Society of Gynecologic Surgeons

What Society of Gynecologic Surgeons does

The Society of Gynecologic Surgeons (SGS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit professional medical society founded in 1974 (restructured under its current name in 1982) and headquartered at 14305 Southcross Drive, Suite 100, Burnsville, Minnesota. SGS serves a curated community of more than 400 board-certified gynecologic surgeons drawn from both private practice and academic faculty, supported by 200+ committee and research volunteers. Its mission is the acquisition and dissemination of knowledge in gynecologic surgery, the advancement of understanding of female pelvic anatomy, physiology, and pathology, and the continuous improvement of surgical technique through education and research.

SGS operates an integrated education and research platform. The core technology stack comprises the SGS Video Library, a peer-reviewed collection of surgical videos emphasizing pelvic anatomy and operative technique; the Pelvic Anatomy Group (PAG) Digital Library, which standardizes terminology and hosts anatomic imagery; and three research engines — the Systematic Review Group (SRG, est. 2007), the Fellows Pelvic Research Network (FPRN®, est. 2007), and the Collaborative Research in Pelvic Surgery Consortium (CoRPS, permanent home 2020) — that together have produced 100+ peer-reviewed publications. Educational programming includes the Annual Scientific Meeting, the virtual Winter Postgraduate Course (4.5 CME credits), and the Scalpel Sessions podcast. Distribution is member-mediated: physicians apply via proposal-endorsement by existing Active members, with credentialing paths for U.S. (ABOG/AOBOG) and international physicians.

SGS's revenue model is diversified across annual membership dues tiered by career stage (Active $325, Associate Post-Training $100, Associate $50, Life $0), event registration for the Annual Meeting and Winter Postgraduate Course, corporate sponsorship from Coloplast, Cooper Surgical, and Karl Storz, and restricted charitable donations supporting named endowments, awards, lectures, and research funds. Total revenue is not publicly disclosed. Strategic priorities evident in the data include deepening cross-society collaboration (2025 joint application with the American College of Surgeons; AUGS-SGS and FMIGS-SGS FPRN subgroups), expanding advocacy (amicus briefs in AAP v. Kennedy and Louisiana v. FDA), and broad

Name

Society of Gynecologic Surgeons

Legal name

Society of Gynecologic Surgeons

Website

https://sgsonline.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1974

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

The Society of Gynecologic Surgeons (SGS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit professional medical society serving 400+ board-certified gynecologic surgeons through peer-reviewed video libraries, three multi-center research engines (SRG, FPRN, CoRPS), an Annual Scientific Meeting, and CME-accredited postgraduate education.

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akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Medical Society (Gynecologic Surgery)

NAICS

Scientific Research and Development Services (5417)

SIC

Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Obstetrics & Gynecology (OB/GYN) Clinics (HLAFAJAA)

Keywords

• Gynecologic surgery education
• Medical professional society
• Surgical research networks
• CME accredited courses
• Physician membership services

Headquarters

HQ city

Burnsville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

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Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues from Active ($325/year), Associate ($50/year), and Associate Post-Training ($100/year) members. Life members pay no dues but may pay discounted registration fees for the Annual Meeting.
2. Event Registration: Revenue from the Annual Scientific Meeting and Winter Postgraduate Course, which offer CME credits. Registration fees apply to non-Life members attending events.

Pricing tiers

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Core offering

The Society of Gynecologic Surgeons (SGS) is a nonprofit professional medical society that advances gynecologic surgery through tiered physician membership, peer-reviewed educational resources (Video Library and PAG Digital Library), CME-accredited courses (Annual Scientific Meeting and Winter Postgraduate Course), and three organized research engines (SRG, FPRN, and CoRPS) that produce evidence-based guidelines and multi-center studies. It also runs the Scalpel Sessions podcast, a Simulation Advisory Service, mentorship programs, and advocacy activities (amicus briefs, sign-on letters) on behalf of its 400+ select physician members.

Product overview

The Society of Gynecologic Surgeons offers a comprehensive portfolio of educational and research products and services for gynecologic surgeons. The core offerings include the Video Library and PAG Digital Library for anatomical education, the Winter Postgraduate Course for CME credits, and the Annual Scientific Meeting for knowledge dissemination. The research infrastructure includes three major research engines: the Systematic Review Group (SRG) producing evidence-based clinical practice guidelines, the Fellows Pelvic Research Network (FPRN)® for training fellows in multi-center research, and the Collaborative Research in Pelvic Surgery Consortium (CoRPS) for early and mid-career attendings. Additional services include the Scalpel Sessions podcast, Simulation Advisory Service, and Fellow Scholars Program. Together, these products form an integrated ecosystem supporting education, research collaboration, and professional development in gynecologic surgery.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Systematic Review Group (SRG): Research group established in 2007 responsible for systematically reviewing important subjects and controversies in gynecologic surgery and producing evidence-based clinical practice guidelines.
• Collaborative Research in Pelvic Surgery Consortium (CoRPS)
• Fellows Pelvic Research Network (FPRN)
• Pelvic Anatomy Group (PAG)
• Scalpel Sessions
• Winter Postgraduate Course

