2026 SAAOG Annual Meeting


Saturday, January 24, 2026 to Monday, January 26, 2026
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SAAOG 2026 Annual Meeting

January 24-26, 2026
The Greenbrier | White Sulphur Springs, WV

We are thrilled to invite you to the South Atlantic Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (SAAOG) 2026 Annual Meeting, taking place January 24–26, 2026, at the historic Greenbrier in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia.

This annual event brings together leaders in obstetrics, gynecology, and infertility for three days of educational sessions, expert speakers, and valuable networking opportunities. Stay ahead of the latest research, trends, and advancements in women’s health while connecting with peers and enhancing your professional skills. Don’t miss this premier event for women’s health professionals!

Why The Greenbrier?

The Greenbrier is more than just a venue; it's a destination. Set against the stunning backdrop of the West Virginia mountains, this historic luxury resort combines timeless elegance with modern amenities, providing the perfect environment for both professional growth and relaxation.

Join the Conversation and Community!

The South Atlantic Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (SAAOG) 2026 Annual Meeting is more than just a conference; it’s an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and shape the future of women’s health. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your journey, this meeting will provide a platform to engage with leading experts, explore cutting-edge practices, and contribute your own knowledge and experiences.

We are excited to welcome you to The Greenbrier for this dynamic and enriching event. Mark your calendars and get ready to be part of an impactful gathering that will advance our field and enhance our collective practice.

Register Today!

Don’t miss this opportunity to be at the forefront of obstetrics, gynecology, and infertility. Register today to secure your spot at the SAAOG 2026 Annual Meeting. Please see the registration cut off dates listed, and we can’t wait to welcome you to White Sulphur Springs!

Registration Type

Early Bird 

Ends 9/30/25

Standard Rate  

Starts 10/1/25

Onsite Rate 

Starts 1/25/26

SAAOG Member

$650

$695

$750

SAAOG Non-Member

$795

$895

$995

Physician-in-Training

$300

$325

$350

Medical Student

$300

$325

$350

Industry Representative

$995

$1095

$1,195

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SAAOG 2026 Annual Meeting

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Registration

87th Annual Meeting | January 24-26, 2026
SAAOG 2026 Annual Meeting Attendee Registration
(Includes admission badge to General Sessions and Exhibit Hall)
SAAOG Member/Invited Guest
$695.00
SAAOG Non-Member
$895.00
Physician-in-Training
$325.00
Medical Student *
$325.00
Industry Representative
$1095.00
Guest Pass ($175)
(Includes one guest badge for access to Welcome Reception, Presidential Luncheon and all food functions in Exhibit Hall)

Luncheon

January 26, 2026

I will attend the Presidential Luncheon
Luncheon fee $0
I will NOT attend the Presidential Luncheon
The President's Luncheon is included in the registration fee; however, you must pre-register yourself and number of guests attending. A guest badge must be purchased for your guest for them to attend the President's Luncheon.

Social Events

SAAOG 2026 Gala

January 25, 2026

$165x
Sponsor a Resident/Fellow/Physician in Training Gala Ticket

January 25, 2026

$165x
Please consider purchasing an additional Gala Ticket to help a Resident/Fellow/Physician in Training be able to attend this exciting event. Your purchase allows them to take in the full SAAOG experience and participate in all aspects of the meeting, when their funding support does not allow.

Guest email will be used to coordinate guest events during the meeting. By providing a guest email, you consent to receiving email from SAAOG or on behalf of SAAOG about the meeting and related events.

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DISCLAIMER:
By registering for the 2026 SAAOG Annual Meeting, attendee understands and agrees that attendee’s contact information may be shared with other attendees and exhibitors. By allowing an exhibitor to scan the conference badge, attendee understands, agrees and consents to the sharing of attendee's contact information with the company that scanned the conference badge.

PHOTOGRAPHY:
Photographs and/or video may be taken as part of the registered event. By registering for this event, you grant the South Atlantic Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists full rights to use the images resulting from the photography/video filming and any reproductions or adaptations of the images for promotional purposes. This may include (but is not limited to), the right to use them in print and online platforms, social media, press releases and other outlets.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Telephone cancellations will not be accepted. A written notice of cancellation must be received no later than December 31, 2024. This includes social events and guest fees. There will be a $100 fee for all cancellations. No registration refunds will be issued after December 31, 2024.

