AUANews Inside Tract

Developed by the AUA Residents and Fellows Committee, each episode of the Training Transformed podcast series features an interview with a urology faculty member and resident physician surrounding an innovative facet of resident education at their institution. Tune in for this first episode as moderator, Dr. Samuel Ivan, chats with Dr. Alison Keenan and Dr. Kayla Graham, about the longitudinal res...

Brought to you by the AUA Residents and Fellows Committee and originally presented during the Residents Forum program at AUA2025 in Las Vegas, this panel discussion features moderator Dr. Ramzy Burns and guests Dr. Helen Bernie, Dr. Joseph Brito and Dr. Richard Lee as they discuss the why and how of continually developing yourself as a urologic surgeon post-residency.

Dr. Andrew Harris and Dr. Kate Kraft, the previous and current chairs of the Workforce Task Force, explore how AUA Census data reflects the evolving landscape of urology. From the decline of solo practice to the growing need for rural access and the challenges of residency training, they discuss the factors shaping today's workforce and what it means for the future of patient care.

In this special Sexual Health Awareness Month episode, Dr. Rena Malik and Dr. Justin Dubin break down the top 10 things every urologist should know about sexual health. This episode goes beyond the basics, emphasizing that sexual health is integral to overall health, important questions you should ask when screening patients and the connection between sexual and mental health. Whether or not you s...

In this episode of AUANews Inside Track, Founder of Man vs. Prostate, Dr. Wayne Kuang, talks with Dr. Jay Raman as they discuss the Man vs. Prostate campaign and its growing role in men's health awareness. They explore how the movement expands the conversation beyond prostate cancer to include bladder health, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and the challenges men face in seeking timely care. Th...

Developed by the Medical Student Membership Workgroup, the Urology Spotlight Series educates medical students about a particular subspecialty within urology, including common cases and procedures. In this episode, medical student Noa Ferziger is joined by Dr. Nitya Abraham, Professor of Urology and Ob/Gyn at Montefiore Medical Center, and Dr. Melissa Laudano, Associate Professor of Urology and Ob/...

Developed by the Society of Academic Urologists in partnership with the American Urological Association, the SAU/AUA Urology Match Insider series provides medical students interested in the field of urology an inside look into the Urology Residency Match process. In part 2 of this episode, medical student, Vivian Wang continues her conversation with Dr. Gina Badalato and Dr. Erica Traxel as they d...

Brought to you by the AUA Young Urologists Committee, "Parenting In Urology" explores the challenges and triumphs of balancing parenthood with a career in urology. Tune in as host Carmen Tong, DO, joins guests Christina Carpenter, MD and Chloe Peters, MD, to share essential insights on leave policies, mental well-being, and strategies to navigate the unique demands of being both a physician and a...

Developed by the Medical Student Membership Workgroup, the Urology Spotlight Series educates medical students about a particular subspecialty within urology, including common cases and procedures. In this episode, Irene Choi, medical student at St. George's University, is joined by Dr. Kristin Ebert, Assistant Professor of Urology at the University of Wisconsin, and Dr. Casey Seideman, Associate P...

In this episode of AUA Inside Tract, Dr. Kevin Koo, endourologist and chair of the AUA Federal Advocacy Committee, is joined by Dr. Grace Hyun, pediatric urologist and AUAPAC board member, to unpack one of the most pressing issues in urologic practice today: prior authorization. Using data from the AUA Census, they explore how increasing administrative burdens are delaying care, adding unnecessary...

Developed by the Society of Academic Urologists in partnership with the American Urological Association, the SAU/AUA Urology Match Insider series provides medical students interested in the field of urology an inside look into the Urology Residency Match process. In this episode, medical student Avani Desai, sits down with Dr. Kathleen Kieran and Dr. Costas Lallas to discuss putting together your...

In this episode of AUA Inside Tract, join Dr. Hans Arora, a practicing pediatric urologist at the UNC School of Medicine, as he talks with Dr. Stephen Nakada, the AUA's immediate past president, about his presidency and what he took away from his year in the position. 

