6 years ago
Nielsen Appointed to CMS Technical Expert Panel
Matthew Nielsen, Interim Chair of Urology, has been appointed to support efforts to update the CMS Quality Measure Development Plan and Quality Measure Index.
Category: News
6 years ago
Eight UNC Urology Faculty Included in Latest Edition of Best Doctors in America®
Congratulations to our eight faculty physicians who were recently recognized on the 2019-20 Best Doctors List. This year, UNC Hospitals had more Best Doctors specializing in Urology than any other physician group in North Carolina.
6 years ago
Matthew Nielsen, MD, MS, FACS Assumes Role of Interim Chair of the Department of Urology
Matthew Nielsen, MD, MS, FACS assumed the role of Interim Chair of the Department of Urology on January 1, 2020. Nielsen joined the faculty at UNC in 2009 as a urologic oncologist and health services researcher.
6 years ago
Dr. Marc Bjurlin Leads Team to Publish Updated AUA Policy on the Use of mpMRI with Prostate Cancer Diagnosis and Management
The second major update we made is there is now sufficient data to support the use of prostate MRI in all men before their initial prostate biopsy when the MRI is of sufficient quality Dr. Bjurlin told Urology Times.
6 years ago
At SUO, Failure Takes Center Stage
Four speakers shared personal stories of their failures. We’ve all been there. However, as I listened to each, I realized how little we speak about them.
6 years ago
An Evening Celebrating Philanthropy
On November 14, UNC Medicine held one of our largest events of the year to say “thank you” to our amazing supporters. Throughout the evening, guests enjoyed interactive stations highlighting UNC Medicine’s signature initiatives and the innovative work and research by our faculty. The Advancing Health station highlighted surgical simulation and robotic medical assistance with two da Vinci Surgical Systems, one presented by Dr. Eric M. Wallen, Vice-Chair of Education, Residency Program Director and Professor of Urologic Oncology.
6 years ago
Winner Signed Coach Mack Brown Football
Thank you @MelissaLoggins for helping promote Men's Health this #UNCMovember!
6 years ago
Research On Financial Toxicity Prevalence In Bladder Cancer Patients Covered By Urology Times
“There are a lot of issues in today’s health care landscape that can drive financial toxicity, and there is research showing that it can lead to delays in seeking care, lower quality of life, and even increase the risk of mortality if patients declare bankruptcy. Financial toxicity can be measured and it is important to recognize and address."
6 years ago
Nielsen named Interim Chair of Department of Urology
Matthew Nielsen, MD, MS, FACS, will assume the role of Interim Chair of the Department of Urology, effective January 1, 2020.
6 years ago
Mark Ehlers, MD 2019 Recipient of the Robert C. Cefalo House Officer Award
Urology Resident Mark Ehlers, MD has been awarded one of the 2019 Robert C. Cefalo House Officer Awards.
6 years ago
Dr. Smith Receives Best of BCAN Award at 2019 Bladder Cancer Summit for Patients and Families
Congratulations to Angela B. Smith, MD, MS, FACS on being presented with one of this year's Best of BCAN awards at the 2019 Bladder Cancer Summit for Patients and Families
6 years ago
Dr. Sherry Ross Appointed Medical Director for the UNC Hospital’s Children’s Specialty Clinic
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Sherry Ross was appointed the Medical Director for the UNC Hospital's Children's Specialty Clinic. In this role, Dr. Ross will be responsible for coordinating with providers and hospital leadership in efforts to improve clinical outcomes, patient safety, throughput, and patient/provider experience at each of the Specialty Clinic.