2 years ago
Dr. Bjurlin was honored with an invitation to lead a plenary lecture focusing on the intricate relationship between smoking and bladder cancer at the 8th Annual European Conference on Tobacco Control (ECTC) hosted in Florence, Italy
2 years ago
UNC Urology recently came together for its much-anticipated annual Faculty Retreat. As we reflect on the event, our achievements collectively underscore the dedication and excellence that define UNC Urology.
2 years ago
In conjunction with UNC Lineberger’s Community Outreach and Engagement Office, Dr. Zach Feuer took the stage, delivering a comprehensive session addressing crucial aspects of prostate cancer, including screening, diagnosis, and treatment, entirely in Spanish.
2 years ago
At UNC Urology, Resident education is a top priority. We strive to provide the right balance of supervision and autonomy so that our residents can make an immediate impact in any position. This is one of the many reasons we are the highest ranked surgical residency program at UNC.
2 years ago
UNC Hospitals Urology program was recently ranked as 40th in the Nation in the latest edition of the U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals”
2 years ago
Dr. Timothy Bukowski, MD, FAAP, FACS, has been honored with the “Award for Outstanding Achievement” at the 2023 North Carolina Pediatric Society (NCPeds) Annual Meeting. This award is presented to a pediatrician or professional working in pediatrics who has demonstrated exceptional service to enhance the health and well-being of children and adolescents.
2 years ago
Dr. Hans Arora, MD, PhD, and Dr. Minh Nguyen Pham, MD, have been selected for participation in the Leadership in Academic Medicine Program (LAMP) 2023-2024 cohort. Designed to support junior faculty within their first three years, LAMP aims to build a sense of community, purpose, direction, and confidence, facilitating a thriving career at UNC.
2 years ago
In a groundbreaking initiative, universities across North Carolina are joining forces to enhance nephrology, benign urology, and hematology research. The NC Kidney, Urology, Hematology (KUH) Training, Research, Innovation, Outreach (TRIO) Program aims to push scientific boundaries and nurture the next generation of researchers.
2 years ago
Dr. Matthew Nielsen has been appointed to the National Quality Forum (NQF) Diagnostic Excellence Committee, under the NQF Advancing Measurement of Diagnostic Excellence for Better Healthcare Initiative.
2 years ago
UNC Urology is thrilled to announce the addition of Dr. Minh Pham. Dr. Pham’s return to North Carolina marks not only a professional milestone for him but also a significant moment for our urology department as we continue to grow our esteemed faculty.
2 years ago
We are delighted to announce the promotion of Dr. Davis Viprakasit to the position of “Professor of Urology.” Dr. Viprakasit’s journey – throughout his career – has been notable due to his dedication to providing outstanding clinical care, and many invaluable contributions to the field of urology.
2 years ago
In an interview with UroToday, Dr. Ray Tan discussed a study he presented at the 2023 AUA annual meeting. The study, titled “The Effect of Visual and Numeric Risk Information on Surgeon Behavior: a Randomized Clinical Vignette Experiment”, examined how different forms of information presentation might impact surgical recommendations made by urologists.
