7th International Scientific Conference & Workshop
"Infertility 35+"
Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace · Telavi str. 20, Tbilisi · September 12–13, 2026
Scientific Program
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Shkhara – Ushba (Combined Hall)
08:30
10:00
10:00
Opening
Opening Ceremony · 08:30 – 09:00
Opening Lectures · 09:00 – 10:00
Chairpersons: Prof. A. Khomasuridze (GE), Prof. N. Museridze (GE), Prof. A. Genazzani (IT)
Shkhara
Mtirala – Shino
Ushba
Gombori
10:15
11:45
11:45
Plenary Session (1)
Management of Infertility in Couples Aged 35 Years and Older
Symposium (1)
Rheology and Hemorrhagic Shock in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Plenary Session (1)
Infertility Management and Challenges
11:45 – 12:15
Coffee Break
12:15
13:45
13:45
Plenary Session (2)
IVF in Challenging Patients — Clinical and Communication Strategies
Symposium (3)
Rheology and Hemorrhagic Shock in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Plenary Session (2)
IVF in Complex Patients — Clinical and Communication Strategies
Workshop Registration
Best Practices on Challenging Embryo Biopsy, Tubing and Ultra-Rapid Vitrification (URV) Protocol
12:30 – 13:00
14:00
15:30
15:30
Plenary Session (3)
Andrology and Male Fertility
Plenary Session (3)
Latest Advances in IVF
Plenary Session (3)
Andrology and Urology
Workshop
Theoretical Session
13:00 – 14:20
Practical Session
14:30 – 15:30
15:30 – 16:30
Lunch Break
16:30
18:00
18:00
Plenary Session (4)
Embryology — Error Prevention and Safety in IVF
Plenary Session (4)
Oncological Risks in Reproductive Medicine — Breast Cancer Session
Plenary Session (4)
Embryology — Error Prevention and Safety in IVF
18:00
19:00
19:00
Special Event
New Book Presentation
Special Event
Georgia International BHWGI Meeting
By Invitation Only
18:15 – 19:15
Special Event
General Assembly of the Georgian Association of Oncofertility
By Invitation Only
20:30
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Shkhara
Mtirala – Shino
Ushba
08:30
10:00
10:00
Plenary Session (5)
Oncofertility and Reproductive Health Across the Lifespan
Academy Focus (5)
The “Grey Zone” of Reproductive Medicine
Plenary Session (5)
Oncofertility and IVF — Risks, Timing Selection, and Clinical Outcomes
10:15
11:45
11:45
Plenary Session (6)
Obstetrics, Gynecology, and ART-Related Approaches
Plenary Session (6)
Reproductive Health — Research and Treatment Guidelines
Plenary Session (6)
Obstetrics, Gynecology, and ART-Related Approaches
11:45 – 12:15
Coffee Break
12:15
13:45
13:45
Plenary Session (7)
Genetics and IVF
Symposium (7)
Research and Treatment Guidelines
Plenary Session (7)
Genetics and IVF
14:00
15:30
15:30
Plenary Session (8)
Endocrine Disorders as Causes of Infertility
Symposium (8)
Male Infertility and Modern Approaches to Treatment
Plenary Session (8)
Endocrine Disorders as a Cause of Infertility
15:30 – 16:30
Lunch Break
16:30
17:00
17:00
Workshop
Workshop — Infertility 35+
17:00
17:30
17:30
Closing Program
Closing Ceremony · Closing Remarks · Commemorative Photo Session
Prof. A. Khomasuridze (GE), Prof. A. Genazzani (IT), Prof. N. Museridze (GE)
Plenary Session
Plenary (Ushba)
Symposium
Academy Focus
Breast Cancer Session
Workshop
Special Event
Main Topics
For Abstracts
Assisted Reproductive Technologies
- Challenges in Reproductive Medicine
- Optimizing Reproductive Health Care
- Fertility Preservation in the Context of Infertility
Gynecological Oncology
- Oncology and Reproductive Health
- Oncofertility and Surgery
- Menopause and Oncological Diseases in Ob/Gyn
- Genes and gynecological cancers
- Screenings for gynecological cancers
Gynecological Surgery
- Urinary incontinence
- Laparoscopy
- Endometriosis and reproduction
Embryology
- Error Prevention and Safety in IVF
- IVF Laboratory and Novel Genetic Screening Methods
- Oocyte Cryopreservation as a Life Strategy: Clinical Outcomes and Patient Emotions
IVF; Genetic
- Rewriting Inheritance: The Future of Genetics in Human Reproduction from Polygenic Embryo Screening to AI
