Curriculum

Overall Goals

Our philosophy is to provide residents with an educational and training experience that encompasses all aspects of urology and patient- and family-centered care. Our goals and mission are:

• To provide a foundation in the basic science of urology through an organized curriculum.
• To provide well rounded clinical experiences that expose the trainee to all aspects of urology
• To foster confidence and urologic expertise necessary for independent practice in both the academic and community settings
• To provide a balance of education, service, self teaching/administration and continuity of care
• To provide the tools and skills necessary to become lifelong learners
• To provide the skill set necessary to critically appraise scientific literature and incorporate into practice
• To provide opportunities and experiences in clinical and basic science research

PGY2-First Year Urology

• 6 months General Surgery (Trauma, Transplant, SICU, BTICU)
• 4 months General Urology
• 2 months Pediatric Urology

PGY3-Second Year Urology

• 10 months General Urology
• 2 months Pediatric Urology

PGY4-Research Year

• One year dedicated to clinical or basic science, advanced post-graduate study research
• Resident clinic – ½ day monthly (on site)

PGY5-Third Year Urology

• 12 months General Urology includes apprenticeship in private office practice (clinic and OR)

PGY6-Fourth Year Urology

• 12 months General Urology includes apprenticeship in private office practice (robotics)