UPMC Medical Education Program
Urology - Pittsburgh, PA | ACGME Code: 4804121135
The UPMC Department of Urology offers a comprehensive educational program focused on combining high-volume surgical experience with academic rigor. The curriculum emphasizes self-education, surgical training, and patient care to develop residents into skilled and compassionate physicians. Residents are actively supported in pursuing their research interests and presenting at national and international conferences. Many residents go on to subspecialize through fellowships and have successful careers in academic and private practice settings.
Specific Fellowship Programs at UPMC include: 1. Urologic Oncology Fellowship: Approved by the Society of Urologic Oncology, this two-year non-ACGME fellowship provides intensive clinical training in open and robotic oncology cases during the first year, followed by a focus on clinical or laboratory research in the second year.
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Endourology, Laparoscopy, and Robotics Fellowship: An Endourology Society approved two-year non-ACGME fellowship that offers exposure to complex kidney stone disease, laparoscopy, robotic assisted surgery, and research opportunities in clinical and basic science.
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Pediatric Urology Fellowship: A two-year ACGME fellowship program providing a high-volume clinical experience in pediatric urology, including diverse surgical techniques, outpatient management, exposure to robotic surgery, and opportunities for research or accelerated certificate programs.
Directors and additional faculty for each fellowship are highly experienced in their respective fields. For further details, you can visit the UPMC Department of Urology's website.
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Pittsburgh city, Pennsylvania
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- Proximity to Bigger Cities: Pittsburgh is approximately a 5-hour drive from Philadelphia and a 6-hour drive from New York City. Both cities offer diverse cultural experiences, entertainment, and employment opportunities.
- Pros: Vibrant arts and culture scene, affordable cost of living, beautiful outdoor scenery.
- Cons: Slightly higher crime rate in some areas, cold winters.
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