The discussion series organized by the Johannes Kepler University Linz is now also open to the public.

Endometriosis is a painful abdominal disorder afflicting one in ten women. The diagnosis can be time-consuming, often taking years to arrive at. “Diamens”, an award-winning early detection test that can be carried out at home, was created by three JKU physicians.

The podium features:

· Univ. Prof. Dr. Peter Oppelt, head of the Department of Gynaecology, Obstetrics and Gyn. Endocrinology

· Marlene Rezk-Füreder, MSc., Center for Medical Research, JKU, CEO Diamens

· Michaela Kahr, founder of EndÖ (Endometriosis Austria)

· Mag. Birgit Wimmer, patient

Moderator:
Dr. Christine Haiden, journalist and President of the Upper Austrian Press Club

Click here, opens an external URL in a new window to watch the 11^th JKU medTALK.

The JKU medTALK series at the Johannes Kepler University Linz takes places at the new JKU medLOFT at the MED Campus and focuses on future topics in medicine ranging from the latest research findings to patient care.

The JKU aims to hold a publicly accessible forum six times a year featuring physicians, medical, experts, and members of the media and medical industry to cover research and innovation in medicine as well as address controversial topics. Members of the public are invited to attend for free (advanced registration is required).