2025 APGO FDS:
Round Table Abstract Submission Instructions

The submission deadline has passed.

The most highly regarded Round Table discussions begin with a short presentation about “hot/out-of-the-box topics” or novel ideas in ob-gyn medical education followed by an open forum for sharing ideas within the small group.

The APGO community is committed to the elimination of systemic racism and the resultant disparities in health care and the learning environment. Presenters are encouraged to consider and plan to specifically mention how contributions to the 2025 FDS would be applicable in this regard. Presenters must follow the APGO Educational Guidelines for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and adhere to the Checklist for Curricular Materials for Faculty Development Seminar Speakers.

The APGO FDS is a fully in-person meeting with no options for virtual or hybrid presentations or attendance.

Abstract Format:

  • Title (maximum of 100 characters including spaces)
  • Author*
    *If the first author is a medical student, resident, fellow or Ob-Gyn clerkship coordinator, they MUST BE PAIRED with a faculty sponsor who is an APGO member and who will register for the meeting, attend, and actively support the presentation IN PERSON.
  • Précis (maximum of 140 characters including spaces)
  • Abstract (maximum of 100 words)
    • Objective/purpose (e.g., educational relevance)
    • Major discussion points
    • Interactive component(s)
    • Take-home product (e.g., toolkit, resources, rubrics, handouts, pocket guides)
    • Word count
  • In two to three sentences, highlight any ways in which your presentation would contribute to the elimination of systemic racism and the resultant disparities in health care and the learning environment.