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An exclusive global physician community for Transvaginal Radiofrequency Ablation (TV-RFA), in Kraków, Poland alongside ESGE 2026.

Founded on the pioneering work of Dr. Victoria Rey and supported by STARMED

About STAR Community

STAR (Society for Transvaginal Ablation with Radiofrequency) is an exclusive global physician community dedicated to Transvaginal Radiofrequency Ablation (TV-RFA).

Founded on the pioneering work of Dr. Victoria Rey and supported by STAMED, the community brings together the world's leading experts in this innovative treatment modality.

The STAR Meeting serves as the premier gathering for clinical education, case-based learning, and peer collaboration among the world's most accomplished physicians in TV-RFA.

 

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2nd STAR Meeting Overview

Date

Monday, 5th October 2026
Starting at 18:00 

Expert Faculty

Victoria Rey Caballero (Clinic Victoria Rey, Spain)
Matteo Crotti (Guastalla Hospital, Italy)
Philipp S. Kyek (Park-Klinik Weißensee, Germany)
Maciej Wilczak (University Hospital of Poznan, Poland)
Karin Louise Andersson (Hospital Center Florence Piero Palagi, Italy)
David Hamid (Groupe Hospitalier Saint Vincent, France)
Sonia Martínez Morales (Torrecárdenas University Hospital, Spain)
Gautier Chene (University Hospital Centre of Lyon, France)

Programme Overview

Welcome Reception

Time: 18:00- 18:30

Join us in the historic Saski Hall for a curated selection of welcome drinks
and light refreshments!

STARMED Welcome Message

Time: 18:30 - 18:35

Speaker: Giovanni Giusti

Opening Remark

Time: 18:35 - 18:40

Speaker: Victoria Rey 

Introduction

Time: 18:40 - 18:45

Moderators: Matteo Crotti & Philip Sebastian Kyek 

Clinical Sessions

Time: 18:45 - 20:15

1. Addressing Patient Pain Points & Clinical Advantages in TV-RFA
Speaker: Maciej Wilczak

2. Optimizing Patient Selection and Outcomes in TV-RFA
Speaker: David Hamid

3. From Clinical Success to Scientific Validation: Efficacy and Patient-Centred Outcomes 
Speakers: Karin Andersson 

4. Adenomyosis and Radiofrequency Ablation: the new standard of care
Speaker: Gautier Chene

5. Office-Based Radiofrequency Ablation for Uterine Fibroids Under Local Anesthesia: A 4-Year Clinical Experience
Speaker: Sonia Martínez Morales

6. The Future that Unites Us in Transvaginal Radiofrequency Ablation 
Speaker: Victoria Rey Caballero

Q&A Session

Time: 20:15 - 20:30

Moderators : Philipp Kyek and Matteo Crotti 

Meet the STAR President

Moderators

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Matteo Crotti

Gynecologist
Guastalla Hospital, Italy 

 

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Philipp Sebastian KYEK

Obstetrician-Gynecologist
Park-Klinik Weißensee, Germany 

Speakers

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Victoria Rey Caballero
Main Speaker, Obstetrician-Gynecologist 
Clinic Victoria Rey, Spain 
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Maciej Wilczak

Obstetrician-Gynecologist
University Hospital of Poznan, Poland 
David Hamid

David Hamid

Gynecologic surgeon
Groupe Hospitalier Saint Vincent, France 
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Sonia Martínez Morales

Gynecologist 
Torrecárdenas University Hospital, Spain 
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Gautier Chene

Gynecologist
University Hospital Centre of Lyon, France 
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Karin Louise Andersson

Obstetrician-Gynecologist
Hospital Center Florence Piero Palagi, Italy 

Educational Experience

Clinical Education

Access selected peer-reviewed publications on TV-RFA, including clinical techniques, procedural considerations, and reported outcomes.

Case-Based Learning (coming soon)

Real-world case studies and challenging clinical scenarios discussed by expert faculty, enhancing procedural decision-making.

Pre-Event Webinar

Preparation session, providing attendees with background and foundational knowledge of TV-RFA ahead of the STAR meeting.                                                 

First STAR Meeting highlights

Explore the success of our inaugral STAR  Meeting, featuring expert physicians, inspiring case discussions and a vibrant global community of TV-RFA specialists

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Request Your Invitation 

Join an exclusive community of leading physicians dedicated to Transvaginal Radiofrequency Ablation.

This invitation-only event is limited to approximately 50 delegates. Submit your interest below to be considered for the 2nd STAR Meeting in Kraków, Poland.