Gynecology
- Uterine myomas, medical and surgical management
- Puberty and adolescent gynecology
Urology and Andrology
- Andrology and Male Fertility
- Staged Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction: A Urologist’s Perspective
Obstetrics
- Gestational hypertension, pre-eclampsia and eclampsia
- Infectious diseases and pregnancy
- Recurrent abortion
Menopause and Ageing
- Non-hormonal treatments for climacteric women
- Steroid hormones and ageing
Diagnosis
- Long lasting contraception
- Ultrasound in gynecology and obstetrics
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7th International Scientific Conference & Workshop
"Infertility 35+"
Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace · Telavi str. 20, Tbilisi · September 12–13, 2026
Detailed Scientific Program
Saturday, September 12, 2026
08:00 – 08:30
Registration
08:30 – 10:00 · Opening
Opening Ceremony08:30 – 09:00
Opening Ceremony
Chairpersons: Prof. A. Khomasuridze (Georgia); Prof. N. Museridze (Georgia); Prof. A. Genazzani (Italy); Dr. Marcos Horton (Argentina); Prof. Atilla Soran (USA); Prof. Madona Jugheli (Georgia); Prof. emer. Martin Birkhaeuser (Switzerland)
Shkhara – Ushba (Combined Hall)
Opening Lectures09:00 – 10:00
Opening Lectures
Chairpersons: Prof. A. Khomasuridze (Georgia); Prof. N. Museridze (Georgia); Prof. A. Genazzani (Italy)
Shkhara – Ushba (Combined Hall)
09:00–09:20
Prof. A. Khomasuridze GE
Importance of ART in Modern Medicine
09:20–09:40
Prof. Zaza Bokhua GE
Postgraduate Education and Continuing Professional Development in Reproductive Medicine
09:40–10:00
Prof. Tengiz Asatiani GE
Healthy Aging – FIGO Approach
10:15 – 11:45
Plenary Session (1)10:15 – 11:45
Management of Infertility in Couples Aged 35 Years and Older
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Archil Khomasuridze (Georgia)
Shkhara
10:15–10:35
Prof. Andrea Genazzani IT
Fertility Management in Advanced Reproductive Age
10:35–10:55
Prof. Frank Chervenak US
Cesarean Delivery on Maternal Request
10:55–11:15
Prof. Vyacheslav Lokshin KZ
Assisted Reproductive Technologies: Challenges of the 21st Century
11:15–11:35
Prof. Raoul Orvieto IL
Fresh or Freeze-All? When and for Which Patients? Reproductive Characteristics in Women Over 35 (Online)
11:35–11:45
Prof. emer. Martin Birkhaeuser CH
Contraception in Women 35+
Symposium (1)10:15 – 11:45
Rheology and Hemorrhagic Shock in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Maka Mantskava (Georgia)
Mtirala – Shino
10:15–10:35
Prof. Jean-Frédéric Brun FR
Blood Hemorheology and Its Significance in the Development and Management of Pathophysiological Processes
10:35–10:55
Prof. Maka Mantskava GE
Hemorrhagic Shock: Risks, Modern Management Approaches, and New Diagnostic Opportunities
10:55–11:15
Prof. Maia Gotsadze GE
New Perspectives in the Management of Hemorrhagic and Cardiogenic Shock in Pregnant Women
11:15–11:35
Giorgi Kuchava GE
Application of Machine Learning Principles in the Management of Hemorrhagic Shock
11:35–11:45
Discussion
Plenary Session (1)10:15 – 11:45
Infertility Management and Challenges
Chairpersons: Prof. Ramaz Kurashvili (Georgia), Prof. Madona Jugheli (Georgia), Prof. Giorgi Tevdorashvili (Georgia)
Ushba
10:15–10:35
Prof. Nino Guy Casuto IL
Sperm Epigenetic Biomarkers and Their Role in the Management of Recurrent Implantation Failure and Male Infertility (Online)
10:35–10:55
Dr. Marcos Horton AR
A New Paradigm in Ovarian Stimulation
10:55–11:15
Prof. Madona Jugheli GE
A Woman at the Right Time: Menopausal Hormone Therapy Beyond the “Black Box”
11:15–11:35
Dr. Kaustubh D. Kulkarni IN
Rejuvenation of the Ovary Using Modern Technology
11:35–11:45
Discussion
11:45 – 12:15
☕Coffee Break
☕Coffee Break
12:15 – 13:45
Plenary Session (2)12:15 – 13:45
IVF in Challenging Patients: Clinical and Communication Strategies
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Archil Khomasuridze (Georgia), Prof. Jenaro Kristeashvili (Georgia)
Shkhara
12:15–12:35
Prof. Howard Carp IL
“ART for Recurrent Pregnancy Loss? Yes, but.”
