Faculty

Current Position:

Assistant Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology, University Hospital Lariboisière, Paris, France (2003-present)
Deputy Editor of the Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology

Professional Background:

Dr. Afshin Fazel is an expert in Obstetrics and Gynecology, specializing in minimally invasive surgery. With a career spanning over two decades, he has held pivotal roles in various esteemed institutions. Notably, Dr. Fazel served as the Chef de Clinique à la Faculté – Assistant des Hôpitaux at both University Hospital Lariboisière and University Hospital of Lille. His expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of benign and malignant gynecologic procedures, including laparoscopic and hysteroscopic myomectomy, neuropelveology, endometriosis treatment, gynecologic oncology, and urogynecology.

Educational Background:

• PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences: University Paris Sud Orsay, France (2008-2012)
• Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Suergery, New York Presbyterian Medical Center, Columbia University, (2000)
• Doctorate in Medicine** University of Lille, France (1998)
• Medical Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynecology: (1998)
• Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology: University of Lille, France (1991-1998)
• Medical School: University Paris 5, Necker, Paris, France (1985-1991)

Research and Clinical Contributions:

Dr. Fazel has been a principal investigator for several groundbreaking studies, including the ENDOSEARCH project, funded by the European Union’s H2020 program, aimed at diagnosing and prognosing endometriosis using biomarkers. His research interests also involve developing new medical devices for treating breast cancer and peritoneal carcinomas through laparoscopy. He has significantly contributed to the field of neuropelveology, investigating chronic pelvic pain syndromes and corresponding therapeutic options.

Hospital Activities:

• Mentor and Trainer: Over 300 residents since 1998
• Member of Research and Care Commissions: Since 2012
• Member of the Medical Advisory Board: 2003-2011
• Organizer and Head of the Minimally Invasive Unit: 2004-2007

Awards and Honors:

• Gold Medal in Surgery: 1998
• Best Reviewer for the Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology: 2019
• Best Abstract Awards: AAGL 47th Global (2018), ESGE (2018)
• Research Grants: Including H2020 grant for ENDOSEARCH and ANR grant for the ROBUST project

Professional Memberships:

• American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL)
• European Society of Gynecologic Surgery
• Society of Endometriosis and Uterine Disorders
• European Society of Gynecologic Oncology
• French College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists

Select Publications:

Dr. Fazel has authored numerous impactful articles and abstracts in leading medical journals. Some of his notable works include studies on laparoscopic myomectomy, the role of biomarkers in diagnosing endometriosis, and innovative surgical techniques in gynecology.

International Conferences and Workshops:

Dr. Fazel is a frequent speaker at major international conferences, sharing his insights on topics ranging from robotic biopsy techniques to advanced laparoscopic procedures. He has led workshops on essential surgical skills and complications management, contributing significantly to the education and training of fellow gynecologists globally.

Prof. Possover is nationally and internationally renowned for his research, academic and clinical merits in the fields of gynaecological oncology, surgical endometriosis treatment and Neuropelveology.

He has written scientific papers for numerous scientific journals and published articles in various medical textbooks and reference books. His numerous awards from leading and highly respected medical associations prove his competence and exceptional knowledge

Current Positions

• Since 2025 – Chief of Gynecology Division, Dubai Health, Dubai, UAE
• Since 2016 – Founder, MIS Academy, Dubai, UAE
• Since 2016 – General Chair, Endo Dubai
• Since 2015 – Head of Gynecology Department, Latifa Hospital, Dubai, UAE
• Since 2011 – Founder and President of the education and certification program Winners Project
• Since 2007 – Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Strasbourg University, France
• Since 2004 – Director for Advanced Courses in Gynaecological Endoscopy, IRCAD, Strasbourg, France
• Since 2000 – Board Member, ESGE (European Society of Gynecological Endoscopy)

Medical Curriculum

• 2012 – 2025 – Chairman, European Academy of Gynecological Surgery
• 2007 – Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Strasbourg University, France
• 2004 – 2007 – Hospital Practitioner, OB-GYN Department, University of Strasbourg, France
• 1993 – Specialist in Gynecology and Obstetrics
• 1992 – 2004 – Hospital Practitioner, OB-GYN Department, University of Auvergne, France
• 1988 – 1992 – Assistant Chief of Clinic (University Lecturer), OB-GYN Department, University of Auvergne, France
• 1988 – M.D., Clermont-Ferrand Medical School
  Medical thesis: “Tubo-peritoneal infertility”
• 1987 – 1988 – Fellowship, San Francisco University Children’s Hospital
• 1987 – Gold Medal of Medical Internship, OB-GYN Department, University of Auvergne, France
• 1983 – 1988 – Resident in Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Auvergne, France
• 1975 – 1983 – Medical Studies, Pierre et Marie Curie Medical School, University of Paris

