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
Rotations
PGY1
- 2 months of Inpatient/Pediatric Urology
- 2 months of Endo-Urology
- 2 months of Night Float
- 6 months General Surgery (Trauma, SICU, BTICU)
PGY2
- 1 month of Endo-Urology
- 1 month of Infertility/Reconstruction
- 2 months of Pediatric Urology
- 2 months of Night Float
- 6 months General Surgery (Trauma, SICU, BTICU)
PGY3
- 2 months General Urology
- 2 months of Night Float
- 4 months Endo-Urology
- 4 months Infertility/Reconstruction
- Resident Clinic
PGY4
- Research Year
- Resident Clinic
PGY5
- 2 months of Urologic Oncology
- 4 months of Laparoscopic/Robotics
- 6 months General Urology
- Resident Clinic
PGY6
- 3 months of Urologic Oncology
- 4 months of Laparoscopic/Robotics
- 5 months of Complex Urology