12:35–12:55
Prof. Tevfik Yoldemir TR
Is Adenomyosis a Cause of Infertility?
12:55–13:15
Prof. Marina Gvakharia US
Additional Services (Add-ons) in ART Clinics
13:15–13:35
Prof. Jenaro Kristeashvili GE
Fertility in Individuals with Differences of Sex Development
13:35–13:45
Discussion
Symposium (3)12:15 – 13:45
Rheology and Hemorrhagic Shock in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Maka Mantskava (Georgia)
Mtirala – Shino
12:15–12:35
Giorgi Gogitidze GE
The Role of Internal Iliac Artery Ligation in the Management of Postpartum Hemorrhage
12:35–12:55
Nana Momtselidze GE
Rheological Status and Risks of Hemorrhagic Shock During Physiological Pregnancy
12:55–13:15
Eka Arziani GE
Assessment of the Rheological Status of a Pregnant Woman with Heart Failure: A Clinical Case
13:15–13:35
Ina Sherozia GE
Management of Pregnancy Complicated by Ruptured Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
13:35–13:45
Discussion
Plenary Session (2)12:15 – 13:45
IVF in Complex Patients: Clinical and Communication Strategies
Chairpersons: Prof. Ramaz Kurashvili (Georgia), Prof. Madona Jugheli (Georgia), Prof. Giorgi Tevdorashvili (Georgia)
Ushba
12:15–12:35
Prof. Maka Gegechkori GE
Fertility Planning and Management: Gestational, Obstetric, and Perinatal Complications in Oncology Patients
12:35–12:55
Meryem Eken TR
Regenerative and Adjuvant Therapies in In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
12:55–13:10
Tamara Nadirashvili GE
PGT-A: Advantages and Challenges
13:10–13:25
Prof. Oliko Murghulia GE
Chronic Endometritis: Histomorphological Features and Correlation of Immunohistochemical Plasma Cell Markers in Endometrial Curettage Specimens
13:25–13:45
Prof. Giorgi Tevdorashvili GE
PCOS/PMOS: Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome — From Neuroendocrine Foundations to Personalized Treatment
Workshop Registration12:30 – 13:00
Best Practices on Challenging Embryo Biopsy, Tubing and Ultra-Rapid Vitrification (URV) Protocol
Gombori
14:00 – 15:30
Plenary Session (3)14:00 – 15:30
Andrology and Male Fertility
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Archil Khomasuridze (Georgia), Prof. Archil Chkhotua (Georgia)
Shkhara
14:00–14:20
Prof. Archil Chkhotua GE
Sexually Transmitted Infections in Men and Women: One Patient, Five Guidelines, and Numerous Questions
14:20–14:40
Prof. Temur Gagnidze GE
The Male Factor in Infertility and Pregnancy Loss
14:40–15:00
Sandro Bochorishvili GE
Modern Methods for the Treatment of Erectile Dysfunction
15:00–15:20
Prof. Zurab Mkhidze GE
Urological Problems Associated with Psychological Factors
15:20–15:30
Discussion
Plenary Session (3)14:00 – 15:30
Latest Advances in IVF
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Tamar Maghularia (Georgia)
Mtirala – Shino
14:00–14:20
Nana Janelidze-Kurashvili GE
Beyond Uterine Agenesis: Optimizing IVF Care for Women with MRKH (Mayer–Rokitansky–Küster–Hauser) Syndrome
