Dr. Woet Gianotten is a retired MD-psychotherapist and emeritus Senior Lecturer in Medical Sexology at the University Medical Centers of Utrecht and Rotterdam. Originally trained in surgery and obstetrics, he turned to sexology in the 1980s and became a pioneer in the field of medical sexology, with a focus on the intersections of chronic illness, disability, aging, and sexuality.
A co-developer of oncosexology and rehabilitation sexology, Dr. Gianotten has worked tirelessly to address the often-overlooked sexual needs of individuals with chronic conditions or physical impairments. His work has extended into taboo areas such as sexuality at the end of life, hemophilia and sexuality, and the potential role of medically trained sex workers.
Through decades of teaching, research, and writing—including numerous books and manuals—Dr. Gianotten has advanced a model of sexual medicine rooted in justice, rights, and the lived realities of marginalized populations. His leadership in bringing sexual health into conversations around illness, care, and aging has significantly shaped both medical and human rights approaches to sexology.
We acknowledge that the conference is being held the traditional lands of the Jagera and Turrbal people in Meanjin / Brisbane. We recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples' continuing connection to land, water, and community and we pay our respects to Elders past and present. ASHM acknowledges Sovereignty in this country has never been ceded. It always was, and always will be, Aboriginal land.