ADA COMPLIANCE:
Attendees who need special reasonable accommodations or who have special needs should contact the meeting organizers at (904) 637-0944.

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AGENDA

 
  2026 SAAOG Annual Meeting -
The Greenbrier - White Sulphur Springs, WV
January 24 – 26, 2026
 
Saturday, January 24
12:00 – 6:00 PM
Registration
 
OPENING SESSION
2:00 – 2:05 PM
President's Welcome
Paul D. Dietz, MD
2:05 – 2:15 PM
Session Introduction
2:15 – 2:40 PM
Trials and Tribulations of Training Residents & Meeting Workforce Demand
R. Phillips Heine, MD
2:40 – 3:05 PM
Preserving Vaginal Hysterectomy
Doug Miyazaki, MD
3:05 – 3:30 PM
Recruiting and Retaining Ob/Gyns
Kerri Sherer, MD
3:30 – 3:45 PM
Question & Answer
3:45 – 3:55 PM
Abstract: Home administration of a 2-hour oral glucose tolerance test can increase completion rate for postpartum diabetes testing among patients with gestational diabetes mellitus
Emi N. Ferderber Musaalo, BS
3:55 – 4:05 PM
Abstract: Opioid consumption after Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) Implementation in Gynecologic Oncology Patients
Juley M. Harper, BS
4:05 – 4:15 PM
Abstract: Remote Patient Management to Improve Outcomes, Reduce Healthcare Utilization, and Increase Practice Capacity: A Demonstration Project in Georgia
James Maher, MD
4:15 – 4:25 PM
Abstract:: History of the South Atlantic Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists: Biographical sketch of the First President
Wade A. Neiman, MD
4:25 – 4:45 PM
Question & Answer
Sunday, January 25
7:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Registration
8:00 - 8:10 AM
Session Introduction
 
SAAOG ENDOWMENT LECTURE
8:10 - 8:40 AM
Ectopic Pregnancy: What's Changed and Why It Matters
Kurt T. Barnhart, MD, MSCE
8:40 - 8:50 AM
Question & Answer
8:50 – 9:40 AM
Placenta Accreta Syndrome and Surgical Management (Factors and Diagnosis/Management and Prevention)
Erin H. Burnett, MD & Daniel Benrubi, MD, MPH
9:40 - 9:50 AM
Question & Answer
10:00 – 10:10 AM
Top Abstract: 39 Week Labor Induction versus Expectant Management and Cesarean Section Rates in Low-Risk Multiparous Women: A Multicenter Retrospective Cohort Study
Tanner Fincher, MD
10:10 – 10:20 AM
Top Case Report: Complete Uterine Septum: Surgical Resection Challenges in a Patient with Infertility
Grace Thayer, BS
10:20 - 10:30 AM
Question & Answer
 
SAAOG LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD LECTURESHIP
11:25 - 11:35 AM
Introduction
11:35 AM - 12:15 PM
Crossing Thresholds with Steadiness: A Physician's Leadership Path
Margi Bush
12:15 - 12:25 AM
Question & Answer
1:30 - 2:30 PM
Resident/Fellow Seminar
Lawrence Devoe, MD
Monday, January 26
8:00 AM - 3:50 PM
Registration
 
DR. ROBERT C. NUSS LECTURESHIP
9:00 – 9:40 AM
Update from ACOG: How Guidance/Policy is Developed and the Future of the Specialist in General Obstetrics and Gynecology
Christopher M. Zahn, MD
9:40 – 9:50 AM
Question & Answer
9:50 – 10:00 AM
Abstract: The Fetal Reserve Index: Reconceptualizing Electronic Fetal Monitoring—An Update
Lawrence Devoe, MD
10:00 – 10:10 AM
Abstract: History of Cesarean Delivery: The Transience of Intent
Jordan McKinney, MD
10:10 – 10:25 AM
Question & Answer
 
PRESIDENTIAL SYMPOSIUM
11:15 – 11:25 AM
Introduction
11:25 AM – 12:00 PM
Systemic Menopausal Hormone Therapy: an Evidence-based Strategy
Andrew M. Kaunitz, MD
12:00 – 12:35 PM
Understanding and Managing Vasomotor Symptoms
JoAnn V. Pinkerton, MD
12:35 – 12:45 PM
Question & Answer
12:50 - 12:55 PM
Past Presidents Processional
 