14:20–14:40
Gunay Sultanova AZ
Optimization of Diagnostic Evaluation and Treatment Strategies for Immunological Factors in Patients with Recurrent IVF Failure
14:40–15:00
Sara Ibrahimi GE
Application of Adipose-Derived Stem Cells for Ovarian and Endometrial Regeneration in Infertile Patients: A Single-Center Clinical Experience
15:00–15:20
Ekaterine Labadze GE
Fertility and Experimental Rheological Studies
15:20–15:30
Discussion
Plenary Session (3)14:00 – 15:30
Andrology and Urology
Chairpersons: Prof. Ramaz Kurashvili (Georgia), Prof. Madona Jugheli (Georgia)
Ushba
14:00–14:20
Levan Kobaladze GE
Sexual Aspects of Infertility
14:20–14:40
Sofia Gogelashvili GE
When Communication Becomes Part of Treatment: The Impact of Doctor–Patient Relationship on Reproductive Medicine
14:40–15:00
Aigul Kazibayeva KZ
Male Factor Infertility in the Era of Personalized Medicine: The Reproductive Specialist’s Perspective
15:00–15:20
Tsismari Gatenadze GE
Surgical Treatment of Urinary Incontinence in Women: Choice of Procedure and Optimal Timing of Intervention in Couples
15:20–15:30
Discussion
Workshop13:00 – 15:30
Best Practices on Challenging Embryo Biopsy, Tubing and URV Protocol
Gombori
13:00–14:20
Theoretical Session
14:30–15:30
Practical Session
15:30 – 16:30
🍽️Lunch Break
🍽️Lunch Break
16:30 – 18:00
Plenary Session (4)16:30 – 18:00
Embryology: Error Prevention and Safety in IVF
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Archil Khomasuridze (Georgia)
Shkhara
16:30–16:50
Dr. Romualdo Sciorio IT
Embryo Culture to the Blastocyst Stage and the Use of Artificial Intelligence to Facilitate Single Embryo Transfer in ART Cycles
16:50–17:10
Nino Kutchukhidze GE
PGT-A as a Strategy to Improve Live Birth Rates Across Maternal Age Groups: A Retrospective Cohort Study
17:10–17:25
Nia Kavtaradze GE
Application of Artificial Intelligence in Embryo Selection: Opportunities, Limitations, and Clinical Reality
17:25–17:40
Tamar Dvali GE
Effectiveness of Rapid Warming Protocols for Vitrified Blastocysts
17:40–18:00
Juergen Liebermann US
Fast & Furious: Exploring the Orbit of Fast Vitrification and Warming in Human IVF (Online)
Plenary Session (4)16:30 – 18:10
Oncological Risks in Reproductive Medicine: Breast Cancer Session
Chairpersons: Prof. Atilla Soran (USA), Prof. Irakli Kokhreidze (Georgia)
Mtirala – Shino
16:30–16:50
Atilla Soran US
Breast Surgery During Pregnancy
16:50–17:05
Meltem Nalcı Adır CY
Radiotherapy During Pregnancy and the Postpartum Period
17:05–17:20
Irakli Kokhreidze GE
Controversial Issues in Breast Cancer Surgery in Georgia
17:20–17:35
Didem Trabulus TR
IVF and Breast Cancer: Is There Really a Risk?
17:35–17:55
Turkkan Evrensel TR
Hormone Therapy During and After Pregnancy in Women with Breast Cancer
17:55–18:10
Mehmet Ali Nazlı TR
Pregnancy-Associated Breast Cancer: When and How Should Imaging Be Performed?
