Dr. Harold Drutz is widely celebrated as the “father figure” of urogynecology in Canada, having pioneered the field of female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery (FPMRS) at the University of Toronto. Over a career spanning more than 50 years at Mount Sinai Hospital, he established the first specialized geriatric pelvic floor unit in the country and served as the only Canadian president of the International Urogynecological Association. Beyond his clinical and research contributions — which include over 140 major publications — his lasting legacy lies in his mentorship of 44 fellows who now lead academic programs worldwide, fundamentally shaping the modern landscape of women’s pelvic health.

Dr. Harvey is a distinguished figure in Canadian women’s health. Her clinical legacy is rooted in her specialized work with pelvic floor prolapse and urinary incontinence, but she is perhaps most influential for her research into childbirth-related trauma. Dr. Harvey has been a key advocate for evidence-based improvements in women’s healthcare, contributing extensively to peer-reviewed literature and textbooks on female pelvic health. As a long-standing Postgraduate Program Director, she has also played a pivotal role in shaping the next generation of gynecologists through the implementation of competency-based medical education at Queen’s University. Her seminal work and advocacy on behalf of recognition of the subspecialty of urogynecology in Canada deserves wide acclaim.

Dr. Quinlan is a prominent figure in British Columbia’s medical community, particularly recognized for his leadership in urogynecology and international women’s health. He has held several key administrative roles, including Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology for Island Health, western representative on the Board of Directors of the SOGC and past president of the Western Society of Pelvic Medicine. His legacy is marked by a deep commitment to global healthcare, as highlighted by his extensive volunteer work in Africa. He is particularly recognized for his missions to Ethiopia, focusing on the surgical repair of obstetric fistulas. For this dedication, he was honored with the Walter Mackenzie Fellowship in Surgery by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, which supported his commitment to providing life-altering care in resource-limited settings.

Dr. Cenaiko is a highly regarded Obstetrician and Gynaecologist, with a practice focused on urogynecology, based in Calgary, Alberta, and a medical career spanning nearly 40 years. He established a significant clinical presence at the Peter Lougheed Centre and through his private practice at the Sunridge Professional Centre. His professional legacy is defined by his expertise in complex gynecological surgeries, including hysterectomies, endometrial ablations, and pelvic organ prolapse repairs. Patients frequently highlight his compassionate bedside manner and his role in managing high-risk pregnancies and fertility issues, noting his ability to provide personalized care across multiple decades of service in the Calgary Zone.

Dr. Farrell has a superlative record in Canadian urogynecology. He has demonstrated advocacy at a national level, through the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada (where he served as one of the only urogynecologists in the position of president of the Society) and through the Canadian Society of Pelvic Medicine (also a past president). His trailblazing commitment to academic pelvic medicine and surgery, as well as advocacy and widespread continuing medical and surgical education, has inspired a whole generation of providers and elevated the status of our subspecialty for the ultimate benefit of patient care. In addition, his warm personality and individualized teaching style have made him a role model for many of the students who had the privilege of working with him. Beyond clinical and research excellence, Dr. Farrell is a strong innovator in medical devices, particularly to address stress urinary incontinence. He developed, patented and researched a low-risk, accessible conservative management option for urinary incontinence, the URESTA pessary — an over-the-counter, self-fitted pessary, offering women the autonomy of incontinence care while bypassing the long waitlists to access a urogynecologist. URESTA has been recognized as a significant innovation through several international awards and, more recently, an FDA authorization to distribute over the counter across the United States, following the Canadian model.

Dr. Baker is a prominent urogynecologist in Ottawa, recognized for his long-standing service and commitment to teaching. Dr. Baker was the first head of the Division of Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at The Ottawa Hospital. His early practice included retropubic urethropexies and sacral colpopexies through a laparoscopic approach. Dr. Baker was instrumental in the Canadian introduction and adoption of tension-free vaginal tape, and trained generations of early career urogynecologists in its performance long before it became standard of care. Later, he performed vaginal reconstructive pelvic surgery that included the now extinct mesh repairs. With exceptional surgical versatility, Dr. Baker has experienced the full breadth of the subspecialty to date. His ability to navigate difficult cases with calm, quiet confidence and a steady hand inspired whole surgical teams and his trainees to remain focused and disciplined for optimal patient care. Among many remarkable accomplishments in his 35 years of tenure, Dr. Baker was most happy when training residents and fellows in the practice of surgery.

Dr. Gupta is a long-standing Obstetrician and Gynaecologist who has served the Vancouver and Delta communities for over three decades. Her clinical legacy is marked by a vast patient history, having delivered multiple generations of children within the same families. She is recognized for her dedication to safe maternal care, fertility management, and complex gynaecological surgeries. Patient reflections often highlight her humble and caring demeanour, with many describing her as a deeply compassionate figure who takes the time to explain detailed medical procedures for a truly individualized approach to care. She has successfully trained many students, residents, fellows and allied health providers in the art of pessary fitting in urogynecology.

Dr. Craig E Campbell is a highly respected urogynecologist whose legacy is defined by his commitment to education, program development, and expanding access to specialized care. Over the course of his career, he trained a generation of gynecologists and urogynecologists, many of whom have gone on to become leaders in the field. He played a foundational role in establishing the Division of Urogynecology and its fellowship program in Ottawa, helping to formalize subspecialty training and elevate standards of care. In addition, Dr. Campbell was instrumental in developing a gynecology clinical program in Nunavut in collaboration with Ottawa, significantly improving access to pelvic health services in northern and underserved communities. He is also widely recognized for his dedication to academic rigor and his passion for evidence-based practice, instilling in his trainees a disciplined, thoughtful approach to patient care. His contributions have had a lasting impact on both the academic and clinical landscape of Canadian urogynecology.

Biography coming soon.