International Awards and Honors

• 2025 – Honorary Member, Azerbaijan Society of Oncologists, Kazakhstan
• 2023 – John F. Steege MD Mentorship Award, 52nd AAGL Global Congress in MIS
• 2021 – Innovation in Surgery and Reproductive Medicine Award, AAGL
• 2019 – Lifetime Achievement Award, ICAGE-16
• 2017 – Honorary Member, ESGE (European Society of Gynecological Endoscopy)
• 2017 – Honorary Member, AAGL (American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists)
• 2017 – Honorary Fellow, British Society of Gynecological Endoscopy
• 2016 – Honorary Fellow, German Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• 2013 – Honorary President, Middle East Society for Gynecologic Endoscopy (MESGE)
• 2011 – President, European Academy of Gynecological Surgery
• 2009 – Honorary Professor, Moscow University, Russia
• 2004 – Director for Advanced Courses in Gynaecological Endoscopy, IRCAD-EITS
• 2002 – Associate Professor, Catholic University of Rome, Italy
• 2002 – Associate Professor and Research Assistant, Catanzaro University, Italy
• 2000 – Honorary Member, Brazilian Society of Surgeons
• 1998 – Associate Professor, Catholic University of Leuven, Belgium

Past Positions

• 2008 – 2010 – President, ESGE (European Society of Gynecological Endoscopy)
• 2002 – 2003 – International Advisory Committee Representative, AAGL Board of Trustees
• 1992 – Scientific Director, SODECOV, Gynecovisions Collection, National Research Institute
• 1991 – 2002 – Director (Pedagogical Teacher Training Courses), CICE (Center of Endoscopic Surgery)
• 1991 – 2002 – Instructor, Endoscopic Training Center, Stanford University, California, USA
• 1988 – 1992 – Clinical Assistant, Specialist Registrar (Senior Resident), Associate Specialist

Wordwide recognised specialist in Advanced Pelvic Surgery, with extensive expertise in gynaecologic oncology and endometriosis surgery. Renowed for developping innovative surgical techniques and protocols, with a strong commitment to advancing the field and improving patient outcomes.

Actively involved in various international and national scientific organisations contributing to the development of the global medical community.

Prolific contributor to research, with multiple high impact publications. Providing mentorship and training at the Malzoni training center, fostering the growth of future specialists.

Professional Experience

Scientific Director (1997 – present)

Advanced Pelvic Surgery Center, Endometrios National Center, Cancer Center, Training Center, Malzoni Research Hospital – Avellino

• Performed most than 20.000 advanced surgical procedures as first surgeon
• Supervised and instructed fellows from diverse international backgrounds at the Malzoni Training Center
• Led the planning and execution of Gynitaly Conferences

Surgical Advisor

Paidea International Hospital – Roma, Casa di Cura Villa del Rosario – Roma, Casa di Cura Villa del Sole – Salerno, Clinica Mediterranea – Napoli

Associate Professor with national qualification

Education & training

Medicine Degree
1993 – Università degli Studi della Campania
Luigi Vanvitel

M.D. in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
1997 – Università degli Studi della Campania
Luigi Vanvitell

Stage at Minimally Invasive Gynecologic
Surgery Department
1996 – Columbia University, New York

Education

1966 – 1972 – University of Barcelona Medical School – MD

1969 – 1972 – Maternity Hospital of Diputacion Provincial of Barcelona, Barcelona Spain – Special Fellowship, Colposcopy and Gynecologic Cytology/Dr S Dexeus, FIAC

1970 – Hammaersmith Hospital, University of London – Fellow, Gynecologic Cytology/Dr E Wachtel, FIAC

1970 – 1972 – University of Barcelona Medical School – Clerkship, Internal Medicine/Professor C Rozman

1971 – Institut de Pathologie et de Cytologie Appliquee, Paris, France – Fellow, Gynecologic and Mammary Cytology; Pathology/Professor J de Brux, FIAC

1972 – 1973 – University of Barcelona Medical School – Doctorate course

1973 – Maternity Hospital of Diputacion Provincial of Barcelona, Barcelona Spain – Rotating Internship