Plenary Session (4)16:30 – 18:00
Embryology: Error Prevention and Safety in IVF
Chairpersons: Prof. Ramaz Kurashvili (Georgia), Prof. Madona Jugheli (Georgia)
Ushba
16:30–16:50
Lala Suleymanova AZ
Benefits of Artificial Intelligence for Embryologists
16:50–17:10
Prof. Marina Gvakharia US
Add-ons in ART Laboratories: Evidence-Based Evaluation of Additional Methods
17:10–17:30
David Montgomery UK
The Role of Electronic Witnessing Systems in Modern IVF Laboratories: Advanced Approaches to Patient Safety, Sample Identification, Traceability, and Quality Assurance
17:30–17:45
Tinatin Turkiashvili GE
Risk Factors Associated with Preimplantation Embryo Aneuploidy: A Multivariable Cohort Study
17:45–18:00
Discussion
18:00 – 20:00 · Special Events
Special Event18:00 – 19:00
New Book Presentation
Shkhara
Special Event18:00 – 19:00
General Assembly of the Georgian Association of Oncofertility
Ushba
—
By invitation only
Special Event18:10 – 20:00
Georgia International BHWGI Meeting (By Invitation Only)
Chairpersons: Prof. Atilla Soran (USA) · Moderators: Aykut Soyder (Türkiye), Evrim Tezcanlı (Türkiye)
Mtirala – Shino
18:10–18:25
Ahmet Dag TR
Should Risk-Reducing Bilateral Mastectomy Be Recommended for Women Under 40 with a Pathogenic Genetic Mutation? Timing and Considerations
18:25–18:40
Evrim Duman TR
The Role of Radiotherapy in Occult Breast Cancer
18:40–18:55
Ozan Kucuk TR
Case Presentation — Treatment Approach in a Young Patient with Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC)
18:55–19:10
Suzan Yalcin TR
Case Presentation — Management of Breast Cancer During Pregnancy
19:10–19:45
Case Presentation Discussants (7 minutes each): Ozgur Aytac, Ayfer Kamali Polat, M. Ali Nazli, Meltem Nalça Andrieu, Berk Goktepe, Enver Ozkurt, Alper Coskun, Osman Toktas, Didem Trabulus (Türkiye)
19:45–20:00
Discussion
Gala Dinner
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
20:30 · Attendance by prior registration only
Sunday, September 13, 2026
08:00 – 08:30
Registration
08:30 – 10:00
Plenary Session (5)08:30 – 10:00
Oncofertility and Reproductive Health Across the Lifespan
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Archil Khomasuridze (Georgia), Prof. Andrea Genazzani (Italy)
Shkhara
08:30–08:50
Prof. Andrea Genazzani IT
Adrenopause Therapy: The Importance of Progressive DHEA Decline and Its Restoration in Anti-Aging Strategies
08:50–09:10
Prof. Howard Carp IL
The Role of Progestogens in Recurrent Pregnancy Loss
09:10–09:30
Zaza Tsitsishvili GE
Early-Stage Endometrial Cancer and Reproductive Perspectives
09:30–09:50
Prof. Tevfik Yoldemir TR
Oncofertility Counseling and Fertility Preservation
09:50–10:00
Nino Museridze GE
Impact of Female Genital HPV Infection on Embryo Development, Blastulation Rate, Blastocyst Quality and IVF/ICSI Outcomes: A Prospective Cohort Study
Academy Focus (5)08:30 – 10:00
The “Grey Zone” of Reproductive Medicine
Chairpersons: Prof. Eduard Ambartsumian (Armenia), Prof. Tengiz Asatiani (Georgia), Prof. Tamar Maghularia (Georgia)
Mtirala – Shino
08:30–09:20
Prof. Eduard Ambartsumian AM
Oocyte Retrieval: Challenges and Strategies for Overcoming Them
09:20–09:40
Iva Kutivadze GE
The Role of Immunological Factors in the Management of Recurrent Implantation Failure (RIF) in IVF Practice
09:40–10:00
Ana Aivazova GE
Endometrial Microbiome and Recurrent Implantation Failure After PGT-A Euploid Embryo Transfer: What Are We Missing?