PRESIDENT’S ADDRESS
12:55 - 1:00 PM
Introduction
1:00 - 1:30 PM
AI in Gynecology: Current Use Cases and Future Potential
Paul D. Dietz, MD
2:35 - 2:45 PM
Abstract: A Sentinel Case of Maternal Atrial Fibrillation during Active Labor
Kaitlyn Vu, BS
2:45 - 2:55 PM
Abstract: Partial molar pregnancy with extreme elevation of quantitative β-hCG - A clinical and laboratory outlier
Zachary Franklin, BS
2:55 - 3:05 PM
Abstract: Hidden in the Scar: A Rare Case of Vulvar Endometriosis Mimicking Bartholin’s cyst at an Episiotomy Site
Swati Kumari, MD
3:05 - 3:20 PM
Question & Answer
3:20 PM - 3:40 PM
Business Meeting

VENUE

The Greenbrier

1012 Main Street West
White Sulphur Springs
WV 24986

SAAOG Meeting Venue

We look forward to seeing you at The Greenbrier for the SAAOG 2026 Annual Meeting. Secure your room before we sell out and prepare to be a part of an event that promises to advance our field and our practice in significant ways.

Book Your Room

SAAOG Contracted Rate for Participants: $249.00 + $29.00 resort fee per night.

Please note that the official reservation cutoff date has passed; however, The Greenbrier is still accepting reservations at the SAAOG discounted rate while rooms remain available. To take advantage of this rate, please call the hotel directly at 855-453-4858, as online booking is no longer available.

Our office is currently closed for the holidays and will reopen on January 5. If you need assistance with your reservation, you are welcome to email us at meetings@saaog.org, but please note that responses may be delayed until we return on January 5.

ACCREDITATION

This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and South Atlantic Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists designates this live activity for a maximum of 9 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™  Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

College Cognate Credit(s)

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists designates this live activity for a maximum of 9 Category 1 College Cognate Credits. The College has a reciprocity agreement with the AMA that allows AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ to be equivalent to College Cognate Credits.

EVENTS

Welcome Reception | Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 5:30-6:30pm
Complimentary for Attendees; Complimentary for Guests with a Guest Badge ($175/Guest)

Connect with your peers and explore the latest from our exhibitors and sponsors at the kickoff reception on Saturday evening in the exhibit hall. Engage with innovative companies while savoring gourmet bites and artisanal cocktails. (Please note that all Guests must have a purchased Guest badge)

People at SAAOG Meeting
People at SAAOG Meeting

 


A Night Out With SAAOG | Sunday, January 25, 2026 | 6:30-11:00pm
$165/Person

Join us for A Night Out with SAAOG, the signature social event of the Annual Meeting! Enjoy an evening of great company, fine dining, and dancing as colleagues and friends come together to celebrate another remarkable year. This black-tie optional evening blends sophistication with fun — a chance to unwind, connect, and make lasting memories in an unforgettable setting.

As you register, consider purchasing an additional ticket for a resident or fellow. Your generosity helps ensure that the next generation of OB/GYNs can share in this tradition, expanding their professional network and celebrating alongside mentors and peers.

People at SAAOG Meeting
People at SAAOG Meeting

 


President’s Luncheon in Honor of SAAOG President, Dr. Paul Dietz | Monday, January 26, 2026 | 1:30-2:30pm
Complimentary for Attendees; Complimentary for Guests with a Guest Badge ($175/Guest)

Experience an exclusive networking opportunity at the President’s Luncheon! This is your chance to engage with the appreciated President of SAAOG, Dr. Paul Dietz, and mingle with the influential leaders of SAAOG. The luncheon is not just a meal, but a gateway to the latest insights and developments within the organization and its board. It’s a social and informative event you can’t afford to miss. Secure your spot now – registration is essential for attendance!
(Please note if you plan to bring a Guest to the Luncheon, they must have a purchased Guest badge)


State Caucus Meetings | Saturday, January 24, 2026 | 4:50-5:20pm

An integral part of our SAAOG 2026 Annual Meeting is the dedicated caucus meetings, where members have the unique opportunity to connect with peers from their own states. These caucus sessions are specifically designed for attendees to discuss pivotal issues and developments relevant to their local communities. During these meetings, members will also have the chance to welcome and introduce new SAAOG members from their respective states, creating a supportive network for emerging professionals at the meeting.

