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

• 6 months General Surgery
• 6 months Urology (Inpatient)

PGY2

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

PGY3

• 4 months Infertility/Reconstruction
• 4 months Endourology
• 4 months General Urology
• Resident Clinic

PGY4

• Research Year
• Resident Clinic

PGY5

• 6 months Complex Urology/Oncology/Open/Lap/Robotic
• 6 months General Urology
• Resident Clinic

PGY6

• 12 months Complex Urology/Oncology/Open/Lap/Robotics