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Rules for Electronic Abstract Submission

Deadline

  • Monday, April 20, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. CDT

  • Abstracts received after the deadline will not be accepted or reviewed.

Presenting Author

  • Each abstract must designate a Presenting Author.

  • This author will present the abstract at the CAOG Meeting.

Sponsoring Member Requirement

  • Sponsorship from a CAOG member is required only if one of the authors is not a CAOG member.

  • If there are no CAOG members in the Presenting Author’s area or department, contact Rochelle Hickel for guidance.

Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Statement

  • The Presenting Author must complete a Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Statement.

  • The signature is indicated by checking a box in the submission system.

  • The Presenting Author is responsible for reporting potential conflicts for all authors.

Co-Author Approval

  • All co-authors must approve the abstract submission, publication, and potential presentation.

  • The Presenting Author is responsible for communicating with co-authors regarding the abstract’s status.

Number of Submissions

  • There is no limit on the number of abstracts submitted.

  • The Program Committee may consider the total number submitted by the same author or institution when selecting the program.

Abstract Receipt Confirmation

  • If you do not receive an email confirmation within two business days, contact Rochelle Hickel (rhickel@caog.org).

  • Lack of confirmation indicates the abstract was not received.

Abstract Notification

  • In late May, the Presenting Author will receive notification regarding the abstract’s status.

  • If no notification is received by May 31, 2026, email rhickel@caog.org.

Abstract Review and Presentation Options

All abstracts are peer reviewed and may be assigned to one of the following:

Oral Presentation

  • Typically, at least 20 abstracts are selected each year.

  • Requires a 10–12 minute presentation, with or without audience questions.

Poster Presentation

  • The Presenting Author must be present at the poster.

  • Posters typically remain on display for two days.

Publication of Abstracts

  • Accepted abstracts are published in a supplement to North American Proceedings in Gynecology and Obstetrics (NAPGO) at no cost.

  • During submission, authors will indicate whether they wish to have the abstract published.

  • Abstracts usually appear online within three months of the meeting.

If the abstract is part of a manuscript accepted for journal publication prior to the CAOG meeting, authors may choose to:

  1. Withdraw the abstract from consideration and presentation, or

  2. Embargo the journal publication until the day of the CAOG presentation.

  • Journals commonly agree to embargo requests.

  • If difficulties arise, contact Rochelle Hickel for assistance.

  • If the manuscript will be published, the Presenting Author may request that the abstract not be published in NAPGO.

Abstract Suggested Guidelines

Objective

  • Clearly and concisely state the primary objective, often in PICO format.

  • If space permits, include brief context describing the scientific gap and hypothesis.

Methods

  • Provide a clear description of the research design and statistical methods.

  • Describe what was done, including sample size, data collected, and how data were analyzed.

Results

  • Present actual data with statistical significance where applicable.

  • Statements such as “data will be presented” are not acceptable.

Conclusion

  • State the main findings and their significance for advancing care or science.

  • Conclusions must be supported by the results and should not be overly speculative.

  • Do not state that “more data are needed.”

Length Requirements

  • Maximum length: 500 words

  • At least 300–400 words should be devoted to methods and results.

Figures and Tables

  • Submissions may include one figure or one table (not both).

  • This is new for this year.

Abstract Categories

Authors must select the category that best fits their abstract:

  1. Obstetrics

  2. Gynecology

  3. Education

  4. Patient Safety & Quality Improvement

Award Categories

  • To be considered for an award, select applicable award categories during submission.

  • If “None” is selected or no selection is made, the abstract will not be considered for awards.

  • Accepted abstracts may still be eligible for other awards, such as Best Poster Award.

Online Submission Instructions

1. Enter Information as Directed On-Screen

  • Title

    • Approximately 15 words or fewer

    • Clearly reflects the presentation

    • Use title case (not all caps)

  • Authors

    • List the Presenting Author with complete contact information, including email and phone number

  • Co-Authors

    • Include names, institutions, and educational degrees

  • Structured Abstract Body

    • Objective or purpose of the study

    • Methods used

    • Results in sufficient detail to support conclusions

    • Conclusions reached

    • Statements such as “results will be discussed” are not acceptable

  • Subject Category

    • Select one review category: Obstetrics, Gynecology, Education, or Patient Safety & Quality

  • Length

    • Maximum of 500 words

    • The submission system will enforce length requirements

  • Figure or Table Upload (Optional)

    • One figure or one table only

    • Upload as a separate file at the end of submission

    • File format: .jpg or .png

    • Maximum size: 300 KB

    • Black-and-white preferred; color allowed if necessary

2. Preview Your Abstract

  • Verify accuracy by clicking “Preview Abstract.”

3. Submit

  • Click “Submit Your Abstract” only when the abstract is final.

  • Do not resubmit to make changes. Contact Rochelle Hickel directly if revisions are needed.

Your submission is not complete until all required materials have been received.

 

Click HERE to submit your abstract!