SYMPOSIUM PROGRAMS

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EXHIBITORS APPLICATION PORTAL

INFO TO EXHIBIT/SPONSOR

Exhibit at the SAAOG 2026 Annual Meeting

January 24–26, 2026 • The Greenbrier • White Sulphur Springs, WV

 

Join leading women’s health organizations, device manufacturers, and innovators for three full days of exposure and engagement with OB/GYN physicians, fellows, and researchers at one of the most respected regional meetings in the field.

 

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DAYS OF 2026 SAAOG

12+

HOURS OF TOTAL OPEN

EXHIBIT HALL TIME

6+

HOURS OF UNOPPOSED

EXHIBIT HALL HOURS

 


Exhibit Details

 

Booth Price: $3,750

Bingo Card Add-On: $350 — Drive traffic straight to your booth! Limited spaces available.

Booth Includes

  • 10'x10' exhibit booth with table, chairs, and ID sign
  • Listing in conference materials, website, and in SAAOG meeting communications
  • 3 days of direct engagement during dedicated exhibit hours
  • Access to networking events with attendees and faculty
  • Opportunity to participate in attendee traffic programs

Exhibit Hours

  • Saturday, Jan 24: Welcome Reception 5–6 PM
  • Sunday, Jan 25: Break 8–9 AM, Lunch 12:05–1:05 PM
  • Monday, Jan 26: Breakfast 8–9 AM, Break 10:35–11:15 AM

See full details in the prospectus.

 


 

Top Educational Opportunities Remaining

Put your expertise in front of an engaged audience through these high-impact sessions:

 

Product Theater – $6,500

Only 2 Left!

Host a 1-hour, non-competing session with up to 40 attendees.

Includes A/V setup, meeting space, and promotion in SAAOG email and social communications, on the SAAOG website, and on SAAOG program materials.

Flash Forum – $4,000

Only 2 Left! – Download Form HERE

New for 2026! A 15-minute high-visibility presentation in the Exhibit Hall during morning breaks. Perfect for product demos, data highlights, or service showcases.

Includes A/V setup, space in the Flash Forum theater in the Exhibit Hall, and promotion in SAAOG email and social communications, on the SAAOG website, and on SAAOG program materials.


 

Key Branding Opportunities Remaining

Boost your visibility throughout the meeting with these sponsorships (limited availability):

 

Opportunity Description Investment
WiFi Customize network password and recognition $2,500
Puppy Cuddles Bring smiles and relaxation to attendees with a sponsored Puppy Cuddles station in the Exhibit Hall during at least two scheduled breaks. Includes branded signage, photo opportunities, and recognition of you as the sponsor. $4,000
Conference Notepads Branded pads for all attendees to use during and after the meeting $2,000
Water Stations Branded reusable cups and mats at water stations placed throughout the meeting space $2,500
Directional Floor Clings Lead attendees directly to your booth from the main meeting space $2,250

 

Why Exhibit with SAAOG?

 

  • Targeted exposure to over 250 OB/GYN professionals and decision-makers
  • Networking with high-level faculty and practicing clinicians
  • Integrated visibility through digital, onsite, and social channels
  • Opportunities to present educational content and grow brand authority

Ready to Get Started?

 

Reserve your space now – booths sell out quickly! 

Questions? Email exhibits@saaog.org

 

View/Download Prospectus

 

EXHIBIT HALL

Assured Imaging delivers turnkey in-office mammography programs that empower physician practices to offer convenient, high-quality 3D mammography without additional staffing, equipment investment, or operational lift. As part of Rezolut, we also own and operate a nationwide network of advanced outpatient imaging centers, giving us the clinical depth and infrastructure to support seamless, patient-centered breast imaging wherever care is delivered.
www.assuredimaging.com
 


With 75 million women in the US navigating menopause, Donna White, Founder of the BHRT Training Academy is leading the Bioidentical Hormone Revolution. Her mission is to train 100,000 medical providers in BHRT, equipping each to improve the lives of 1,000 women—that’s 100 million women spared from the debilitating effects of hormone imbalance. Together, we can restore vitality, alleviate suffering, and demonstrate that hormones are not only essential but also safe, effective, and protective.
www.bhrttrainingacademy.com 

