Department of
Urology

Lectures & Educational Conferences

The Department of Urology maintains a robust and structured weekly conference schedule designed to support resident education, faculty development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Our conferences provide a comprehensive review of core urologic knowledge, evidence-based practice, and surgical decision-making—ensuring that trainees develop both the breadth and depth required for excellence in urologic care.

Weekly Educational Conference Block

Every Wednesday morning beginning at 6:30 AM, residents, faculty, advanced practice providers, and all interested learners come together for a series of high-yield, CME-accredited teaching sessions. The curriculum is anchored in the American Urological Association (AUA) Core Curriculum and enhanced by:

  • Faculty-led didactic lectures covering all major urologic subspecialties
  • Resident-led presentations focusing on key topics across adult and pediatric urology
  • Guest lectures from collaborating departments including:
    • General Surgery
    • Interventional Radiology
    • Infectious Disease
    • Nephrology
    • Pediatric Subspecialties
    • Medical Oncology
    • Radiation Oncology
    • Pathology
      These interdisciplinary talks expose residents to the full spectrum of care relevant to complex urologic patients.

Core Academic Components

Throughout the academic year, residents participate in structured educational activities including:

  • Mortality & Morbidity Conference (M&M):
    Focused on reflective learning, systems-based improvement, and refinement of surgical judgment.
  • Journal Club:
    Held regularly to develop critical appraisal skills and keep trainees current on emerging literature and landmark studies.
  • OSCE-style Oral Examinations:
    Designed to prepare residents for the American Board of Urology Qualifying Examination through case-based scenarios and structured feedback.
  • Subspecialty Case Conferences & Imaging Reviews:
    Collaborative discussions of complex cases, imaging interpretations, and operative planning.

A detailed monthly conference calendar is distributed to residents and faculty to support preparation and active engagement.

A Culture of Participation and Excellence

All attendees—residents, faculty, students, and other learners—are encouraged to participate, ask questions, and present material. This shared-learning model fosters teamwork, mentorship, and open academic dialogue. Our lectures are CME-accredited, ensuring ongoing professional development for faculty and trainees alike.