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The Department of Urology at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health offers world-class urological care while advancing the field through exceptional research and educational programs.
Latest News from UW Urology
WInnovations Podcast: Neurogenic bladder – Nuances, New Approaches, and Next Level
June 9, 2025, – WInnovations host Dr. Kyle Richards welcomes Dr. Anne Cameron, the James Montie Legacy Professor of Urology at the University of Michigan, and Dr. Javier Santiago, Assistant Professor in the University of Wisconsin Department of Urology, for an in-depth discussion on advancing and innovating the care of patients with neurogenic bladder.
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June is Men's Health Month
June 9, 2025, – Every June, Men’s Health Month encourages men to take charge of their health, and a key component of that is urologic health. From prostate care to urinary function, urologic conditions affect millions of men each year and can have a significant impact on quality of life if left unaddressed.
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Dr. Elizabeth Koehne: Newest Urologic Oncologist and Surgeon-Scientist at UW-Madison
Elizabeth (Betsy) Koehne, MD, the newest addition to our urologic oncology faculty, brings expertise, passion, and dedication to patient care, research, and the academic community. Originally from Kansas City, MO, Dr. Koehne completed medical school …
May 5, 2025UW Urology Shines at AUA 2025 Annual Meeting
The University of Wisconsin–Madison Department of Urology made a significant impact at the 2025 American Urological Association (AUA) Annual Meeting, held April 26–29 in Las Vegas, Nevada. This premier global event attracted thousands of urologists …
May 12, 2025WInnovations Podcast: The 2025 AUA Annual Meeting: High Stakes Urology
WInnovations host Dr. Kyle Richards kicks off our third season with Dr. Stephen Nakada, professor and chair of the University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Urology, to discuss the upcoming American Urological Association (AUA) Annual Meeting taking …
March 17, 2025Kidney Cancer Awareness Month: Raising Awareness and Promoting Early Detection
March is recognized as Kidney Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about kidney cancer, its symptoms, and the importance of early detection. Kidney cancer, also known as renal cancer, occurs when abnormal …
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Department of Urology Events
Upcoming Lecture
Charles and Margaret Lescrenier Lecture – August 12, 2025
Speaker:
Eric Rovner, MD
Professor
Director of the Section of Voiding Dysfunction, Female Urology
and Urodynamics
Medical University of South Carolina
Recent Lecture
Robert F. Schnoes Lecture – May 20, 2025
Speaker:
Mohamad Allaf, MD,
Professor
Urologist-in-Chief, The Johns Hopkins Hospital
Jakurski Family Director
Director, Department of Urology
Jakurski Family Professor of Urology
Johns Hopkins Brady Urological Institute
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Education and Training
The UW Department of Urology is a nationally recognized program with a core mission to train the next generation of urologists. The faculty, residents and support staff remain committed to achieving the highest standards of residency education.

Our Team
Our department has a dedicated and experienced team working to ensure the best possible patient care every day while remaining focused on identifying new treatments and cures for current and future generations.

Research
UW Urology is home to research programs investigating mechanisms of disease, translating discoveries in the laboratory to clinical trials, and making experimental treatments available to our patients with complex and challenging conditions.

Our Mission
The University of Wisconsin Department of Urology is committed to improving urological health outcomes in Wisconsin and beyond by providing outstanding, comprehensive, patient-centered care.
We conduct impactful, multi-disciplinary research to advance the field through innovative discoveries in urological health.
We develop the next generation of physicians and scientists through state-of-the-art educational programs focused on continuous adaptation and learning.
We are the University of Wisconsin Department of Urology – an exceptional team of dedicated professionals advancing the health of a diverse, growing population.