1973 – 1974 – Instituto Dexeus, Barcelona Spain – Rotating Internship

1974 – 1978 – Mayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine – Resident, Obstetrics and Gynecology

1978 – 1980 – University of Kansas Medical Center – Fellow, Gynecologic Oncology

Academic Rank and Positions

1981 – 1985 – Director – Division Gynecologic Oncology. Kansas University
Medical Center, Kansas City, KS

1985 – 1988 – Director –   Division Gynecologic Oncology. University of Missouri at Kansas City, Kansas City, MO

1988 – 2005 – Chair – Department of Medical & Surgical Gynecology, Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, Arizona

1998 – 2018 – Head – Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Medical & Surgical Gynecology, Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, Arizona

2006 – 2010 – Director – Robotic Fellowship in Gynecologic Oncology, Department of Medical & Surgical Gynecology, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, Arizona

1998 – Present –  Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology – Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Phoenix, Arizona

2010 – 2018 – Director – Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, Department of Medical & Surgical Gynecology, Mayo Clinic, Phoenix, Arizona

2021 – Present – Emeritus consultant – Department of Medical and Surgical Gynecology, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Phoenix, Arizona

2021 – Present – Supplemental Emeritus – Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, Department of Education Administration

2021 – 2023 – Consultant, Division of Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery, Banner University Medical Center, Phoenix, AZ

Fellowship Director, Nezhat Medical Center

Medical Director of Training & Education and Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery & Robotics,
Northside Hospital, Atlanta Georgia

Adjunct Professor of Gynecology & Obstetrics, Emory University

Past President, Society of Reproductive Surgeons

Past President, American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists

Editor in Chief, Atlanta Medicine

Pr. Mohamed Mabrouk MD, PhD is a Consultant Gynaecologist and Minimal Access Reproductive Surgeon, with special interests in endometriosis, and advanced endoscopic surgery.

Currently, he is:
– Consultant gynaecologist and endometriosis surgeon at the University College of London Hospitals (UCLH), London, UK.
– President of the European Endometriosis League (EEL)
– Consultant gynaecologist and endometriosis specialist at the Cleveland Clinic London (CCL)
– Director of Cambridge EndoCare Endometriosis Centre at the Spire Lea Hospital, Cambridge, UK
– Honorary Professor of Gynaecology at the University College of London (UCL), London, UK.
– Adjunct Professor of Gynaecology at the University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Demark.
– Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Alexandria University, Egypt.

Over the years he has been involved in the following:
– Past president of the Middle East Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy (MESGE)
– He co-founded the endometriosis centre of Cambridge University Hospitals in Cambridge, UK.
– He received his training and earned the European Board in Obstetrics & Gynaecology from Bologna University, Italy.
– He obtained his PhD in Endometriosis management from VUMC, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
– He was a senior consultant at the Sacred Heart Hospital in Negrar, Verona, Italy and at the Endometriosis Centre of Bologna University Hospital, Italy.

Mabrouk is a recognised International Expert in endometriosis, surgical anatomy, and minimally invasive surgery.

He is the author and co-author of numerous International, peer-reviewed publications and three books.

Marc Pocard is Professor of digestive surgery at Université Paris Cité. He focused is research and surgical activity on cytoreductive surgery, HIPEC and PIPAC to help patient affected by peritoneal metastasis. He is interested to understand tumor implantation, angiogenesis and chemo sensitivity to develop drugs delivery using new technology for treatment or prevention.

Resad Paya Pasic, MD, PhD
Gynecologic Laparoscopy Doctor

One of the best laparoscopy doctors in America, Dr. Pasic is an internationally recognized leader in laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery who has attained the following achievements:

• At the AAGL 2022 Annual Global Congress, Dr. Pasic was awarded a prestigious John Stegee MIGS Mentorship Award.
• In 2020, Pasic served as Honorary Chair of the 51 Annual AAGL Global Congress.
• In 2019, Dr. Pasic has been elected as President of International Society of Gynecologic Endoscopy (ISGE) and served as President for two years.
• President of the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopist (AAGL) 2009-2010.
• Scientific Program Chair of the AAGL 37th Global Congress of Minimally Invasive Gynecology in Las Vegas Nevada 2008.
• President of the Fellowship Board of the AAGL/SRS sponsored Fellowship in Endoscopy and Minimally Invasive Surgery 2010.
• Scientific Program Chair of the 4th AAGL International Congress of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, Dubrovnik Croatia 2010.
• Scientific Program Chair of the 1st and 2nd World Congress of Minimally Invasive Gynecology in Dubrovnik Croatia 2002 and 2006.
• Published textbooks: “Laparoscopic Surgery”, “Hysteroscopy and Endometrial Ablation Techniques”, “Minimally Invasive Gynecology”, “A Practical Manual of Minimally Invasive Gynecology and Robotic Surgery” and “Fundamentalls of Geometric Laparoscopy and Suturing”.
• Awarded “Best Doctors in America” for 2005-2006, 2007-2008, 2009-2010, 2014-2018.
• Awarded Top Surgeons in Louisville 2010-2013.
• International reputation and surgical expertise.
• Invited speaker to many Laparoscopy and Hysteroscopy workshops and lectures worldwide.
• Medical legal expert.
• Performed Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy (TLH) on a 7.4 kg uterus which is the world record.
• Scientific Program member of Open Endoscopy Forum at MIT, Cambridge.

Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Siena and has served as an Associate Professor at the University of Rome “Tor Vergata” and the University of Siena.

His academic journey began with his Medical School in Rome, “La Sapienza” University, in 1982, followed by residencies in Ob/Gyn in 1986 and in Oncology in 1991. He has been an Assistant Professor at the University of Rome “Tor Vergata” from 1988 to 2005, and a Research Fellow at the University of Connecticut in 1992. He has also been a Visiting Professor at the University of Strasbourg (France) from 2006 to 2011.

Prof. Zupi has been involved in surgical activities, being the first surgeon in 5270 surgical procedures, with 65% of major surgery performed through laparoscopy and 25% by laparotomy or vaginal route. He has also been actively involved in the delivery room for 17 years, with regular activity as the first or second operator in IIIrd level university hospitals.

Prof. Zupi has held leadership roles such as Chief of the Department of Gynaecology & Obstetrics at the University of Siena and Director of multiple specialized units and programs in Gynaecology and Obstetrics. He is the Former Editor-in-Chief of the Journal of Endometriosis and Pelvic Pain Disorders and Former Advisor to the American Association of Gynaecologic Laparoscopists. He has authored over 200 publications in international peer-reviewed journals, edited two books, and contributed to multiple book chapters.

Prof. Zupi has been recognized with numerous awards for best scientific papers in international congresses. He is a member of the European Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy, the American Association of Gynaecological Laparoscopists, and the American Society of Reproductive Medicine. He has also served as an Ad Hoc Reviewer for prestigious journals such as Fertility & Sterility and the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, and as an Editor of the Journal of Minimally Invasive Surgery in Gynecology.

Nassir HABIB works as a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in Clinique de l’Yvette, Paris , France.

He is a renowned expert in advanced laparoscopic surgery and has a wide range of experience in managing malignant and benign pelvic diseases.
He is dedicated to develop the management of pelvic cancers, deep endometriosis, and chronic pelvic pain with a holistic approach.

Dr. HABIB has participated as lecturer in numerous national and international events, and has published over 35 peer-reviewed publications in scientific journals.

Dr. HABIB is passionate about teaching, and continues to be an active faculty member in the European Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy, in the Minimally Invasive Surgery Academy, and in IRCAD- Strasbourg.

Benoit Rabischong is full ordinary Professor in Gynecological Surgery Department of University Hospital of Clermont-Ferrand (CHU Estaing) in France and also the head of training in CICE (Centre International de Chirurgie Endoscopique, Clermont-Ferrand).

He’s the author of more an hundred publications in the field of minimal invasive gynecological surgery and gave more than two hundred conferences or lectures as invited faculty in various international events.

He was president of the International Society of Neuropelveology (ISON) from 2020 to 2022 and he’s the immediate past president of the European Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (ESGE) and the current Director of ESGE Academy.

Dr. Fariba Mohtashami is a Clinical Professor and Head of the Division of General Obstetrics & Gynecology at the University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. She also serves as Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at St. Paul’s Hospital, where she practices as a Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgeon.

A dedicated surgical mentor and coach, Dr. Mohtashami has a strong passion for education, with a particular emphasis on pelvic surgical anatomy. As a respected leader in academic medicine, she is a vocal advocate for gender equity, working to ensure fair access to academic and healthcare resources for Gynecology. Her advocacy is focused on closing the gender data gap, the pain gap, and the pay gap—advancing equity for women in medicine and surgery.

Hélder Ferreira, MD, PhD, MBA, is the Head of the Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery Unit at Centro Hospitalar Universitário Santo António in Porto, Portugal. He also serves as a Professor of Gynecology at the University of Porto.