CooperSurgical® a leading fertility and women’s healthcare company dedicated to putting time on the side of women, babies and families at the healthcare moments that matter most in life. CooperSurgical® has evolved its portfolio to include key products and services used primarily by obstetricians, gynecologists, and related surgical subspecialties.
www.coopersurgical.com
 


ECU Health is a mission-driven, 1,708-bed academic health care system serving more than 1.4 million people in 29 eastern North Carolina counties. The not-for-profit system is comprised of 13,000 team members, nine hospitals and a physician group that encompasses over 1,100 academic and community providers practicing in over 185 primary and specialty clinics located in more than 110 locations. The flagship ECU Health Medical Center, a Level I Trauma Center, and ECU Health Maynard Children’s Hospital serve as the primary teaching hospitals for the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University. ECU Health and the Brody School of Medicine share a combined academic mission to improve the health and well-being of eastern North Carolina through patient care, education and research. www.ecuhealth.org

ECU Health Physicians includes an academic practice model (ECU employment) and a community practice model (health system employment). There is shared leadership and shared services to support the overall group and to ensure alignment for clinical care, research, education and strategy.

This innovative structure creates opportunities within ECU Health Physicians ranging from acute to ambulatory, academic practice to community practice, regional to rural, and everything in between.
careers.ecuhealth.org/pages/providers-opportunities

 


A global leader in women’s health, Hologic enables people to lead healthier lives everywhere, every day. The Diagnostic Solutions division delivers on this commitment by developing and providing innovative cytology, molecular and perinatal testing. fFN and Actim PROM together provide rapid, reliable insights into preterm labor and membrane status, empowering L&D teams to make confident, evidence-based decisions. We’re dedicated to improving patient care through solutions that provide greater peace of mind for all women.
www.hologic.com
 

Mayne Pharma is focused on applying its track record of innovation and success to commercialize branded pharmaceuticals offering patients better and more accessible medicines. The company has an extensive Women's Health portfolio focused on contraceptives and menopause products.
www.maynepharma.com/
 

The ModMed OBGYN suite is a cloud-based, electronic health records (EHR) system designed to adapt to each doctor's style of practice, remembering preferences and automatically suggesting documentation and billing codes. Available on a tablet or the web, our EHR works seamlessly with our other products and services including Practice Management, revenue cycle management, ModMed Pay, patient collaboration tools and more.
www.modmed.com/obgyn/
 


Diagnostic confidence through every phase of a woman’s life.

Providing confident evaluation for women throughout their lives rests on identifying issues early to guide the patient journey, whether during pregnancy, in the course of their regular gynecological care, or when addressing fertility issues. Our ultrasound innovations are designed to assist clinicians in both efficient routine screening and care and in detecting abnormalities to support effective treatment.
www.usa.philips.com/healthcare/solutions/ultrasound/obstetrics-and-gynecology-ultrasound


Sera Prognostics® aims to be a global leader in high-value women’s health diagnostics, delivering pivotal information to physicians to improve the health of pregnant women and newborns, and to simultaneously improve health economics.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               The company’s PreTRM® Test is the only broadly clinically validated, commercially available blood-based biomarker test that predicts individualized risk of spontaneous preterm birth. 
www.sera.com


We deliver exceptional care during life’s pivotal moments. TeamHealth is a physician-founded and led facility-based practice committed to providing exceptional care during life’s pivotal moments to millions of patients each year. Our mission and values make us an unparalleled choice for clinicians and facilities who aspire to positively impact the quality of life for every patient and community.
www.teamhealth.com
 

"Unified Women’s Healthcare is committed to finding you a practice that allows you to thrive, visit with us to learn more about Unified and available physician career opportunities locally and nationally.

Unified is a nationwide community of providers, operations specialists and thought leaders who look for the greatest opportunities to impact every woman’s health, at every stage of their journeys. We are unparalleled in our scale and ability to adapt to address unmet and underserved needs.

Through 925+ care centers, 36 fertility clinics, nationwide telehealth capabilities and targeted case management, our 2,700+ independent, affiliated providers deliver comprehensive women’s health services and continuously work to implement methods and develop techniques or platforms that improve the healthcare experience.
www.unifiedwomenshealthcare.com/

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