Urologists need a thorough knowledge of the most recent developments and techniques in urology to ensure the highest standards of patient care and safety. The results of the 2005 and 2006 AUA Annual Meeting attendee surveys revealed that a revolution is occurring in medicine with the rapidly expanding use of minimally invasive surgical techniques, including laparoscopy and robotics. These new technologies offer the potential promise of less morbid operative courses with lessened recovery times. As with any revolution, however, there are problems that need to be addressed and overcome. One of these is the issue of training of both residents and practicing urologists in these areas. The 2007 Section meeting will feature a total of 9 papers, a one-hour presentation, and a half hour lecture to discuss educational initiatives that address this problem.

Another area of urology that is exploding is the area of female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. With the aging population, the number of women that will develop bothersome urinary incontinence and other pelvic issues (e.g. vaginal prolapse) is increasing dramatically. Several of the problems associated with female pelvic disease will be addressed at the 2007 meeting, including overactive bladder, urodynamic studies and an update on surgery for female incontinence and vaginal reconstruction.

Prostate cancer remains one of the most common cancers in men. Active urologist members of AUA continue to report prostate cancer as the number one area of interest. Our knowledge of this disease is growing rapidly, including improved understanding of the initiating factors, the usefulness of screening, ways to determine those cancers that pose a significant threat to the patient, and ways to potentially prevent the development of clinical prostate cancer and advanced stage disease. The 2007 plenary sessions will include 16 related papers and two guest lectures on topics relating to bone health of prostate cancer patients, genetics of urologic cancers, chemotherapy, and prostate cancer expectant management.

This meeting will also feature additional podium sessions including presentations on impotence/infertility, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)/neurology, and erectile dysfunction. The meeting offers a maximum of 6.5 AMA PRA Category 1 credits^TM.

At the conclusion of the 2007 Annual Meeting, participants should be able to:

• Describe recent developments in the medical and surgical management of urology patients;
• Identify new technologies for the treatment of urologic problems;
• Outline various male mental health disorders as they pertain to sexual health and discuss therapy;
• Analyze the potential threats to urologic practice and specify possible solutions.

1. Bladder cancer
2. Erectile dysfunction
3. Female Incontinence
4. General Oncology
5. Male Void Dysfunction
6. Renal Cell Cancer
7. Bone Health
8. Obesity
9. Infertility
10. Impotence
11. Infertility
12. Endourology
13. Laparoscopy
14. Kidney cancer
15. Pediatric urology
16. Prostate cancer
17. Prostatitis
18. Urinary incontinence
    

There is no charge to view the educational material. The estimated time for completion of this class is 1.9 hours.

Follow these steps to complete the class:

• View the video and slide presentation.
• Take the online test and complete the online evaluation.
• Review your test answers before submitting.
• Receive a passing score of 70% or higher.
• Discuss the information covered with your staff or colleagues.
  

• Ronald P. Kaufman, M.D., Chair
  Urological Institute of Northeastern New York
• Timothy D. Averch, M.D.
  University of Pittsburgh
• Serge Carrier, M.D.
  McGill University
• Elise J. Billings De, M.D.
  Albany Medical Center Urology
• Robert A. Mevorach, M.D.
  University of Rochester Medical Center
• Imad S. Nsouli, M.D.
  VA Medical Center
• D. Robert Siemens
  Kingston General Hospital

Northeastern Section Annual Meeting
September, 5 – 9, 2007
Rochester, New York, USA

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