Congratulations to Paul Dominguez Gutierrez Ph.D., who was recently awarded $160,000 through the prestigious 2016 – 2018 Urology Care Foundation Research Scholar Grant.

Dr. Dominguez-Gutierrez’s highly competitive grant was selected out of a total of 85 applications. His project entitled “Characterization of the Immune Response within Renal Papillary Tips and Peripheral Blood Monocytes of Calcium Oxalate Stone Formers” will be funded over the next two years by the American Urology Association. Dr. Dominguez-Gutierrez, in conjunction with his mentors Drs. Benjamin Canales and Saeed Khan, will explore the role of circulating and kidney specific-immune cells in patients with active kidney stone disease. His second objective will focus on developing a therapy that will help prevent kidney stone development by harnessing the immune system -specifically monocytes- to target and clear stone deposits.

Congratulations to Dr. Victoria Bird, Assistant Professor of Urology, who received a NCI SEED grant.

Dr. Bird is Co-Principal Investigator on a UF HCC/Institute on Aging/NCI SEED Grant entitled, “Endotype Discovery in Prostate Cancer and Multi-Domain Analysis of Age Related Comorbidities”.

She also received a National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences of the NIH award to build a REDCap database at UF.

Great job, and best of luck on your research efforts Dr. Bird!

The University of Florida Department of Urology invites you to attend
Grand Rounds

Pendulum of PSA Testing: the Effect of USPSTF Screening
Recommendations on Prostate Cancer Incidence

Mohit Gupta, MD
Department of Urology
University of Florida

Wednesday, January 27, 2016
7:00 am
Department of Urology Conference Room
M-203C

UF Genetics Institute Seminar Series

Cathy Mendelsohn, Ph.D.
Professor of Urology, Pathology & Cell Biology and Genetics & Development,
Columbia University Medical Center
Director, NIDDK O’Brien Urology Research Center

“Progenitor populations in regeneration and bladder cancer”

Tuesday, January 12, 2016
2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
UF Cancer & Genetics Research Complex
Auditorium 101

UF Health Urology has expanded their practice, and will begin seeing patients in Haile Plantation starting Jan. 5. UF Health Urology – Haile Plantation, located inside the new UF Health Physicians building at 2846 SW 87th Way, Suite A, Gainesville, FL 32608, will offer appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays with services related to general urology, urologic oncology and men’s health.

• Every Tuesday – appointments with Dr. Michael Dennis for general urologic conditions
• First Thursday of every month – appointments with Dr. Lawrence Yeung for men’s health
• Second Thursday of every month – appointments with Dr. Paul Crispen for urologic oncology

To make an appointment, please call 352-265-8240.

For more information on this location and its services, visit ufhealth.org/urologyhaile.

Please Save the Date for University of Florida
Department of Urology 2016 Visiting Professor Events!

Thursday, October 6, 2016  – Sunday, October 9, 2016

The 2016 David M. Drylie, MD Visiting Professorship Lecture

presents

Louis R. Kavoussi, MD
Chairman of Urology for the North Shore-LIJ Health System
Professor of Urology (clinical) at New York University School of Medicine

Tentative Schedule

Thursday, 10/6
Dinner with Dr. Kavoussi and UF Residents

Friday, 10/7
Breakfast, AM Lecture and Sessions with Dr. Kavoussi, Residents and/or Faculty
Lunch with Residents and/or Faculty
Friday Afternoon Grand Rounds Lecture
UF Urology Visiting Professor/UroGators Alumni Society Welcome Reception

Saturday, 10/8
UF Urology/UroGators Alumni Society Tailgate and Football Game (UF vs LSU)

More information to come!

If you have any questions, please contact Ronda Patton at ronda.patton@urology.ufl.edu.

The Fundamentals in Urology course is designed to apply basic science knowledge and principles in development of treatment algorithms.  This 4-day course provides attendees with valuable skills in developing a rational methodological approach to application of knowledge which will contribute to positive outcomes for patients; allows discovery of the importance of the study of basic sciences and how it transfers into the lifelong learning process and medical practice.

