Endometriosis Symposium: Harnessing Opportunities for Change

At this event, you will hear from a multidisciplinary group of speakers on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis, and how to empower those with this debilitating condition. An endometriosis roundtable will also be part of the event program, providing opportunity to share insights with peers, along with an optional networking session in the afternoon. This symposium is designed for a broad range of health professionals including gynaecologists, nurses, general practitioners, allied health professionals, pain specialists, practice managers and research academics.

Speakers:

• Dr Angela Chia: Obstetrics Anaesthetist and Pain Specialist

• Kate Kenfield (Keynote): Author and endometriosis speaker

• Dr Amy Feng: Gynaecologist and Laparoscopic Surgeon

• Kate Fisher: Australian Coalition for Endometriosis • Dr Aneta Kotevski: Clinical and Health Psychologist

• Dr Mikhaila Lazanyi: Obstetrician and Gynaecologist • Dr Tarana Lucky: Gynaecologist and Robotic Surgeon

• Dr Samantha Mooney (MC): Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Laparoscopic Surgeon

• Prof Beverley Vollenhoven: Gynaecologist and Reproductive Endocrinologist

• Dr Avelyn Wong: Gynaecologist and Laparoscopic Surgeon

Learning outcomes:

• Describe the societal impact of endometriosis for young people, including its effects on education, employment, relationships, mental health, and economic participation.

• Demonstrate empathetic, trauma‑informed communication that validates patient experiences and supports emotional and psychosocial needs.

• Enhance patient and community health literacy by simplifying complex information, strengthening shared decision making, and closing gaps between healthcare professionals and diverse populations.

• Explain key concepts in endometriosis and pelvic pain management relevant to the perimenopause and help patients navigate available care pathways and services.

• Recognise endometriosis as a chronic, complex condition requiring long‑term, holistic, and person‑centred management.

• Identify biopsychosocial factors influencing the patient experience, including pain, mental health, social support, and quality of life.

• Identify the progress and persistent challenges in endometriosis and pelvic pain care over the past decades, relating to early intervention, patient support, long-term management and clinical standards.

• Explain key challenges in accessing care, such as diagnostic delay, stigma, fragmented services, and inequities across the health system.

• Discuss strategies to enhance continuity of care, multidisciplinary collaboration, and overall patient support within an endometriosis service or centre.

• Map the whole‑patient journey, from first symptoms through diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management, highlighting opportunities for improvement at each stage.