Obstetrics and Gynecology in Mexico City: A Collaborative Success

Jul 15, 2024

In another remarkable gathering, the Open Medical Institute, in partnership with Weill Cornell Medicine, hosted a seminar on Obstetrics and Gynecology in Mexico City from July 8-10, 2024. The event, led by our esteemed course director Dr. Stephen Chasen, marked a significant milestone in the continuous exchange of medical knowledge and expertise across borders.

The seminar brought together a stellar lineup of faculty from Weill Cornell, including:

Dr. Stephen Chasen: Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology, Vice-Chair for Education at the Weill Medical College, and Director of Obstetric Imaging and Prenatal Diagnosis at the New York Weill Cornell Medical Center.

Dr. Tirsit Asfaw: Associate Professor of Clinical Obstetrics and Gynecology in Urology, and Director of the Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery/Urogynecology at Weill Cornell Medicine.

Dr. Kari A. Whitley: Medical Director of the Antepartum Unit at Weill Cornell Medical College-New York Presbyterian Hospital.

Dr. Steffanie Wright: Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Weill Cornell Medicine. Dr. Wright’s sessions highlighted the latest research and practices in gynecological health.

The seminar also featured prominent contributions from Mexico, notably from Dr. Carlos Navarro Martínez, President of the Academic Committee and Board Member of Alianza Médica para la Salud (AMSA), Director of the In Vitro Fertilization Clinic of the ABC Medical Center in Mexico City and Attending Physician at the same hospital. Dr. Navarro Martínez’s expertise in reproductive medicine and IVF was a cornerstone of the seminar, and his partnership with the international faculty transformed the seminar into a comparative and valuable learning experience to the fellows.

Dr. Chasen summarized the seminar’s essence in his course statement:

“The Seminar in Obstetrics and Gynecology in Mexico City addressed important issues in Obstetrics and Gynecology. Faculty from Weill Cornell and Centro Medico ABC addressed conditions affecting women in all stages of their reproductive lives, including family planning, infertility, pregnancy, and menopause. Fellows were exposed to the latest, evidence-based diagnostic and management strategies for a broad range of conditions affecting women.”

The seminar covered a wide range of topics crucial to women’s health, offering fellows from across Mexico a comprehensive view of contemporary practices and the latest research findings. The sessions emphasized evidence-based approaches to diagnosing and managing conditions that impact women at various stages of their reproductive lives.

Reflecting on the seminar’s success, Dr. Chasen shared his personal enthusiasm:

“As a course director, I was very excited to plan and participate in this OMI seminar in Mexico City. Participating in OMI seminars in Salzburg has been enormously rewarding throughout my career. Sharing knowledge and exchanging our perspectives with a wider audience is fundamental to the core mission of the OMI. The fellows were active participants in the seminar, and I am very grateful for their enthusiastic feedback. I look forward to cultivating relationships with them, and to returning to Mexico City to teach and learn from more fellows in the future.”

The seminar underscored the importance of international collaboration in advancing medical education and patient care. The active participation and enthusiastic feedback from the fellows highlighted the event’s success and its impact on their professional development.

The Obstetrics and Gynecology seminar in Mexico City was not just an educational event but a testament to the power of global collaboration in medicine. It strengthened the bonds between institutions and professionals dedicated to improving women’s health worldwide.

The seminar highlighted the importance of sharing knowledge in Medicine. It was interesting to see Dr. Navarro’s interaction with the faculty from Cornell, and their lectures allowed us to compare practices in different countries. I am confident the seminar expanded my vision of medicine and will allow me to be a better practitioner.

Gonzalo Eugui, MD

OMI MEX fellow from Mexico City, Mexico

Attending this seminar has opened my eyes to new possibilities in Obstetrics and Gynecology. The lectures were fundamentally based on the most recent studies, which updated my knowledge in the field and will have a direct impact on my practice. Learning new protocols from the faculty and sharing them with my peers from all across the country was really interesting.

Andrea Dolores Arias Pimienta, MD

OMI MEX fellow from Guadalajara, Mexico

I particularly enjoyed Dr. Asfaw’s lectures on menopause, overactive bladder, and pelvic organ prolapse surgery. All the lectures were very comprehensive, allowing me to focus on topics I was more familiar with and enjoyed the most, such as Urology. The seminar was a unique opportunity to meet leading international faculty in the field, and I also met colleagues from Mexico who I hope to keep in touch with.

Carlos Zapata, MD

OMI MEX fellow from Mexico City, Mexico

As we look forward to future seminars, the shared knowledge and experiences from this event will undoubtedly contribute to better healthcare outcomes for women, reinforcing the mission of the Open Medical Institute and its partners. The promise of continued learning and collaboration holds great potential for future advancements in the field of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

A huge thank you to Weill Cornell, Dr. Navarro, and everyone involved in making progress in medical education beyond borders!