Dr. Paul Crispen, will serve as a faculty member for the 2016 course to be held in Charlottesville, VA.

On Jan. 11, UF College of Medicine Dean, Michael Good, MD, announced to the
UF Department of Urology Faculty that Interim Chairman, Thomas Stringer, MD, and his wife Leah Stringer had made a $350,000 gift to the department.

The gift was a culmination of deep loyalty and commitment for a department that Dr. Stringer guided as chairman over the last year. However, Dr. Stringer’s love for the department stretches further back – from the time he was resident at UF Urology (1977-80).

“Our division chief, David Drylie, led by example and taught us as residents to proudly give back to our profession,” Dr. Stringer said. “I have tried to model him and served, as he did, as the President of the Florida Urological Society and subsequently as President of the Southeastern Section of the AUA.”

Dr. Stringer is currently a member of the Board of Directors of the AUA as well as President of the UF Department of Urology Alumni Society, the UroGators. Once he completed his residency, Dr. Stringer maintained close ties to the program. After starting a private practice in nearby Citrus County, he was recruited as a clinical adjunct professor and participated in resident education and surgical training at the VA for more than 30 years.

“I was part of every resident class graduation and every departmental event throughout those years,” Dr. Stringer said. “When I decided to accept an offer to return full time as medical director five years ago, it became a full circle. The faculty and residents welcomed Leah and me with open arms. From day one as a full-time faculty member, I felt needed, respected and fulfilled.”

Dr. Stringer said that the ongoing positive relationships with the former and current residents and faculty, departmental staff and the leaders in the College of Medicine continue to “highlight my every day.” The gift is one of the largest ever made by a sitting Chair at UF. During the announcement, Dr. Good led a champagne toast to Dr. Stringer.

The endowed gift will go toward helping provide funds in perpetuity for all UroGators Alumni activities such as the annual Drylie, MD, Visiting Professor weekend each fall and the UroGator gatherings that take place at national and regional Urology events.

“The opportunity to lead and guide the UF Department of Urology, to recognize and be part of its proud history and then to contribute to its glorious future is an unanticipated and humbling honor.”

If you wish to make a gift to add to the UroGators Alumni Fund in honor of Dr. Stringer,
please contact Ted Kruljac at (352) 273-9059.

The University of Florida Department of Urology  invites you to attend
Grand Rounds

“A Novel Approach to Localized Renal Cell Carcinoma”

Aaron Brafman, MD
Department of Urology
University of Florida

Wednesday, February 3, 2016
7:00 am
Department of Urology Conference Room
M-203C

Learning Objectives:
Review the current role of systemic therapy in the treatment of renal cell carcinoma (RCC)
Understand the potential role of neoadjuvant systemic therapy (NAST) in RCC
Review the literature on NAST in relation to tumor resectability and survival for localized

Target Audience:
Urologists, Residents, Nurses, Physician Assistants, and Staff

Accreditation:
The University of Florida College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for
Continuing Medical Education for physicians.

Credit:
The University of Florida College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Support:
The Department of Urology within the University of Florida’s College of Medicine is hosting
this free event, which is internally supported.

Contact Information:
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Chris Emery at christine.emery@urology.ufl.edu.

Disclosure:
(Speaker) has disclosed that (he/she) has no relevant financial relationships. No one else in a position to control content has any financial relationship(s) to disclose

Section Number: 6124

University of Florida College of Medicine and UF Health leaders have announced the appointment of Li-Ming Su, M.D., as Chair of the UF Department of Urology.

Dr. Su, who was recruited to UF Health in 2008, is an internationally recognized leader in the area of minimally invasive urologic surgery. He currently serves as the David A. Cofrin professor of urology, associate chair of clinical affairs and chief of the division of robotic and minimally invasive urologic surgery. He will begin his appointment as chair of the department of urology on March 1.

Dr. Su’s appointment comes after a national search that included 22 initial applicants.

