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Burnsville, MN January 2, 2026
The International Pelvic Pain Society (IPPS) is pleased to announce the appointment of Jorge Carrillo, MD, FACOG, MHPE as Chairperson of the Board, effective January 1, 2026.
The Society extends its deepest gratitude to Georgine Lamvu, MD, FACOG, who is stepping down after eight years of exemplary service as Chair. During her tenure, Dr. Lamvu provided visionary leadership that strengthened IPPS’s global reach and impact, guiding the organization through significant international collaborations, research milestones, and advocacy initiatives. Her contributions include the recent collaboration with the International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) and the development of the FIGO–IPPS “R U MOVVING SOMe” classification system for female chronic pelvic pain. Dr. Lamvu’s dedication has left a lasting legacy for IPPS and the international multidisciplinary community it serves.
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Developing the FIGO-IPPS “R U MOVVING SOMe” classification system for female chronic pelvic pain
Authors: Lamvu G, Villegas-Echeverri J, Allaire C, As-Sanie S, Carrillo J, Khalil S, Horne A, Wang A, Munro M. Int J Gynecol Obstet. 2025;00:1-16.
DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.70522
Summary by: Morgan Briggs MD, Mayo Clinic, Rochester
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