Dr. Ferreira has completed two prestigious fellowship programs in Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery, training under Prof. Arnaud Wattiez in France (2009) and Prof. Joerg Keckstein in Austria (2011). He is a Board Member of the ESGE Academy and serves as the Chair of the Education and Training Special Interest Group (ESGE-SIG). Additionally, he is an Advisory Board Member of the European Endometriosis League (EEL) and holds board positions in the Endoscopy Section of Portuguese Society of Gynecology and the Portuguese College of Obstetrics and Gynecology. He is also the President of the Portuguese Society of Minimally Invasive Surgery.

Pr. Ferreira, specializes in advanced laparoscopic and robotic gynecological surgeries, including procedures for endometriosis, oncology, genital prolapse, and uterovaginal malformations. He is the author of numerous original research articles, book chapters, short communications, and surgical video publications.

A sought-after speaker, Pr. Ferreira regularly lectures at national, regional, and international scientific conferences. He has also performed live interactive surgeries at various global events and has been an instructor in numerous training courses, including dry/live-tissue labs and cadaver dissection workshops.

Chief of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology of the General University Hospital of Valencia

Associate Profesor of the University of Valencia
Director of European Gynecology Endoscopy School

Quality indexes of scientific activity: sum of citations: 871; H-INDEX= 15.

41 international and 59 national articles, with a complete book with ISBN. Sum Factor
Impact: 163.11. 21 articles as First author and 11 articles as author of correspondence

254 conferences (101 International, 153 national).

Researcher in more than 20 project. Principal Investigator of 2 Oficial projects of the Spanish
government (PI14 / 0139, PI17/01945). PI in 6 clinical trials

Reviewer of 25 manuscripts of 9 international Rev. and excellent reviewer review
(Human Reprod and Mol. Hum. Repr)

Director of 5 doctoral theses with maximum qualification.

Organization of more than 50 scientific events related to Obstetrics and Gynecology

Participation as surgeon expert in oncology, deep endometriosis and pelvic floor with endoscopic treatment in live surgical demonstrations in more than 100 national and international.

RADIOLOGIST SPECIALIZING IN WOMEN’S IMAGING
CENTRE CARDIOLOGIQUE DU NORD- SAINT DENIS FRANCE
SINCE 2017

• Created and developed the Female imaging department
• Performed and interpreted pelvic ultrasounds, and pelvic MRIs for detection and follow-up of Endometriosis
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for treatment planning and follow-up care
• Provided training and supervision to radiology residents and technologists
• Participated in research projects and quality improvement initiatives related to women’s imaging

TENON HOSPITAL PARIS- FRANCE : 2008-2014

• Gained comprehensive experience in female imaging US and pelvic MRI including the assessment of endometriosis
• Provided training and supervision to radiology residents and technologists
• Participated in research projects and studies related to women’s imaging

Dr. William Kondo is a Brazilian gynecologist specialized in minimally invasive surgery and the management of endometriosis. He practices at Sugisawa Medical Center and has completed advanced training in France and the United States. With a Master’s degree in Health Sciences, he is the author of numerous international publications and book chapters. His expertise focuses on gynecologic endoscopy, laparoscopic surgery, and innovation in surgical techniques. Dr. Kondo actively contributes to scientific research and medical education worldwide.

Dr. Farinaz Seifi is Vice Chair of the Gynecology and Gynecology Subspecialty at the University of Maryland. She is an Associate Professor, sub-specialized in minimally invasive gynecology surgery. Dr. Seifi completed her OBGYN residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, New York. She then completed a minimally invasive gynecology surgery (MIGS) fellowship at Yale University.

Before joining the University of Maryland, she was a section chief and director of Gynecology at Bridgeport Hospital, Yale New Haven Health. She performed over 1000 complex robotic and laparoscopic procedures in patients with morbid obesity, complex surgical histories, and advanced endometriosis.  She is also highly skilled in Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgeries (vNOTES), radiofrequency ablation of fibroids, and complex hysteroscopic cases. Her focus is performing minimally invasive surgeries for large uterus, fibroids and endometriosis.
Dr. Seifi has been integral to the Yale/Bridgeport Minimally Invasive Gynecology Surgery (MIGS) fellowship program. She is a surgical consultant for complex benign gynecology surgeries and has been pivotal in training medical students, OBGYN residents, and MIGS fellows.
Dr. Seifi was awarded the best surgical teaching award by Yale OBGYN residents, Certificate of Excellence in Laparoscopic Surgeries, AAGL. She was part of the MIGS fellowship faculty and trained many fellows over the past few years.
She mentored the junior OBGYN faculty and created different laparoscopic and robotic simulation curriculums, sessions, and detailed lecture series.

