering airport-to-door service. Reservations are required. You can reach Supershuttle at (800) 244-9000.

Taxi Cab Services
The following taxi companies operate at the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport:

AAA Taxi: (602) 437-4000
Allstate Taxi: (602) 275-8888
Discount: (602) 266-1110

ADDITIONAL REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Early Registration Deadline
Meeting registration forms must be received by the ISSWSH Executive Office by 09/12/11 to receive the discounted early registration rate. All forms received after this deadline will be assessed the regular registration fee.

Registration Cancellation & Refund Policy
Registration refund requests must be submitted in writing to the ISSWSH Executive Office by 09/12/11. All refund requests will be subject to a $100 processing fee. No refunds will be made after 09/12/11.

Special Needs
For accommodations on the basis of disability or special dietary needs, please call (847) 517-7225.

Questions
Please feel free to contact the ISSWSH Executive Office by:
Phone: (847) 517-7225
Fax: (847) 517-7229
Email: info@isswsh.org
Website: www.isswsh.org

NEEDS & OBJECTIVES

Needs Statement:
Female sexual problems are common in medical practice, and state-of-the-art diagnostic and management strategies are available for women. The purpose of this CME program is to provide primary care physicians, gynecologists, urologists, psychologists and other sexual health professionals with expert consensus on current female sexual medicine evaluation and therapeutic strategies.

Educational Objectives

Interpret the current state-of-the-art knowledge in epidemiology, physiology and pathophysiology of female sexual function and dysfunction
Assess female sexual dysfunction using history and physical, psychometrically validated inventories, blood tests, neurological and blood flow testing
Apply medical and surgical treatments available for woman with sexual dysfunction presenting in a community setting
Distinguish when to treat the woman with sexual dysfunction in the office and when to refer her to a psychologist, physical therapist or sexual medicine physician

ACCREDITATION STATEMENTS & DISCLAIMERS

CME Accreditation
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the Essential Areas and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education through the joint sponsorship of the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine and the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health. The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of 17.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits TM. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Conflict Resolution Statement
The University of Oklahoma College of Medicine, Office of Continuing Medical Education has reviewed this activity’s speaker and planner disclosures and resolved all identified conflicts of interest, if applicable.

Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity institution.

AASECT Accreditation
This activity meets the requirements of the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT) and is approved for 17.25 CE credits. These CE credits may be applied toward AASECT certification and renewal of certification.

MFCC and/or LCSW Accreditation for the State of California
This activity meets the qualifications for a maximum of 17.25 hours of continuing education (CE) credit for MFCCs and/or LCSWs as required by the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. ISSWSH is a board-approved provider for the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (PCE 4855). Attendees who reside in a state other than California should inquire with their state board regarding acceptance of California accreditation.

NPWH Accreditation Statement
This activity has been evaluated and approved by the Continuing Education Approval Program of the National Association of Nurse Practitioner in Women’s Health for 17.25 contact hours of continuing education credit including 3.00 contact hours of pharmacology content. NPWH Activity no.11-16

Each participant should claim only those contact hours that he/she actually spent in the educational activity.

General Disclaimer of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health
The statements and opinions contained in this program are solely those of the individual authors and contributors and not of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health. The appearance of the advertisements is not a warranty, endorsement or approval of the products or services advertised or of their effectiveness, quality or safety. The content of this publication may contain discussion of off label uses of some of the agents mentioned. Please consult the prescribing information for full disclosure of approved uses. The International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health disclaims responsibility for any injury to persons or property resulting from any ideas or products referred to in the abstracts or advertisements.

Special Assistance
e encourage participation by all individuals. If you have a disability, advance notification of any special needs will help us better serve you. Call (847) 517-7225 if you require special assistance to fully participate in the meeting.

Thank you to our Industry Sponsors

Platinum Level

Exhibitors

Emotional Brain Inc.
Neogyne, Inc.

