ISSM Spotlight

Each month ISSM shines a light on the people and organizations shaping the future of sexual medicine. In our Member Spotlight, we feature dedicated professionals who share their passion for the field, why they joined ISSM, and their tips for fellow experts. Through the Future Leader Spotlight, we highlight participants of the ISSM Future Leaders Program as they reflect on how the program has propelled their careers and offer guidance to the next generation of professionals. And with our Regional Society Spotlight, we introduce the affiliated societies that represent nearly 75 percent of ISSM’s membership, showcasing how they drive progress and support sexual medicine within their regions, ensuring global impact with local relevance.

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Petar Bajic

USA

Attending ISSM meetings has helped me learn new surgical techniques and novel approaches to common conditions I treat daily, directly improving my clinical practice.”

Polash Roy

Bangladesh

“I applied to the ISSM Future Leaders Program because I strongly believe that sexual medicine needs globally connected, culturally sensitive and multidisciplinary leaders, especially from regions where sexual health is still highly stigmatized.”

Kwangsung Park

Korea

“If you are early in your career, my advice is simple: get involved with ISSM. Don’t just attend meetings, present your research, seek feedback, and understand how your work fits into the global research landscape.”

Maurizio De Rocco Ponce

Spain

“This program pushed me out of my comfort zone, and professionally, it gave me concrete tools and practical training in leading teams, coordinating multi disciplinary teams, designing projects and communication.”

Tobias Kohler

USA

“Affiliation with ISSM enhances the SMSNA’s international credibility, strengthens its global network, and opens the door to collaborative educational, scientific, and clinical initiatives.”

Carolyn Salter

USA

“I'm really grateful for the friendships and connections that I've made with the other future leaders and with our mentors. This program has really helped me to feel connected within the global sexual medicine community.”

Dimitra Vasileiadou

Greece

“I am also proud to serve on the ISSM Communication Committee, where I contribute to efforts aimed at increasing awareness, improving access to accurate information, and encouraging open, informed dialogue around sexual health.”

Anna Carling

Sweden

"I am very thrilled to learn from the best and I can warmly recommend the ISSM Future Leaders Program."

Suchanant Chavaengkiat

Thailand

"This program was the perfect opportunities to connect to the global mentors, learn from diverse peers and sharpen their leadership skills need to drive meaningful change."

Thairo Alves Pereira

USA

"The program had a significant impact on both my personal and professional development, and it provided me with practical tools to improve my emotional intelligence and leadership skills as well."

Kareim Khalafalla

Qatar

"I applied to the ISSM Future Leaders Program because I didn't want to grow only as a clinician, but also as a global leader in sexual medicine. I was looking for a space where clinical expertise, scientific curiosity and leadership development could come together."

Maurizio De Rocco Ponce

Spain

"Being part of the ISSM has allowed me to remain at the forefront of current research and to access high quality education resources that have enriched my clinical practice."

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