Products and services

• SGS Video Library A peer-reviewed educational resource containing surgical videos emphasizing detailed pelvic anatomy, operative technique, and evidence-based clinical decision-making, serving trainees, educators, and practicing gynecologic surgeons.
• PAG Digital Library A state-of-the-art resource library of videos and images, standardized terminology, and platform for discussion and further understanding of complex female pelvic anatomy, hosted at femalepelvicanatomy.org.
• Scalpel Sessions Podcast The official podcast of SGS offering expert interviews, real talk on surgical techniques and training, member voices, and discussions on wellness, equity, and innovation in gynecologic surgery.
• Winter Postgraduate Course A virtual course featuring panel presentations on laparoscopic and vaginal hysterectomy techniques, difficult cases, and surgical anatomy, offered on the first Sunday in December with 4.5 CME credits.
• Annual Scientific Meeting Annual scientific meeting featuring presentations and discussions of papers based on research in anatomy, physiology, pathology, surgical technique, and clinical results of gynecologic surgery, including abstract presentations, video presentations, and an awards ceremony.
• Simulation Advisory Service Advisory service for SGS members interested in education via simulation, in which faculty specializing in simulation education assist members with simulation program development and implementation.
• Fellows Pelvic Research Network (FPRN)® Multi-center research network established in 2007 that provides fellows with experience in conducting multi-center studies, strengthening knowledge and skills in study design, multi-center study implementation, data management, and statistical analysis.
• Collaborative Research in Pelvic Surgery Consortium (CoRPS) Consortium that facilitates multi-center research projects among members, including early and mid-career attendings, supporting both standard and fast-track research studies across all subspecialties focused on gynecologic surgery.
• Systematic Review Group (SRG) Group formed in 2007 to systematically review important subjects and controversies in gynecologic surgery and produce evidence-based clinical practice guidelines and standards of care.
• Pelvic Anatomy Group (PAG) Group organized into three specialized working groups — Digital Library, Nomenclature, and 3D Imaging — that advances gynecologic surgery through research and education in pelvic anatomy.
• SGS Membership Tiered membership offering for physicians board-certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, with Active, Associate, Associate Post-Training, and Life categories priced at $325, $50, $100, and $0 per year respectively, providing voting rights, leadership eligibility, committee participation, committee access, discounted event registration, and access to members-only resources.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 100 peer-reviewed publications from SGS research engines (FPRN: 54, SRG: 39, CoRPS: 23)
• +1 more outcomes

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Ideal customer profiles3 records

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Feature5 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• American College of Surgeons (ACS)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025SGS collaborates with ACS through a joint membership application process. SGS applicants for full Active Membership can simultaneously apply for both SGS and ACS membership. When SGS Membership approves a candidacy, the case list, reference, and demographic data are forwarded to ACS. The ACS application fee is waived for SGS applicants, and induction to both societies occurs in the same calendar year.
• ColoplastminorOthersCorporate sponsor that has supported the Winter Postgraduate Course, helping offset expenses for the course.
• Cooper SurgicalminorOthersCorporate sponsor that has supported the Winter Postgraduate Course, helping offset expenses for the course.
• Karl StorzminorOthersCorporate sponsor that has supported the Winter Postgraduate Course, helping offset expenses for the course.
• Women First Research Coalition (WFRC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSGS is one of 16 organizations that are members of the Women First Research Coalition, which advocates for increased federal investment in research on women's health across the lifespan, supports policies ensuring adequate women's health research workforce, and educates federal policymakers about women's health research needs.
• American Urogynecologic Society (AUGS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAUGS partners with SGS through the AUGS-SGS FPRN Subgroup, established in 2014 to provide fellows with a collaborative, multi-center research environment dedicated to pelvic floor disorders. FPRN meets twice annually at each organization's annual meeting.
• AAGL (American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAAGL partners with SGS through the FMIGS-SGS FPRN Subgroup, established in 2015 to integrate FMIGS fellows into the SGS Fellows Pelvic Research Network, providing opportunities for multi-center research advancing minimally invasive gynecologic surgery and pelvic health.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• American College of Surgeons: The largest US surgical professional society with a much broader scope. ACS operates a joint membership application pathway with SGS and serves as the broader incumbent that SGS members often also belong to.

Regional players

• International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics: Global OB/GYN federation serving as an umbrella body. Comparable in advocacy and guideline development, though its international scope differs from SGS's primarily US/Canada footprint.

Direct peers

• American Urogynecologic Society: Subspecialty society for urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery. AUGS partners with SGS through the AUGS-SGS FPRN Subgroup, serving overlapping surgeon constituencies and competing for similar member time and meeting attendance.
• Society of Gynecologic Oncology: Specialty society for gynecologic oncologists, many of whom overlap with SGS members. Comparable structure of membership dues, annual meetings, CME, and subspecialty research output.
• American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists: The principal US professional society for OB/GYN physicians. SGS members are typically ACOG Fellows, and ACOG has invited SGS to co-sign amicus briefs, making it the most directly comparable peer for membership-based OB/GYN education and advocacy.
• American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists (AAGL): Focused on minimally invasive gynecologic surgery. AAGL partners with SGS through the FMIGS-SGS FPRN Subgroup and is the natural peer for MIGS-oriented education, research, and fellowship training.
• International Urogynecological Association: International society for urogynecology and pelvic floor disorders with overlapping subspecialty focus. Comparable in producing guidelines, hosting meetings, and supporting research collaboration.

Emerging players

• Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons: Multi-specialty society for minimally invasive and laparoscopic surgery. Overlaps with SGS on MIGS education and could compete for fellowship-trained surgeons' engagement.
• Society for Reproductive Investigation: Research-focused society in reproductive science with partial overlap on investigator training and women's health research. Comparable in hosting annual meetings and producing peer-reviewed scholarship.

Market position

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Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/GynSurgery
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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/societyofgynecologicsurgeons

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

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