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Our University Hosted the Menopause and Reproductive Endocrinology Congress
Istanbul Nisantasi University hosted the 1st Istanbul Congress of Menopause and Reproductive Endocrinology on October 24-25, 2026. The congress brought together 1,128 physicians from across Türkiye and addressed a wide range of current scientific topics, including women's health, menopause treatments, reproductive endocrinology, and healthy aging.
Held at our Maslak Campus with the participation of the Menopause and Reproductive Endocrinology Association (MENUDER) and the Pelvic Floor and Cosmetic Gynecology Association, the event gathered distinguished academics, physicians, and healthcare sector representatives.
The opening ceremony featured our Vice Rector Prof. Dr. Ece Salihoglu, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine Prof. Dr. Emrah Ipek, Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Prof. Dr. Ozan Dogan, Symposium Chair Assoc. Prof. Dr. Pinar Kadirogullari, and President of the Pelvic Floor and Cosmetic Gynecology Association Assoc. Prof. Dr. Murat Yassa.
During the two-day congress, current scientific evidence was presented on endocrinological changes throughout the female life cycle, polycystic ovary syndrome, premature menopause, menopausal hormone therapies, cardiometabolic risks, and osteoporosis.
The first day focused on endocrinological milestones in women’s lives and the evaluation of menopausal patients, followed by discussions on current approaches to hormone therapy. Expert panels addressed cardiometabolic risk management in menopause treatment, individualized hormone therapy planning, and clinical evaluations related to breast cancer risk.
The congress also featured a special talk titled “From Menopause to Longevity: A New Era of Being a Woman”, with actress Açelya Akkoyun as a guest speaker. Topics included women’s health and healthy aging.
The second day highlighted reproductive health from adolescence to menopause, fertility preservation, healthy aging during menopause, and quality of life.
The session titled “From Menopause to Longevity: Healthy Aging in the Second Half of Women’s Lives” explored weight management, brain health, neuropsychology, sexual health, sleep, and emotional well-being through a holistic approach.
Additional sessions covered genitourinary health during menopause, hormonal and non-hormonal treatment options, assessment of ovarian reserve, oocyte freezing, and current developments in assisted reproductive technologies.
The panel “From Oncology to Menopause” discussed clinical approaches to menopause management following gynecological and breast cancers.
Prof. Dr. Ozan Dogan, Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Istanbul Nisantasi University, actively contributed to the scientific program of the congress.
He served as session chair for satellite presentations focusing on female sexual dysfunction and current laboratory testing approaches.
The congress provided a valuable platform for scientists from various specialties to share current research findings and clinical experiences.
According to the congress report, the event featured 155 scientific faculty members, 1,128 participating physicians, 23 scientific sessions, 6 panels, and 3 satellite symposia.
Among the scientific faculty were 69 professors, 40 associate professors, and 44 specialist physicians, while the majority of participants were practicing medical specialists.
In addition to 648 physicians from Istanbul, healthcare professionals from Konya, Kocaeli, Ankara, Tekirdag, Bursa, and many other provinces across Türkiye attended the congress.
The event received support from 41 sponsoring companies and hosted 22 exhibition stands. The 5th Video Festival, organized concurrently with the congress, complemented the scientific program by showcasing clinical practices and professional experiences through visual presentations.
Istanbul Nisantasi University continues to support academic knowledge exchange, professional development, and collaboration between universities and the healthcare sector by hosting national scientific events in the field of health sciences.
With its extensive participation and comprehensive scientific program, the 1st Istanbul Congress of Menopause and Reproductive Endocrinology contributed to the dissemination of current scientific developments in women’s health and encouraged interaction among healthcare professionals from diverse specialties.
The congress provided an important platform for scientific exchange in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being, SDG 5 – Gender Equality, and SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals.
By addressing contemporary approaches to women’s health, reproductive health, healthy aging, and quality of life, the congress contributed to the professional development of healthcare providers, increased awareness of women’s health issues, and promoted interdisciplinary knowledge sharing.
Bringing together universities, scientific associations, and healthcare sector representatives, the event highlighted the importance of academic collaborations in supporting sustainable healthcare policies.