Pre-Conference
Pre-Conference Courses
Advanced Ultrasound Course
Diagnostic imaging for radiologists, gynaecologic sonologists, sonographers, and general gynaecologists.
We are seeking Canadian radiologists, gynaecologic sonologists, sonographers and general gynaecologists who are interested in developing and enhancing their knowledge and practical skills in gynecologic ultrasound. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of current standards, advanced ultrasound principles, and the evaluation of gynecologic abnormalities. This in-person, pre-congress course offers a combination of didactic sessions, simulations, case studies and hands-on learning.
Faculty
Mathew Leonardi, MD, PhD
Advanced Gynecologic Surgeon Sonologist, Hamilton Health Sciences
Associate Professor, McMaster University
Honorary Adjunct Lecturer, Robinson Research Institute, University of Adelaide, Australia
*Additional Faculty to be announced
See the ECEP website for more details.
What the Advanced Gynaecologic Ultrasound Course program includes
The Advanced Gynecologic Ultrasound Course is designed to equip healthcare professionals with comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in gynecologic ultrasound. Participants will enhance their understanding of current standards, advanced ultrasound principles, and the evaluation of gynecologic abnormalities. The course utilizes a robust, blended approach including didactic sessions for foundational theory, simulations for risk-free decision-making practice, case studies for problem-solving and critical thinking, and hands-on learning for practical application.
Cost
There is a fee to attend the Advanced Ultrasound Course, please see the ECEP website for more details.
EndoSURG Mentorship Program
CanSAGE is excited to announce that the EndoSURG Mentorship Program will return at the annual CanSAGE conference!
We are seeking Canadian gynecologic surgeons (non-fellowship trained) interested in developing and enhancing clinical and surgical skills to offer the best contemporary endometriosis care. This unique opportunity will begin with an in-person course at the CanSAGE 2026 conference in Québec City and will continue with a mentorship afterwards.
See the ECEP website for more details.
What the EndoSURG program includes
Participants will spend a full day attending focused lectures on diagnosis, medical management, and surgical techniques, followed by a hands-on lab practicing excision of superficial endometriosis on models. Following the course, each attendee is paired with a MIGS fellowship-trained surgical coach for a six-month mentorship period, which includes reviewing the participant’s own surgical case footage to refine techniques and boost confidence in the operating room.
Cost
There is no fee to participate in EndoSURG.
Who should apply
To join the 2026 cohort of 12 mentees in Québec City, applicants should meet the following criteria:
- Conference Participation: Must register for and attend the CanSAGE Conference (October 1–3, 2026).
- Conference Registration Subsidy: Must be a first‑time CanSAGE conference participant in 2026 to get the subsidy.
- Professional Role: Must be a practicing Canadian gynecologist.
- Experience Level: Ideal for non‑fellowship‑trained surgeons, within 10 years of graduating from your residency program, who are eager to expand their surgical comfort zone. Not for MIS fellowship-trained surgeons.
- Surgical Privileges: You currently hold hospital privileges for the excision of superficial endometriosis.
- Commitment to Education: Must attend the full pre‑conference course on September 30, 2026, including dynamic lectures and hands‑on simulation practice.
- Ongoing Participation: Must commit to a 6‑month mentorship period following the conference, including:
- Personalized pairing with a minimally invasive surgery (MIS) fellowship‑trained mentor (matched by CanSAGE).
- Submission of surgical video footage for mentor review, with up to two one‑hour feedback sessions over six months.