She has published extensively and garnered substantial experience presenting at National and International conferences. She published more than 40 peer reviewed articles, abstracts and surgical videos completed several research projects, including a Randomized clinical trial looking for the efficacy of laparoscopic-assisted Transversus Abdominis (TAP) Block, Laparoscopic Hysterectomy Video Education, Racial and Social Determinants of Health Disparities in Post-operative Pain in Minimally Invasive Gynecology Surgery, Reduced Postoperative Narcotic Prescription in Minimally Invasive Hysterectomy Following ERAS Protocols: A Quality Improvement Project, A Novel Technique to Minimize the Blood Loss in Robotic Laparoscopic Myomectomies, Laparoscopic-Assisted Transversus Abdominis Plane (TAP) Block, Posterior Versus Lateral TAP Block in Patients Undergoing Laparoscopic Gynecologic Surgery: Randomized Controlled Trial, Vascular Pseudo-Invasion in Laparoscopic Treatment of Endometrial Cancer with and without Uterine Manipulator.

Horace Roman is surgeon of endometriosis at the Franco-European Multidisciplinary Institute of Endometriosis at Tivoli-Ducos Clinic in Bordeaux (France), Burjeel Medical City in Abu Dhabi (UAE) and Medicover Hospital in Cluj Napoca (Romania). He is Honorary Professor of Endometriosis Surgery at Aarhus University Hospital, Denmark. His practice and clinical research focus on the surgical management of patients with deep endometriosis. He has managed more than 2,000 patients with deep endometriosis infiltrating the digestive tract, 350 with endometriosis of urinary tract, 100 with diaphragmatic endometriosis and 200 with endometriosis of sacral roots and sciatic nerves. He privileges conservative procedures and has performed more than 500 rectal disc excisions.  He performed the ENDORE randomized trial comparing radical and conservative surgery for colorectal endometriosis, MESURE randomized trial comparing medical and surgical management of rectal endometriosis. He has published more than 250 scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals in endometriosis field during 20 years of career dedicated to this disease.

Professor Gaby Moawad is a globally recognized leader in robotic surgery and endometriosis management, serving as a board-certified gynecological surgeon and founder of The Center for Endometriosis and Advanced Pelvic Surgery in Washington, D.C. With a distinguished career spanning specialized minimally invasive gynecologic procedures—including advanced laparoscopic and robotic techniques—Dr. Moawad has become a leading authority in the field, renowned for integrating innovative surgical strategies with a patient-centered approach that transcends borders.

As a pioneer in robotic gynecologic surgery, Dr. Moawad has contributed significantly to the global dissemination of minimally invasive techniques through his role as Director of Robotic Gynecologic Surgery, Fellowship Co-Director, and Associate Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at The George Washington University. His expertise has attracted international recognition, making him a sought-after speaker and educator in cutting-edge endometriosis and pelvic reconstructive surgery worldwide.

Throughout his career, Dr. Moawad has received numerous accolades, including being named Top Doctor in the Washington D.C. area from 2015 to 2023 by The Washingtonian and Castle Connolly. His contributions to the field have been honored with the AAGL Award for Excellence in Endoscopic Procedures from the American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists and multiple leadership roles within the organization—including Chair of the Research Committee, Chair of the Robotic Committee, and Board of Directors member of the AAGL Foundation.

A prolific researcher, Dr. Moawad has secured prominent grants, notably serving as Co-Principal Investigator on a 2019 NIH-funded project exploring innovative non-invasive biomarkers for uterine fibroids using EV-microRNAs. He has authored over 125 peer-reviewed publications and is a key contributor to the advancement of endometriosis research and surgical innovation.

An internationally recognized expert, Dr. Moawad serves on the Editorial Board of “Facts, Views & Vision in Obstetrics & Gynecology,” the official journal of the European Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (ESGE). He regularly presents at major global conferences, sharing his pioneering techniques and insights—advancing the field of gynecologic minimally invasive surgery, particularly in complex endometriosis cases.

Dedicated to education and global outreach, Dr. Moawad’s work continues to shape best practices worldwide, improving outcomes for women everywhere affected by endometriosis and complex pelvic disorders.