EAU Podcasts

EAU History Office curator Dr. Rob Schipper (NL) and historian and author Mr. Loek Keizer (NL) talk about the earliest developments in endoscopy and how they dovetail with the rise of urology as a field. Visit the EAU’s online European Museum of Urology for much more information on Bozzini and the first proto-endoscope and the further development of the Desormeaux endoscope . Also mentioned in the...

This EAUN episode features an interview with the faculty of the hands-on training on erectile dysfunction. Jeannette Verkerk-Geelhoed (NL), MSc, PhD candidate and CNS at St. Antonius Hospital, specialising in male sexual health including erectile dysfunction and Peyronie’s disease, is joined by Phil Reynolds (GB), MSc, BSc, HNC, radiographer at Clatterbridge Cancer Centre with a holistic focus on...

In Episode 5, “ AI in surgical navigation ” of the series “ AI in urology: From principles to practice ” , Dr. Enrico Checcucci (IT) and Dr. Pieter De Backer (BE) discuss how artificial intelligence is changing the way urological surgery is planned and performed. The episode explores how AI can assist with analysing CT and MRI imaging, automatically segment anatomical structures, and create patien...

In this episode, UROONCO BCa chief editor Dr. Benjamin Pradere interviews Dr. Trinity Bivalacqua on the first results from CORE-008 Cohort CX- phase 2 study of intravesical cretostimogene grenadenorepvec with gemcitabine in patients with high-risk BCG-exposed or BCG-unresponsive non-muscle invasive bladder cancer.  They talk in detail of the rational and results of this cohort, and the role of cre...

In Episode 4, “ Large language models in urology ” of the series “ AI in urology: From principles to practice ” , Assoc. Prof. Giovanni Cacciamani (US) and Dr. Pieter De Backer (BE) discuss the current and future role of large language models in urology. The conversation explores how large language models tools can assist with clinical documentation, education, research and communication with pati...

In Episode 3 , “ AI policy in urology ” of the series “ AI in urology: From principles to practice ” , Sarah Collen (BE) and Dr. Karl Kowalewski (DE) discuss the critical role of policy and regulation in the development and use of artificial intelligence in urology. The conversation highlights why governance frameworks are essential to ensure patient safety, transparency and accountability. The sp...

In Episode 2 , “ AI in urology education ” of the series “ AI in urology: From principles to practice ”, Prof. Bhaskar Somani (UK) and Dr. Pieter De Backer (BE) discuss the growing role of artificial intelligence in urological training and education. The conversation focuses on how AI can support busy clinicians by improving efficiency, saving time, and enhancing access to educational resources. T...

In Episode 1 , “ Explainable AI in urology ” of the series “ AI in urology: From principles to practice ” , Dr. Titus Brinker (DE) and Dr. Karl Kowalewski (DE) discuss the importance of transparency and trust in the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare. The conversation focuses on explainable AI and why it is important for clinicians to understand how algorithms arrive at their recommendat...

In this EAU Podcast episode, Dr. Paolo Capogrosso (IT) and Dr. Marij Dinkelman-Smit (NL) discuss “ EAU guidelines updates on Sexual & Reproductive Health ”. The episode highlights the latest updates across key sections of the guidelines, including hypogonadism, penile curvature, priapism, and ejaculation disorders. Key changes include the removal of ineffective treatments, updates to conservat...

In this EAU Podcast episode, Prof. Jean-Nicolas Cornu (FR) and Prof. Hashim Hashim (UK) discuss “ EAU guidelines updates on Non-neurogenic Male LUTS ”.  The episode highlights the latest updates to the EAU Guidelines on non-neurogenic male lower urinary tract symptoms, with a focus on a broader, symptom-based approach to diagnosis and management. Key developments include updated guidance on urodyn...

In Episode 2 , “ Becoming a member & using EU-ACME ” of the series “ Start smart: EU-ACME for young urologists ” , Prof. Marek Babjuk (CZ), Assoc. Prof. Juan Luis Vásquez (DK), Prof. Giorgio Ivan Russo (IT) and Dr. Loïc Baekelandt (BE) provide practical guidance on joining the programme and making effective use of its tools. The speakers discuss how EU-ACME supports career progression, helps t...

In this Journal Club edition of the EAU Podcast, moderator Prof. Thomas Tailly (BE) leads an in-depth conversation with guideline panel members Prof. Andreas Skolarikos (GR), Ass. Prof. Christopher Netsch (DE) and Prof. Otas Durutovic (RS), exploring how the EAU Guidelines on Urolithiasis are actually created, reviewed, and updated each year. The speakers walk listeners through the methodology and...

Recorded live at EAU26 in London , this special episode features a live recording of GU Cast, bringing a dynamic and interactive format to the congress stage. Hosted by Prof. Declan Murphy (AU) and Prof. Renu Eapen (AU), the session brings together expert guests to discuss updates in prostate cancer guidelines, recent evidence, and key developments in urology. With contributions from the audience...