“Dr. Su demonstrated his leadership ability and dedication to our patients, learners and faculty at every stage of this search,” said Michael L. Good, M.D., dean of the UF College of Medicine. “His vision and plan for the department is extremely compelling, and aligns perfectly with the national preeminence initiatives of the University of Florida, and with UF Health.”

Dr. Su said his first mission will be to grow the clinical enterprise of UF Health Urology and increase the number of faculty in response to the increasing volume of patients coming into the UF Health system.

“I’m extremely humbled and honored by this opportunity to lead such a tremendous group of gifted physicians and surgeons,” Su said.

In particular, Dr. Su will look to grow four key areas: urologic oncology, kidney stone disease, pediatric urology and male infertility and andrology.

“We have tremendous growth opportunity in urology, and Dr. Su is the ideal person to lead this
expansion in the number of faculty, clinical programs and patients for whom we provide care,”
added Edward Jimenez, CEO of UF Health Shands.

Dr. Su’s area of clinical expertise includes treating kidney and prostate cancers using minimally invasive laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, which result in better outcomes and faster recoveries for patients.

“Improving detection, treatment and prevention of cancer is a key strategic goal for UF Health.
Dr. Su’s expertise in  urologic oncology, and his plan for incorporating regional care and
research in urologic cancer into the overall plan for  the UF Health Cancer Center, will greatly
spur our efforts in this critical area,”  said David S. Guzick, M.D., Ph.D., senior vice president
for health affairs at UF and president of UF Health.

For the past year, Su has already been helping to lead the department, said Thomas F. Stringer, M.D., FACS, medical director of UF Health Urology – Medical Plaza, who has been serving as the department’s interim chair since January 2015.

“Over the course of this last year as my vice chair, Dr. Su has demonstrated his leadership
skills not just to our  faculty members, but to the entire UF College of Medicine as well,”
Stringer said. “I completed my residency here, and UF has been important to me for a long time.
I’m personally very satisfied the department will be in his capable hands.”

Prior to his appointment at UF, Dr. Su served as an associate professor of urology and director of laparoscopic and robotic urologic surgery at The Johns Hopkins Medicine’s James Buchanan Brady Urological Institute and was an adjunct associate research scientist at the Engineering Research Center for Computer-Integrated Surgical Systems and Technology within The Johns Hopkins University’s Whiting School of Engineering.

As chair, Dr. Su also hopes to increase UF Health’s local, regional and national reputation for urologic care, education and research.

“We’re on strong footing because of the strength of our faculty, residents and staff,” Dr. Su said.
“I am grateful to senior UF Health leadership for believing in our vision and
entrusting us with this great opportunity.”

On Thursday, January 28th, the Department of Urology hosted breakfast to honor cysto tech, Elijah Lewis, on his retirement.  “Eli” has been with Shands for 43 years acting in various roles.  Eli started in the dietary department, the OR as a PST and to his current role of a Urology Cysto tech which he held for over 30 years!  He was an important asset to the Urology team.  His work ethic was impeccable, as Eli was always the first to work and stayed late countless times to finish the cases in his room.

A gathering of current and former attendings, residents, OR and clinic staff, colleagues and friends stopped by to wish Eli farewell during the breakfast. Kind words and an honorary plaque was presented by Dr. Stringer and Dr. Su.  An avid Miami Hurricane enthusiast, Eli was given several Miami mementos.

His infectious smile, friendly personality, positive attitude and
helping hand will be greatly missed!

Dr. Rishi Modh is the recipient of the SESAUA Resident Humanitarian Award by the Southeastern Section of the American Urological Association. This award is given to a resident within the section who has made significant contributions outside of academic endeavors including service in their institution or community.

Dr. Modh will receive a plaque and be recognized prior to the Annual Business Meeting on Saturday, March 19, 2016.

Please congratulate Dr. Modh for this recognition and achievement.