ISSWSH wishes to extend a special thank
you to all of those members who have
made contributions during the past year:

Endowment Donation
Dr. Krisztina Bajzak
Dr. Sara Rosenquist
Ms. Maria Schopman

Member Contributions
Dr. Alan Altman
Dr. Byron Barksdale
Dr. Ronald J. Fisher
Dr. Andrew T. Goldstein
Ms. Maria Schopman

Industry Sponsored Symposium

October 15th 5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.

Novel Treatments for Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder Based in Part on Sub-Group Functional/Structural Brain Differences

Moderator: Irwin Goldstein, MD

Speakers: Adriaan Tuiten PhD,
CEO Emotional Brain B.V

                        Inge van Welsen
                        US Study Director, Emotional Brain
                        New York, LLC

Current Management of Women’s Sexual Health: 2011
Speakers and Topics Subject to Change

PROGRAM SCHEDULE

*All sessions will be held in the North Ballroom, unless otherwise noted.

Click the title of select sessions to view the video.

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2011

12:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Registration / Information Desk Open
Location: North Foyer

1:00 p.m. – 1:10 p.m.

Welcome from the President
Alan M. Altman, MD

Introduction
Sharon J. Parish, MD

1:10 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Epidemiology / Models / Classification
Sharon J. Parish, MD

1:45 p.m. – 2:15 p.m.

Sexual History / Psychological & Psychosocial History/ Screening Questionnaires
Sheryl A. Kingsberg, PhD

2:15 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Patient Panel (2): Testimonials
Moderator: Sharon J. Parish, MD

3:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Patient Demonstrations (2): Screening (Individual) & Assessment Interview (Couple); Commentary
Moderator: Sharon J. Parish, MD
Faculty: S usan Kellogg-Spadt, PhD, CRNP – individuals
Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG – couples

3:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Psychological and Behavioral Therapies
Sheryl A. Kingsberg, PhD

4:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Break
Location: North Foyer

4:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.

Diagnostic Testing: Hormonal / Vascular / Neurologic
Irwin Goldstein, MD

4:45 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Pathophysiology: The Brain
Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG

5:00 p.m. – 5:15 p.m.

Pathophysiology: The Genitals
Irwin Goldstein, MD

5:15 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

HPV, VIN and Vulvar Disease
Susan Kellogg-Spadt, PhD, CRNP

5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Gynecologic Conditions (Endometriosis, PCOS, Infertility) and Sexual Dysfunction
Crista Johnson, MD, MSc, FACOG

6:00 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.

Contraception and Sexual Function: Panel Discussion
Moderator: Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG
Faculty: Andrew T. Goldstein, MD, FACOG
Irwin Goldstein, MD
Crista Johnson, MD, MSc, FACOG

6:45 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.	Forum on Patient Education: Video Demonstration and Discussion
Facilitators:	Susan Kellogg-Spadt, PhD, CRNP Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG Sharon J. Parish, MD

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2011

7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Registration / Information Desk Open
Location: North Foyer

7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Continental Breakfast
Location: North Foyer

8:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

Q&A

8:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Sexual Pain Mini-Course

8:30 a.m. – 8:50 a.m.

Prevalence of Dyspareunia, Normal Anatomy
Andrew T. Goldstein, MD, FACOG

8:50 a.m. – 9:20 a.m.

Physical Exam, Vulvoscopy, Pelvic Floor, Labs
Susan Kellogg-Spadt, PhD, CRNP

9:20 a.m. – 9:50 a.m.

Causes of Dypareunia
Andrew T. Goldstein, MD, FACOG

9:50 a.m. – 10:25 a.m.

Treatment of Dyspareunia: Medical, Physical Therapy
Susan Kellogg-Spadt, PhD, CRNP

10:25 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.

Treatment of Dyspareunia: Surgical
Andrew T. Goldstein, MD, FACOG

10:45 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Break, Informal Sexual Pain Q&A
Location: North Foyer

11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m.

Hormonal Therapy: Estrogens, Androgens, Progestogens
Alan M. Altman, MD

11:50 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.