The standard treatment for muscle-invasive urothelial carcinoma (MIUC) has been radical surgery combined with cisplatin-based chemotherapy for eligible patients. However, over 50% of patients face metastatic progression after surgery. This non-CME webinar, presented by a urology expert, will discuss how patients with UC at high risk of recurrence after radical resection may benefit from adjuvant i...

Developed by the Medical Student Membership Workgroup, the Urology Spotlight Series educates medical students about a particular subspecialty within urology, including common cases and procedures. In this episode, Nana Frimpong, medical student at Drexel University College of Medicine, is joined by Dr. Jessica Mandeville, Assistant Professor of Urology at Tufts University and Director of Endourolo...

In this episode of AUA Inside Tract, join fellow  Dr. Andrew Lai and newly minted attending Dr. Rabun Jones as they reflect on life after residency, tackling imposter syndrome and the challenges of stepping into new roles. They also share personal perspectives on LGBTQ+ representation and the evolving culture of acceptance in medicine.

Developed by the Society of Academic Urologists in partnership with the American Urological Association, the SAU/AUA Urology Match Insider series provides medical students interested in the field of urology an inside look into the Urology Residency Match process. In part 1 of this episode, medical student, Vivian Wang, sits down with Dr. Gina Badalato and Dr. Erica Traxel to discuss what students...

In this episode of AUA Inside Tract, join Dr. Petar Bajic, director of Men's Health, and Dr. Raevti Bole, Men's Health specialist, from the Cleveland Clinic as they share clinical insights and real-world perspectives on men's health. From prevention to patient care, this episode highlights what clinicians need to know during Men's Health Month.

The Physician Scientist - Different Paths to Success Webinar was held on May 20, 2025. This webinar highlighted the diverse experiences of our panelists and showcased the multiple career trajectories available to physician-scientists in urology.

Developed by the Medical Student Membership Workgroup, the Urology Spotlight Series educates medical students about a particular subspecialty within urology, including common cases and procedures. In this episode, Daniela Orozco-Rendon, medical student at Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, is joined by Dr. Mohit Khera, Professor of Urology and F. Brantley Scott Chair in Urology at Baylor Coll...

In this episode, Dr. Amanda North, Chief of Pediatric Urology at Children's Hospital at Montefiore Einstein, joins Dr. Susan MacDonald, Program Director at Penn State, for a deep dive into fellowship training trends in urology. Using AUA census data, they explore generational shifts, gender disparities and evolving motivations for pursuing fellowships. From the growing percentage of women in the f...

Developed by the Medical Student Membership Workgroup, the Urology Spotlight Series educates medical students about a particular subspecialty within urology, including common cases and procedures. In this episode, medical student, Jake Ratanawong, is joined by Dr. Sean Elliott, Professor and Director of Reconstructive Urology at the University of Minnesota, for a discussion on the field of Genitou...

In the fast-paced world of urology, collaboration is key to delivering optimal patient care. Navigating the Urology Team: The APP-Physician Dynamic explores the crucial partnership between Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) and Physicians. This insightful guide delves into how these two roles complement each other, fostering teamwork, enhancing patient outcomes and streamlining clinical workflows....

Join Dr. Andrew Harris and the AUA's Vice President of Legislative and Political Affairs, Brad Stine, as they talk about urologic advocacy, the AUA Summit and how the AUA is involved in legislative affairs. 

Join Dr. Matt Nielsen, Chair of AUA's Science and Quality Council and Chair of the Department of Urology at University of North Carolina Chapel Hill as he speaks with Dr. Andrei Purysko, Section Head of Abdominal Imaging at the Cleveland Clinic and Physician Leader of the American College of Radiology's Prostate MR Image Quality Improvement Collaborative, on improving the diagnosis of clinically s...

Today's podcast episode is part of the "Voices" series and is brought to you by the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee. Join Dr. Michael Davis, the AUA's' Gallagher Scholar, as he talks with the AUA's Public Policy Council Chair, Dr. Mark Edney, about the 8th Annual Urology Summit in Washington, DC, from March 3-5 and how all of their work ties into health equity.