The SMSNA supports the collection of data by vetting and approving survey instruments on a variety of topics related to sexual medicine. Surveys are vetted by the the SMSNA, which uses the criteria established by the Journal of Sexual Medicine for evaluating the content and the instrument itself.
Any abstract based on the results of the approved survey must be submitted to the SMSNA Annual Fall Scientific Meeting.
Any manuscript citing SMSNA or submitted for publication by an SMSNA entity (e.g. SMSNA Committee or working group) is required to submit to an ISSM affiliated journal prior to submission to any other journal. If the material is not accepted by the ISSM affiliated journal it may be submitted to a non-ISSM affiliated journal.
Active Surveys
Dissemination requested by: Lauren M. Walker, PhD - University of Calgary
Dissemination timeframe: October 9, 2025 - October 26, 2025
Who should take this survey?
Pelvic Health Care Providers: Gynecologists, Gynecological Oncologists, Urologists, General Practitioners, Maternity Care Practitioners, Pelvic Floor Physiotherapists, Midwives
Introduction:
Lauren Walker, PhD, RPsych, Adjunct Associate Professor from the University of Calgary, and Dr. Krystyna Holland, DPT, are conducting a research study. This consent form is only part of the process of informed consent. It should give you the basic idea of what the research is about and what your participation will involve. If you would like more detail about something mentioned here, or information not included here, please ask. Take the time to read this carefully and to understand any accompanying information. You will receive a copy of this form for your records.
You were identified as a possible participant in this study because you:
(1) Are a health care practitioner,
(2) Able to read, write, speak, and comprehend English fluently.
Your participation in this research study is voluntary.
Why is this study being done?
This study is being conducted to create recommendations for trauma informed care in pelvic medicine. This project recognizes that patients who have experienced sexual and/or medical trauma may be particularly vulnerable when receiving pelvic health care. The investigative team is aiming to explore patient experiences with pelvic health care (both positive and negative) and to explore suggestions for integration of trauma informed care into pelvic health care practices. Ultimately this will be used to support a foundation for improving recommendations for using a trauma informed approach in pelvic health care.
The guidelines were created by a team of multi-disciplinary providers (20 practitioners from backgrounds including pelvic health physiotherapy, psychology, gynecology, women’s health and maternity care, gyneoncology, labour and delivery, midwifery etc.) to generate the initial draft of the recommendations using the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services framework. The TIC recommednations will contain key aspects of TIC including but not limited to: behaviours, speech, and environment curation. Guidelines will be developed, reviewed and modified by this team.
SMSNA Survey Dissemination
The option to disseminate a survey is a benefit of SMSNA membership. If you are a member of SMSNA, below are the guidelines for initiating a request and the process by which a survey is vetted and approved. This process is meant to facilitate fair and objective handling of all requests. Please allow up to 2-weeks for consideration.
If you are a nonprofit or an industry representative and want to disseminate a survey, please contact the SMSNA Executive Office at
Process: Any survey proposed for dissemination to the SMSNA membership, including those surveys developed by Committees on behalf of the SMSNA, will requires the following:
- Submission of a request (see link to the request form below)
- Review and approval decision by the Communications & Technology Committee
- If the committee suggests revisions, these will need to be addressed prior to dissemination
- If survey dissemination time frame exceeds 3-months, full Board approval is required
- Acknowledgement that the results of a survey may not be recognized as a response on behalf of the Association on any specific topic
Dissemination:
- Active surveys will be listed on a dedicated webpage on www.smsna.org including the survey title, description, target population to take the survey, and collection dates.
- Each approved survey will be promoted via SMSNA emailings and on social media (two times each) with a link to the survey webpage on www.smsna.org. Surveys will not be distributed via any dedicated email.
Cost:
- There is no cost for SMSNA members.