Androgen Treatment Guidelines and Safety Concerns
Sharon J. Parish, MD

12:20 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Vulvar Vaginal Atrophy / Topical Estrogen Therapy
Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG

12:45 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.

Lunch with the Faculty: Themed Roundtables
Location: Center Ballroom

Bioidentical Hormone Therapy: Myths vs. Facts...Marketing vs. Science
Alan M. Altman, MD

Starting a Practice Devoted to FSD
Andrew T. Goldstei n, MD, FACOG

Drug Treatments for FSD
Irwin Goldstein, MD

Cosmetic Genital Surgery – Examining the Controversies
Crista Johnson, MD, MSc, FACOG

PFM Hypertonus and Sexual Pain: Clinical Pearls
Susan Kellogg-Spadt, PhD, CRNP

Sexual Addiction, Swinging, Fetishes, and Other Adventures in Sexual Medicine
Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG

Sexual Health Education & Communication Skills
Sharon J. Parish, MD

1:45 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

SSRI-Induced Sexual Dysfunction / Dopamine Agonists
Sharon J. Parish, MD

2:00 p.m. –2:15 p.m.

Experimental Therapies / Intravaginal DHEA
Irwin Goldstein, MD

2:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Use of Lubricants and Other OTC Agents
Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG

2:30 p.m. – 2:50 p.m.

Sexual Health in Pregnancy and Postpartum
Crista Johnson, MD, MSc, FACOG

2:50 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Break
Location: North Foyer

3:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Breakout Session I

Station 1:

Vulvar Dermatoses
Location: North Ballroom
Andrew T. Goldstein, MD, FACOG

Station 2:

Diagnostics
Location: North Ballroom
Irwin Goldstein, MD

Station 3:

Menopause Management: Cases
Location: Chaparral
Alan M. Altman, MD

Station 4:

Sexual Accessories
Location: Prescott
Susan Kellogg-Spadt, PhD, CRNP
Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG

Station 5:

Sexual Health Communication
Location: Directors Boardroom
Crista Johnson, MD, MSc, FACOG
Sharon J. Parish, MD

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2011

7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Registration / Information Desk Open
Location: North Foyer

7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Continental Breakfast
Location: North Foyer

8:00 a.m. – 8:20 a.m.

Coding
Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG

8:20 a.m. – 8:50 a.m.

FSD Practice Models
Alan M. Altman, MD
Andrew T. Goldstein, MD, FACOG
Irwin Goldstein, MD
Susan Kellogg-Spadt, PhD, CRNP
Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG
Sharon J. Parish, MD

8:50 a.m. – 9:05 a.m.

PGAD
Irwin Goldstein, MD

9:05 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

Panel: Surgical Interventions – Videos and Cases
Andrew T. Goldstein, MD, FACOG
Irwin Goldstein, MD

9:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.

Breakout Session II

Station 1:

Evaluation of Sexual Pain
Location: North Ballroom
Andrew T. Goldstein, MD, FACOG
Susan Kellogg-Spadt, PhD, CRNP

Station 2:

Clinical Cases
Location: North Ballroom
Irwin Goldstein, MD

Station 3:

Professionalism, Narratives & Sexual Health
Location: Chaparral
Alan M. Altman, MD
Sharon J. Parish, MD

Station 4:

Breast Cancer Sexuality, Sensuality, and Intimacy
Location: Prescott
Michael Krychman, MD, MPH, FACOG

Station 5:

Cross-Cultural Sexual Health Dialogues
Location: Directors Boardroom
Crista Johnson, MD, MSc, FACOG

11:45 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Conclusion and Course Wrap-Up
Sharon J. Parish, MD

Disclaimer Statement
Statements, opinions and results of studies contained in the program are those of the presenters/authors and do not reflect the policy or position of the ISSWSH nor does the ISSWSH provide any warranty as to their accuracy or reliability.

Every effort has been made to faithfully reproduce the abstracts as submitted. However, no responsibility is assumed by the ISSWSH for any injury and/or damage to persons or property from any cause including negligence or otherwise, or from any use or operation of any methods, products, instruments, or ideas contained in the material herein.