Recorded live at EAU26 in London , this special podcast episode features Prof. Brian Rini (US) and Prof. Tom Powles (GB) hosting an interactive UROmigos discussion with experts from the audience. The session explores evolving treatment strategies and key debates in bladder and kidney cancer, highlighting emerging evidence and its potential impact on clinical decision-making. For more EAU podcasts,...

In this episode, UROONCO RCC chief editor Dr. Carmen Mir talks to Prof. Jose Karam on the results of the LITESPARK-022 study: Adjuvant pembrolizumab plus belzutifan versus pembrolizumab for clear cell renal cell carcinoma (ccRCC): The randomised phase 3 LITESPARK-022 study. The LITESPARK-022 study will be also presented and discussed at the upcoming EAU26 on Saturday 14th March in the Game Changer...

Prostate surgery in the United Kingdom was the domain of general surgeons for a relatively long time, discover why in this podcast. On the other hand, the UK has been leading the professionalisation and organisation of urological nurses. Both topics (and more) are the major topics at this year’s Historical Exhibition, part of the EAU Square (V14) in the EAU26 Exhibition. Author and historian Mr. L...

In this episode, UROONCO BCa chief editor Dr Benjamin Pradere (France) sits down with Matthew Galsky, Professor of Medicine at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (New York, USA), to discuss the newly published results of the KEYNOTE-B15 trial. This marks a truly pivotal moment for muscle-invasive bladder cancer. The presentation of KEYNOTE-B15 represents one of the most practice-changing adva...

In this Journal Club edition of the EAU Podcast, Prof. Thomas Tailly leads a focused discussion on the recently completed APPEAL trial, a multicentre randomised controlled study evaluating whether routine antibiotic prophylaxis is necessary for patients undergoing extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL). The distinguished panel - Prof. Kari Tikkinen, Prof. Zafer Tandogdu, Dr. Daron Smith, and...

In Episode 1, “ Understanding EU-ACME / MyCME in daily practice ” of the series “ Start smart: EU-ACME for young urologists ” , Prof. Marek Babjuk, Assoc. Prof. Juan Luis Vásquez, Prof. Giorgio Ivan Russo and Dr. Loïc Baekelandt introduce the EU-ACME programme and its role in supporting structured training and professional development. They clarify key concepts, terminology, and membership types,...

In this episode, UROONCO PCa associate editor Prof. Claudia Kesch (DE) interviews Dr. Jochen Walz (FR) about the key highlights of 2025 in low- to intermediate-risk prostate cancer. They discuss advances in imaging diagnostics, artificial intelligence and biomarkers, active surveillance, surgical techniques and radiotherapy, as well as what is anticipated in 2026.  Here are the links to the articl...

This EAUN episode is about understanding urinary tract infections (UTIs). Rikke Nygaard Knudsen, Clinical RN, EAUN Board Member and Chair of the Danish National Society, is joined by Susanne Vahr Lauridsen, Clinical RN, Senior Researcher, former EAUN Chair and EAUN guideline group member, for a practical and engaging conversation on everything there is to know about UTIs. Drawing on extensive clin...

In Episode 10, “ My andrologist is a woman: Redefining expectations ” of the series “ Women in urology: Dare to thrive ” , Dr. Marta Skrodzka (GB) and Dr. Nadja Stivalet (FR) explore how being a woman in andrology is reshaping professional practice and patient expectations. Drawing on their clinical experiences, they discuss why female andrologists may offer a different dynamic in consultations, p...

In this episode, UROONCO PCa Associate Editor Assoc. Prof. Pawel Rajwa (PL) interviews medical oncologist Prof. Silke Gillessen Sommer (CH) about the present and future directions of metastatic prostate cancer treatment. They discuss the greatest survival gains in metastatic prostate cancer over the past decade, triplet therapy in mHSPC and patient selection, the role of PSMA-PET imaging and seque...

In this episode on “ Public awareness of urinary tract infections and the fight against antimicrobial resistance ” , Assoc. Prof. Z. Tandoğdu (TR) is joined by Prof. G. Bonkat (CH) and Mrs. J.M. Meijlink (NL) to address one of today’s most pressing global health challenges. UTIs are among the most common bacterial infections worldwide, yet they are often wrongly perceived as minor conditions. This...

The UROONCO RCC editorial board chief editor Dr. Carmen Mir, and associate editors Dr. Teele Kuusk, Dr. Riccardo Bertolo and Assoc. Prof. Carlotta Palumbo share and discuss highlights of the important kidney cancer developments for 2025.  They summarise the developments in diagnostics and early detection, systemic therapy and perioperative treatment. They also talk about surgical and robotics inno...