Congratulations to Dr. Benjamin K. Canales, recipient of the 2016 American Urological Association (AUA) Gold Cystoscope Award. This prestigious award is given annually to one urologist in the US distinguished by outstanding contributions to the profession within ten years of completing residency training. In addition to a cash honorarium, he will receive a gold-plated cystoscope at the annual AUA meeting this May in San Diego. Dr. Canales was selected for the honor on the basis of his exemplary research initiatives in the pathogenesis of nephrolithiasis, which include the development of new animal models and the exploration for novel therapeutic approaches.

Please congratulate Dr. Canales for this
recognition and achievement.

Please join the Department of Urology and the UroGators Alumni Society for our 9th Annual Alumni Society Reception at the AUA in San Diego, CA.  Our reception  will be held at the San Diego Marriot Marquis & Marina located at 333 West Harbor Drive.

We can’t wait to see you in San Diego!

The University of Florida Department of Urology  invites you to attend
Grand Rounds

“Microsurgery for Male Fertility”

Ranjith Ramasamy, MD
Director of Male Reproductive Medicine and Surgery
Assistant Professor
Department of Urology
University of Miami

Wednesday, March 2, 2016
7:00 am
Department of Urology Conference Room
M-203C

Learning Objectives:

Discuss the role of microsurgical varicocelectomy
Analyze the role of microdissection testicular sperm extraction in men with testicular failure
Discuss medical and surgical management of Klinefelter Syndrome

Target Audience:
Urologists, Residents, Nurses, Physician Assistants, and Staff

Accreditation:
The University of Florida College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for
Continuing Medical Education for physicians.

Credit:
The University of Florida College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Support:
The Department of Urology within the University of Florida’s College of Medicine is hosting
this free event, which is internally supported.

Contact Information:
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Chris Emery at christine.emery@urology.ufl.edu.

Disclosure:
(Speaker) has disclosed that (he/she) has no relevant financial relationships. No one else in a position to control content has any financial relationship(s) to disclose

Section Number: 6124

We are pleased to announce the results of UF Department of Urology 2015-2016 Residency Match.  The national match for urologic residency training is very competitive, with over 400 medical students applying for just under 300 positions. The UF Department of Urology interviewed over 40 extremely qualified applicants for 3 positions. It is with great enthusiasm that we introduce the three newest Urology residents in our UF Urology family.

Jeremy Bergamo, from Bradenton, FL, is a UF College of Medicine student. He completed his undergraduate studies at  the University of South Florida in psychology. He is an avid runner and enjoys cooking.

Jennifer Kuo, from Tampa, FL, is  also a UF College of Medicine student.  She completed her undergraduate studies at University of Florida and majored in finance.  Prior to attending medical school, Jennifer was a professional dancer.

Andrew Rabley, from Irmo, SC, is a medical student at the Medical University of South Carolina. He attended Clemson University where he majored in packaging science. Andrew enjoys outdoor activities, including paddle boarding, hiking, volleyball and tennis.

At the University of Florida Department of Urology we have an opening for a one-year advanced Endourology/MIS fellowship approved by the Endourological Society starting July 2016. This fellowship is completely funded and offers flexibility in training in either endourology or laparoscopy/robotics or both alongside experienced surgeons and mentors including Drs. Vincent Bird, Benjamin Canales and Li-Ming Su.

Fellowship training is centered at UF Health-Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Florida, with a rotation at the Malcom Randall VA Hospital located across the street. Unique features of this fellowship include:

• Broad clinical training in endourology, laparoscopy and robotic surgery with the ability to tailor one’s fellowship based on individual interest.
• Animate “wet” lab run twice a month in a fully equipped training laboratory with anesthesia support.
• Robotic simulation training weekly.

This is an excellent opportunity for any graduating resident or fellow seeking additional training in endourology or minimally invasive urologic surgery.

Interested applicants are asked to forward their CV with two letters of recommendation to Linda Horne at 352-273-6870 or linda.horne@urology.ufl.edu.

On February 28 – March 1, 2016, Dr. Tom Stringer, Dr. Russ Terry and Dr. James Mason attended the Joint Advocacy Conference, Washington DC.  Co-hosted by the American Association of Clinical Urologists (AACU) and the American Urological Association (AUA), the JAC is the largest federal advocacy fly-in for urologists throughout the country.