Plenary Session (5)08:30 – 10:00
Oncofertility and IVF: Risks, Timing Selection, and Clinical Outcomes
Chairpersons: Prof. Ramaz Kurashvili (Georgia), Prof. Madona Jugheli (Georgia)
Ushba
08:30–08:50
Prof. Gian Maria Busetto IT
Multifunctional Automated Sperm Analysis System (SDF and DSB): New Opportunities in Varicocele Management
08:50–09:10
Prof. Elene Asanidze GE
Fertility Preservation in Girls and Adolescents with Oncological Diseases: Cryopreservation of Oocytes and Ovarian Tissue
09:10–09:30
Mamuka Nemsadze GE
Spontaneous Ovarian Hyperstimulation Syndrome: Pathophysiological Mechanisms and Clinical Management
09:30–09:50
Sandro Bochorishvili GE
Innovative Treatment Method for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Radiofrequency Ablation of the Prostate
09:50–10:00
Discussion
10:15 – 11:45
Plenary Session (6)10:15 – 11:45
Obstetrics, Gynecology, and ART-Related Approaches
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Archil Khomasuridze (Georgia), Prof. Andrea Genazzani (Italy), Prof. Jenaro Kristeashvili (Georgia)
Shkhara
10:15–10:35
Lior Lowenstein IL
Recent Advances in Gynecological Surgery
10:35–10:55
Prof. Mamuka Nemsadze GE
Perinatal Screening and Management of Fetal Growth Restriction
10:55–11:15
Prof. Revaz Sulukhia GE
The Paradigm of Preterm Birth
11:15–11:30
Lali Melia GE
Thrombotic Complications in Preeclampsia
11:30–11:45
Tamar Antelava GE
Anticoagulants During Pregnancy: A Patient-Centered Care
Plenary Session (6)10:15 – 11:45
Reproductive Health: Research and Treatment Guidelines
Chairpersons: Prof. Tengiz Asatiani (Georgia), Prof. Tamar Maghularia (Georgia), Natia Shavdia (Georgia)
Mtirala – Shino
10:15–10:30
Teona Nutsubidze GE
Woman and the Revolution in Metabolic Management: The Role of Modern Anti-Obesity Medications Across Different Stages of Life
10:30–10:45
Nino Bakuradze GE
Laboratory Management of Oncofertility in Female Oncology Patients: Assessment of Ovarian Reserve, Infectious Screening, and Safety of Cryopreservation
10:45–11:00
Zeynab Huseynova AZ
Adenomyosis and Reproductive Dysfunction: Current Approaches
11:00–11:15
Natalia Rusakova GE
The Effect of Immunological Therapy in Reproductive Medicine
11:15–11:35
Emin Haghverdiyev AZ
Evidence-Based Evaluation of IVF Add-Ons: Are We Improving Outcomes or Expanding Hope?
11:35–11:45
Discussion
Plenary Session (6)10:15 – 11:45
Obstetrics, Gynecology, and ART-Related Approaches
Chairpersons: Prof. Ramaz Kurashvili (Georgia), Prof. Madona Jugheli (Georgia), Dr. Namig Javanshir Oghlu Khalilov (Azerbaijan), Dr. Mehriban Javanshir Amirova (Azerbaijan)
Ushba
10:15–10:35
Nikoloz Sarauli GE
Innovative Fertility-Preserving Surgery: The Role of Robotic Surgery in Women Over 35 Years of Age
10:35–10:55
Prof. Maka Buleishvili GE
Pregnancy and Internal Medicine: Contemporary Challenges, Evidence-Based Management, and Multidisciplinary Collaboration
10:55–11:15
Bidzina Kulumbegov GE
The Role of Immune Dysregulation in the Development of Infertility in Women Over 35 Years of Age
11:15–11:30
Nani Tatishvili GE
Alterations in Progesterone Signaling in Adenomyosis: Genetic Mutations and Endometrial Receptivity
11:30–11:45
Maka Jorbenadze GE
Management of Differences of Sex Development (DSD) in Children and Adolescents
11:45 – 12:15
☕Coffee Break
☕Coffee Break
12:15 – 13:45
Plenary Session (7)12:15 – 13:45
Genetics and IVF
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Archil Khomasuridze (Georgia), Prof. Jenaro Kristeashvili (Georgia)
Shkhara
12:15–12:35
Maka Chipashvili GE
The Journey from Embryo to Fetus: Managing Patient Expectations and Diagnostic Challenges
12:35–12:55
Dr. Nick Murphy TR
Beyond Traditional PGT: Integrating Polygenic Risk Analysis into PGT-A and PGT-M
12:55–13:15
Mariam Tvauri GE
Physician-Selected Timing of Frozen Blastocyst Transfer and Clinical Pregnancy Outcomes: A Retrospective Cohort Study
13:15–13:35
Dr. Nazli Akin TR
