We had an incredible time attending so many sessions at this year's #AUA26 meeting & reconnecting with WCM/NYP alumni at our annual reception! We are extremely proud of our trainees & faculty who presented their innovative work and our team members who received honorable awards.

Joris Ramstein, MD, MS, URPS fellow, received 2nd place poster at #AUA26 for his research, “Geospatial Disparities in Pelvic Floor Physical Therapy Access: Associations w/ Neighborhood Disadvantage and Rurality in the United States” under the mentorship of Drs. Rodriguez & Nseyo!

Congrats to Robert Fisch, PGY-5, for his #AUA26 video abstract, "Robotic-Assisted Transabdominal Preperitoneal Hernia Repair for Recurrent Pediatric Inguinal Hernia" being selected as the Best Video Abstract in the Pediatrics Category, under the mentorship of Ardavan Akhavan, MD!

Mark Farha, MD, PGY-4 resident, received best poster at #AUA26's "IP50: Bladder Cancer - Non-Invasive IV" for his research, "FGFR3 Mutation w/ CDKN2A Deletion Defines an Aggressive Subtype w/ Poor Outcomes Across the Grade Spectrum for Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer" under Dr. Pietzak. Congrats!

Congrats to Manish Kuchakulla, MD, PGY5, for receiving the SSMR & SMSNA Men’s Health Traveling Fellowship at #AUA26 where he presented his research,"Night-Owl Chronotype is Associated w/ Decreased Morning Serum Testosterone among US Men:Analysis of NHANES 2011-2014" under Dr. Kashanian's mentorship!

Be sure to Dr. Al Hussein for his final sessions at #AUA26 this morning!

Dr. Hu's final session at #AUA26 is on prostate cancer and will begin shortly in room 144A!

To wrap up #AUA26, join our trainee presentations throughout the day!

Congrats to Alexandra Farhangui, MD, PGY1, on receiving the “Best Poster” recognition at #AUA26 for her research on the risk of ED following low-dose finasteride use for androgenetic alopecia, in partnership with Hriday Bhambhvani, MD, PGY4, under the mentorship of Dr. Kashanian.

Dr. Al Hussein's first session at #AUA26 is this afternoon in room 146A!

We're looking forward to three of Dr. Hu's sessions at #AUA26 this morning and afternoon!

Join us at Dr. Rodriguez's second crossfire session at #AUA26 is this morning in Hall D!

Check out our amazing trainee sessions throughout the day at #AUA26!

What an amazing night at our annual alumni reception event! We always have an incredible time seeing our WCM/NYP alumni and reconnecting with our colleagues and friends. Looking forward to another great day at #AUA26 tomorrow!

Be sure to join Dr. Hu at the Robotic Theater: Prostate this morning at #AUA26!

Our trainee sessions continue on Day 2 of #AUA26! We are excited for each session!

At 3:30 pm, join Dr. Gupta for her #AUA26 session located in room 147B!

Dr. Li's #AUA26 session on urological andrology will begin in a few hours! See you there!

Congratulations to our residents for being awarded the bronze medal at the AUA National Residency Abstract Olympics!🏆 This outstanding achievement recognizes the remarkable work of our residents which is reflected in their many abstracts being presented at #AUA26!

Congratulations to our residents for being awarded the bronze medal at the AUA National Residency Abstract Olympics!🏆 This outstanding achievement recognizes the remarkable work of our residents which is reflected in their many abstracts being presented at #AUA26!

We are so excited for Dr. Nseyo's session at #AUA26 is this afternoon! Details below⏬

#AUA26 has officially begun! We are so excited for our trainee presentations today!

Dr. Rodriguez's first #AUA26 crossfire session, "Refractory Overactive Bladder," is tomorrow morning in Ballroom A. See you there!

We hope you will join us for Dr. Bashir Al Hussein's sessions at #AUA26, where he will present on prostate cancer and health services research as well as share key take home messages reflecting on conference outcomes. Learn more: app.swapcard.com/event/2026-a...

Throughout #AUA26, join Dr. Jim Hu for several informative sessions covering prostate cancer, robotic surgery, advanced surgical techniques and more. Learn more about Dr. Hu's sessions below or by visiting: app.swapcard.com/event/2026-a...

Join Dr. Kavita Gupta in ONE week at #AUA26 for her session titled, "IP24-04: Quantifying the 'Burn': Urinary Biomarkers Detect Thermal Injury During Intrarenal Laser Lithotripsy." Learn more: app.swapcard.com/event/2026-a...

At #AUA26, join Dr. Unwanaobong Nseyo for her session titled, "Comparative Outcomes for Minimally Invasive Therapies for Idiopathic Overactive Bladder in Older Adults: A National Study of Medicare Beneficiaries" on Friday, May 15th. More details: app.swapcard.com/event/2026-a...

Be sure to attend "Session 5: Urological Andrology" with Dr. Philip Li during the #AUA26 meeting! Learn more by visiting: app.swapcard.com/event/2026-a...

Join us in celebrating #NationalNursesWeek as we recognize our incredible registered nurses and advanced practice providers for their unwavering dedication and compassion, and for continuously improving the lives of our patients. Today, and every day, we thank you for all you do!

