Specialties

Radiology

General objective: Understand the methodology, indications and hazards and be able to perform and interpret the results of ultrasonography of the urinary tract and male genitalia.

• TRUS and biopsy
• Renal biopsy

Urodynamics

General objective: Understand and be able to perform and interpret a urodynamic assessment.

• Cystometrogram
• Urine flowmetry
• Pelvic floor electromyography
• Voiding/pressure studies
• Urethral pressure profile

Pathology

General objective: Using gross and microscopic features become proficient in identifying and differentiating the following:

• Kidney cancer
• Ureter and renal pelvis
• Bladder cancer
• Prostate cancer
• Penile lesions
• Testicular cancer
• Urethral lesions
• Adrenal lesions

Research

General objective: The resident should understand the purpose of research and be familiar with the use of reference material in managing clinical problems. The resident shall complete at least one research project.

• Demonstrate ability to find answers to questions via literature search and review
• Demonstrate ability to formulate a research plan to answer questions
• Demonstrate understanding of basic statistical methods
• Be able to critically review journal articles and clinical trials
• Submit a research proposal to a funding agency
• Be familiar with the ethical principles of human/animal experimentation
• Submit a research proposal to a human or animal research review committee
• Demonstrate ability to perform and complete a given research project
• Acquire techniques of data presentation
  • Slide design
  • Oral presentation or poster presentation
  • Journal article