Maimonides Medical Center Program

The Urologic Surgery Residency at Maimonides Medical Center is a 6-year program consisting of 1 year of general surgery internship, 1 year of urologic research at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory, and 4 years of clinical training in urology. Residents have the opportunity to train at Maimonides, Brookdale Hospital Medical Center, and The Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. The program offers training in endoscopic, open, laparoscopic, and robotic-assisted surgical approaches.

Residents participate in multidisciplinary conferences focusing on various urologic specialties like urolithiasis, infertility, urologic and prostate oncology. They receive lectures from subspecialty trained faculty and utilize surgical simulation to enhance skills in robotic, laparoscopic, and endoscopic techniques. Research is a vital aspect of the program, with residents engaging in translational and clinical research.

The program prepares residents for academic, clinical, and independent practice settings. Notable alumni have gone on to receive fellowships at prestigious institutions like Duke University, Northwestern University, and others. Dr. Antonio Mongomery serves as the Urology Residency Site Director at Brookdale Hospital and Medical Center, while Dr. Simon Hall leads resident research efforts.

For medical students interested in urology, Maimonides Medical Center welcomes third and fourth-year students to join academic conferences, observe surgeries, and engage in research opportunities. Junior residents gain diverse clinical experience, while senior and chief residents lead the urology service and oversee educational activities.

The program emphasizes a balance between academic and clinical activities and strives to educate the next generation of expert medical practitioners.