During #AUA26, join our Chair, Dr. Larissa Rodriguez, at two crossfire sessions titled, "Refractory Overactive Bladder" & "Controversies in Urology: Hydrodistension Should be Used for Therapy for IC/BPS." Click the link to learn more: app.swapcard.com/event/2026-a...

We are looking forward to attending #AUA26! We are so proud of our trainees for their many abstract acceptances, which reflect their hard work & collaboration with faculty mentors. Scroll⏬ to learn more about our trainee presentations. We hope you can attend their sessions!

April marks #TesticularCancerAwarenessMonth - join us in raising awareness around the different factors that can increase risk for testicular cancer as well as the effective treatment options that are available. Learn more by viewing our infographic here: weillcornell.org/news/infogra...

Dr. Joseph Del Pizzo discusses the importance of living kidney donation for those with chronic kidney failure. This #NationalDonateLifeMonth, join us in raising awareness and thanking the incredible donors who have chosen to give the gift of life by selflessly donating a kidney.

Dr. Larissa Rodriguez, Chair of Urology at Weill Cornell Medicine, delivered the Keynote Lecture, “Elevating Excellence: The Case for More Representation in Healthcare Leadership” at the Latino Surgery Symposium (LSS), carrying forward their keynote tradition on professionalism and leadership.

The 21st Annual Prostate Screening & Health Fair at First Presbyterian Church in Jamaica is May 2nd, 9am-1pm. Join our very own Dr. Scherr as he leads PSA testing for prostate cancer. Event details, including other screenings: events.weill.cornell.edu/event/21st-a...

This week is #AdministrativeProfessionalsWeek, a time to recognize and thank our incredible administrative teams and staff who work so hard each day to support our department and patients. We are so grateful for you!

New publication, "Preoperative Total Testicular Volume as a Predictor of Total Motile Sperm Count Improvement Following Microsurgical Varicocelectomy" and findings below⬇️ Great work team! onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

Recurrent UTIs occur when you have more than 2 UTIs in 6 months or more than 3 in 1 year. In a @WomensHealthMag article, Dr. Nseyo shares her expertise on potential reasons for this & different strategies to prevent UTIs from recurring. Read the article: www.womenshealthmag.com/health/a7092...

Congratulations to Dr. Al Hussein Al Awamlh, Assistant Professor of Urology, and Dr. Chen, Postdoctoral Associate in Urology, who received two 2025 Young Investigator Awards from the Prostate Cancer Foundation. Read about their groundbreaking research below: news.weill.cornell.edu/news/2026/03...

Pelvic floor education & awareness are critical. In a Women's Health Magazine article, Dr. Rodriguez shares her expertise, discussing how pelvic floor muscles are controllable and the importance of physical therapy. Read the article: womenshealthmag.com/health/a70780210/pilates-pelvic-floor-health/

Happy #NationalDoctorsDay! Thank you to our amazing doctors for their compassion, expertise and dedication to patient care, research and education. We are grateful for your commitment to delivering world-class care each day.

Happy #NationalDoctorsDay! Thank you to our amazing doctors for their compassion, expertise and dedication to patient care, research and education.

Our own PGY-4 resident, Dr. Mark Fahra, sat down with Urology Times to discuss development of a genomic score to predict early BCG failure in NMIBC, stating, “We clearly demonstrate that the addition of genomic features to clinical variables improves relapse risk prediction.” Watch: t.co/CUIDSiadFB

Dr. Nseyo’s seminar on incontinence and bladder weakness is in ONE WEEK! Details on the seminar and how to register below ⬇️

Join WCM, Cornell Tech, and the Good Life on Roosevelt Island for an educational seminar on incontinence and bladder weakness. Dr. Unwanaobong Nseyo will discuss causes, diagnosis, and evidence‑based strategies for managing symptoms.

We are so proud of Chief Resident, Lina Posada Calderon, MD, for her outstanding performance in last week’s NYSAUA Chief Resident’s Debate. We are grateful for everything she has contributed throughout her residency and all she has accomplished. Go Lina!

Our team had a fantastic week at the 2026 SUFU Winter Meeting! From sharing research and leading sessions to Dr. Larissa Rodriguez's Keynote Lecture and our trainees receiving awards and honors for their work, we are grateful for our team’s outstanding contributions. Congratulations to everyone!

Join us in celebrating #ThankAResidentDay! We are incredibly proud of our residents for their hard work, dedication and unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional patient care every day. Today, and every day, we extend our deepest gratitude for all they do!

This morning, our Chair, Dr. Larissa Rodriguez, delivered the Keynote Lecture, “Cell‑Based Therapies, Stress, Surgery and Training: Journey of a Surgeon Scientist,” at the 2026 SUFU Winter Meeting, sharing her journey and expertise with attendees.

Dr. Li’s 2nd academic visit to Mexico! Invited as a Visiting Professor by the Academia Mexicana de Andrología, Dr. Li & colleagues delivered key lectures throughout the visit, strengthening collaboration and advancing our shared commitment to improving male reproductive health.