The conference hosted speakers ranging from academic urologists to government employees and elected officials. It featured grassroots lobbying training for those new to the process and provided each participant with an opportunity to meet with elected officials and their staff.

Attending as well, were former UF Urology residents and faculty: Dr. Ali Kasraeian, Dr. Rolando Rivera, Dr. Kevin Lee and Dr. Martin Dineen.

The University of Florida Department of Urology  invites you to attend
Grand Rounds

“Use of PDE-5 inhibitors for BPH/LUTS”

Marla Wardenburg, MD
Department of Urology
University of Florida

Wednesday, March 9, 2016
7:00 am
Department of Urology Conference Room
M-203C

Learning Objectives:
Review mechanism of action of PDE-5 inhibitors
Discuss possible mechanisms of action of PDE-5i in BPH/LUTS
Review evidence supporting use of PDE-5i monotherapy and combination therapy for BPH/LUTS
Discuss future urologic indications for PDE-5i’s

Target Audience:
Urologists, Residents, Nurses, Physician Assistants, and Staff

Accreditation:
The University of Florida College of Medicine is accredited by the Accreditation Council for
Continuing Medical Education for physicians.

Credit:
The University of Florida College of Medicine designates this live activity for a maximum of .75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Support:
The Department of Urology within the University of Florida’s College of Medicine is hosting
this free event, which is internally supported.

Contact Information:
If you have any questions please feel free to contact Chris Emery at christine.emery@urology.ufl.edu.

Disclosure:
(Speaker) has disclosed that (he/she) has no relevant financial relationships. No one else in a position to control content has any financial relationship(s) to disclose

Section Number: 6124

The 2016 David M. Drylie, MD Visiting Professorship Lecture

presents

Peter N. Schlegel

James J. Colt Professor of Urology,  Chairman
Department of Urology
Urologist-in-Chief
Weill Cornell Medicine/New York Presbyterian

Schedule of Events

Friday, October 7, 2016

4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Visiting Professor Lecture with Dr. Peter Schlegel

The Lauretta & John DeWeese Auditorium LG-101A  •  McKnight Brain Institute
1149 Newell Drive, Gainesville, FL 32611

For map and directions, please click here.  Visitor parking is available for $10.00 in Garage 10, located north of Archer Road at Newell Drive, serves the east side of the complex.

The 2016 David M. Drylie, MD Visiting Professorship Lecture is sponsored by the University of Florida Department of Urology UroGators Alumni Society. For information on how you can support this lectureship, please visit http://urology.ufl.edu/donate/.

 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
2016 UF Urology Visiting Professor/UroGators Alumni Society Welcome Reception

Harrell Medical Education Building Scott Commons (1st floor)
1104 Newell Dr, Gainesville, FL
(located directly across from the McKnight Brain Institute)

Saturday, October 8, 2016Time TBD (3 ½ hours prior to kick off)
UroGators Alumni Society Homecoming Tailgate & Football Game  •   UF vs LSU

Plaza of the Americas (located directly in front of Library West on the UF Campus)

 A limited number of football tickets are available, please
contact jean.bennett@urology.ufl.edu for availability and information.

For more information email ronda.patton@urology.ufl.edu.

Lodging Information

Hilton UF Conference Center Hotel

1714 SW 34^th Street • (352) 371-3600

Use code UU1016 • Reserve by 8/23 • 1-800-HILTONS

All rooms are available at $399 per night with a 2 night (Friday & Saturday) minimum stay.  A limited number of rooms have been reserved. All rooms are first come first serve.  Reserve Online

Country Inn & Suites

4015 South West 43rd Street  •  Gainesville,  FL

Use Code:  UF UroGators  •  Reserve by 8/7  •    1-800-830-5222

All rooms are available at $240 per night.  A limited number of rooms have been reserved. All rooms are first come first serve. Reserve Online