This SMSNA session is supported by Coloplast
SMSNA Regional Interest Groups Breakfast (non-CME)
SMSNA RIGs: Growth to Impact - What We Have Learned and Where We Go Next
Saturday, October 10, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM
We are building a sustainable, collaborative network that drives innovation, mentorship, and real-world impact. By linking experienced leaders with emerging voices, fostering multidisciplinary engagement, and hosting an annual national symposium, SMSNA RIGs are redefining how we educate, research, and transform patient care across the U.S. and beyond.
7:00 – 7:10 AM
Kickoff & Welcome
Laith Alzwer, MD & Charles Welliver, MD
"RIGs: From Growth to Impact - What We Have Learned and Where We Go Next"
A look at the growth and highlights of the past year, followed by the next priorities for the RIG network: sustainability, mentorship, collaboration, multidisciplinary engagement, and meaningful impact.
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7:10 – 7:15 AM
Coloplast Speaker
"Innovation in Action: Supporting the Next Generation of Sexual Medicine"
Educational partnerships, simulation, visiting professors, and local engagement.
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7:15 – 7:45 AM
Dynamic RIG Talks
Mohit Khera, MD, MBA, MPH
"Impact of RIGS on the future of Sexual Medicine"
How the growing RIG infrastructure can create multicenter collaboration, research opportunities, and mentorship.
Raevti Bole, MD
"Keeping a RIG Going: Programming, Leadership & Succession Planning"
Practical lessons on maintaining momentum, successful programming, and leadership transition.
Ahmed Shoeib, MD
"Starting and Scaling a RIG: Lessons from the Ground Up"
Practical lessons for launching a RIG, building participation, and creating sustainable growth.
Tami Rowen, MD
"Beyond Urology: Building a Multidisciplinary Sexual Medicine Community"
Using the NorCal/UCSF experience to explore collaboration across specialties, disciplines, and trainee groups.
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7:45 – 7:55 AM
Audience Power Exchange
Panel Q&A; and Open Discussion
Moderators: Laith Alzweri, MD & Charles Welliver, MD
"The RIG Playbook: What Works, What Doesn't & What's Next?"
Audience-driven discussion on engagement, mentorship, succession, collaboration, multidisciplinary growth, and the future of the RIG network.
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7:55 – 8:00 AM
Mentorship & Networking Launch
Mentor-mentee introductions. Build your network. Share your vision. Spark collaboration.