SNP-Enhanced PGT-A: Improving Safety and Traceability in Complex IVF Workflows
13:35–13:45
Discussion
Symposium (7)12:15 – 14:00
Research and Treatment Guidelines
Chairpersons: Zaza Lazarishvili (Georgia), Prof. Tengiz Asatiani (Georgia), Prof. Tamar Maghularia (Georgia)
Mtirala – Shino
12:15–13:15
Sub-session — Chronic Pelvic Pain of Venous Origin: Current Advances and Remaining Unmet Needs
12:15–12:30
Sergio Gianesini IT
PeVD: Why Multi-Specialty Matters So Much
12:30–12:45
Luca Gianaroli IT
Differential Diagnosis of PeVD and Possible Impact on Fertility
12:45–13:00
Zaza Lazarishvili GE
Appropriateness in PeVD Indication to Treatment and Technical Notes
13:00–13:15
Discussion
13:15–13:30
Tamara Guliyeva AZ
Modern Approaches to the Surgical Treatment of Breast Cancer
13:30–13:45
Tamta Motsonelidze GE
Abnormal Placental Attachment: The Importance of Prenatal Diagnosis
13:45–14:00
Lali Gogia GE
Radiological Investigations as a Tool for Infertility Prevention
Plenary Session (7)12:15 – 13:45
Genetics and IVF
Chairpersons: Prof. Ramaz Kurashvili (Georgia), Prof. Andrea Genazzani (Italy), Prof. Madona Jugheli (Georgia)
Ushba
12:15–12:35
Prof. Evrim Ünsal TR
Genome-Wide PGT-M in Real Clinical Practice
12:35–12:55
Prof. Volkan Baltacı TR
Biotechnological Solutions for Error Prevention and Enhanced Safety in IVF and PGT
12:55–13:15
Tea Charkviani GE
Beyond Maternal Age: The Role of PGT-A in Optimizing Embryo Cryopreservation Outcomes
13:15–13:35
Monika Mosia GE
Carrier Screening: Assessing Genetic Risks and Planning for a Healthy Future
13:35–13:45
Discussion
14:00 – 15:30
Plenary Session (8)14:00 – 15:30
Endocrine Disorders as Causes of Infertility
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Archil Khomasuridze (Georgia)
Shkhara
14:00–14:20
Shota Janjgava GE
The Role of Nutrients During the Preconception Period
14:20–14:40
Nia Metonidze GE
The Impact of Preconception Treatment with GLP-1 Receptor Agonists on ART Outcomes in Women with Obesity
14:40–15:00
Mariam Nikolosashvili GE
Hyperprolactinemia and Reproduction After the Age of 35: An Endocrinological Perspective
15:00–15:30
Discussion
Symposium (8)14:00 – 15:30
Male Infertility and Modern Approaches to Treatment
Chairpersons: Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia), Prof. Maka Mantskava (Georgia), Prof. Vakhtang Kipiani (Georgia), Prof. Darejan Lomidze (Georgia), Prof. Tamila Bagashvili (Georgia)
Mtirala – Shino
14:00–14:20
Tamar Rekhviashvili GE
The Endovascular Disc Mechanism of Venous Erectile Dysfunction
14:20–14:40
Tamaz Apkhadze & Tornike Giorgivili GE
Implantation of Long-Term Hemodialysis Catheters: An Interdisciplinary Perspective on the Management of Men of Reproductive Age
14:40–15:00
Zurab Dolaberidze GE
Radiotherapy-Associated Complications in Patients with Prostate Malignancies
15:00–15:20
Guram Kurashvili GE
Optimizing Male Fertility: The Role of Lifestyle and Evidence-Based Approaches
15:20–15:30
Discussion
Plenary Session (8)14:00 – 15:30
Endocrine Disorders as a Cause of Infertility
Chairpersons: Prof. Ramaz Kurashvili (Georgia), Prof. Madona Jugheli (Georgia), Prof. Andrea Genazzani (Italy)
Ushba
14:00–14:20
Lasha Uchava GE
Infertility Associated with Metabolic Disorders
14:20–14:40
Nino Lomtadze GE
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome in Women Over 35 Years of Age: Metabolic Challenges
14:40–15:00
Ramaz Kurashvili GE
“What’s in a Name?” — New Horizons of Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome: Why PMOS and Not PCOS
15:00–15:30
Discussion
15:30 – 16:30
🍽️Lunch Break
🍽️Lunch Break
16:30 – 17:30 · Closing
Workshop16:30 – 17:00
Infertility 35+
Shkhara
Closing Program17:00 – 17:30
Closing Ceremony
Chairpersons: Closing Remarks: Prof. Archil Khomasuridze (Georgia), Prof. Andrea Genazzani (Italy), Prof. Nino Museridze (Georgia)
Shkhara
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Commemorative Photo Session
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