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Urologists

SOC 29-1229.03Job Zone 5 · Extensive Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers clinical, surgical, and academic urology practice across outpatient clinics, ambulatory surgery centers, tertiary hospital settings, and academic medical centers, spanning diagnosis and management of genitourinary disorders through organizational and research leadership.

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Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Patient histories — collect and document under attending supervision in a clinical urology setting.
  2. Genitourinary anatomy and pathophysiology — recognize foundational patterns of common disorders such as urinary tract infections and urolithiasis during supervised clinical rotations.
  3. Diagnostic imaging equipment — operate radiograph and fluoroscope machines under direct supervision to support evaluation of urologic conditions.
  4. PSA screening results — interpret preliminary findings under guidance to assist in early-stage prostate cancer detection workflows.
  5. Antibiotic and antiseptic prescribing protocols — apply standard treatment guidelines under supervision to manage uncomplicated urologic infections.
  6. Cystoscopic procedures — assist with basic urinary tract examinations under direct attending oversight in a hospital procedure suite.
  7. Medical record systems — enter and retrieve patient data accurately using electronic health record software in a urology clinic.
  8. Urology literature and clinical guidelines — read and summarize current evidence to support supervised clinical decision-making.
  9. Patient communication — practice active listening and clear verbal explanation of basic urologic conditions to patients in supervised encounters.
  10. Catheterization technique — perform urinary catheter placement under close supervision adhering to aseptic protocols in an inpatient setting.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Genitourinary disorder diagnosis — evaluate and diagnose conditions such as incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and bladder infections with limited oversight in an outpatient urology practice.
  2. Diagnostic test ordering and interpretation — independently order and interpret PSA screenings, urinalyses, and imaging results to guide treatment decisions for routine urology patients.
  3. Pharmacologic treatment plans — prescribe and administer antibiotics, antiseptics, and compresses for urologic infections and injuries with reduced supervisory review.
  4. Cystoscopy and diathermy procedures — perform lower urinary tract examinations using cystoscopes and diathermy machines routinely in a hospital or ambulatory surgery center.
  5. Minimally invasive techniques — conduct extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy and basic laparoscopic procedures for uncomplicated urolithiasis cases in a surgical setting.
  6. Patient history review — systematically document and audit patient histories to identify patterns and inform individualized urology care plans.
  7. Fluoroscopic examination — perform and interpret fluoroscopic studies to assess the nature and extent of genitourinary disorders in standard clinical presentations.
  8. Interdisciplinary consultation — provide focused urology input to primary care physicians and allied health professionals regarding routine referral cases.
  9. Time management in clinical practice — organize and manage a scheduled patient caseload efficiently across clinic and surgical environments.
  10. Patient education and counseling — explain treatment options for conditions such as urinary incontinence and infertility clearly to patients and families in a clinical office setting.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Complex genitourinary diagnosis — autonomously diagnose and manage multifactorial conditions including bladder cancer, prostate cancer, and premature ejaculation across the full scope of urologic practice.
  2. Advanced surgical intervention — perform laparoscopic, laser-based, and open surgical procedures for urologic malignancies and structural disorders independently in a tertiary care center.
  3. Comprehensive imaging interpretation — integrate radiographic, fluoroscopic, and advanced imaging findings to determine the extent of disease and guide individualized surgical planning.
  4. Non-routine pharmacologic management — design complex antibiotic and adjunct therapeutic regimens for resistant or recurrent urologic infections in high-acuity inpatient settings.
  5. Oncologic screening programs — lead PSA and biomarker-based cancer detection protocols and interpret nuanced results to direct multidisciplinary cancer care pathways.
  6. Lower urinary tract dysfunction management — independently deploy catheters, radium emanation tubes, and diathermy equipment to treat complex voiding and structural dysfunctions.
  7. Urologic consultation leadership — deliver authoritative subspecialty consultation to hospitalists, oncologists, and surgical teams managing patients with complex urologic comorbidities.
  8. Clinical documentation systems — architect and maintain high-quality electronic medical records using integrated medical software to ensure continuity of care across the care continuum.
  9. Evidence synthesis and critical appraisal — evaluate emerging urology research and apply findings to adapt clinical protocols for non-routine patient presentations.
  10. Systems analysis in urology care — assess and optimize diagnostic and treatment workflows within a urology department to improve patient safety and outcome metrics.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Urologic practice strategy — set the clinical and operational direction for a urology division or group practice, aligning services with institutional health system priorities.
  2. Subspecialty training and mentorship — design and lead residency or fellowship curricula in urology, developing the next generation of urologic surgeons in academic medical centers.
  3. Research program leadership — initiate, fund, and oversee clinical trials and translational research programs investigating novel treatments for prostate cancer, infertility, and urologic malignancies.
  4. Organizational quality and safety standards — establish system-level protocols and quality metrics for urologic surgical care, driving measurable improvement across multi-site hospital networks.
  5. Health policy and advocacy — represent urologic surgery expertise in professional societies, regulatory bodies, and health policy forums to shape national standards of urologic care.
  6. Interdisciplinary program development — build and lead multidisciplinary oncology and men's health programs, coordinating urology with oncology, radiology, and pathology at executive level.
  7. Technology adoption and innovation — evaluate, champion, and integrate emerging surgical platforms such as robotic and laser systems into institutional urologic practice at scale.
  8. Workforce planning and personnel development — oversee recruitment, credentialing, and continuing professional development of urology staff, trainees, and advanced practice providers.
  9. Complex systems evaluation — lead organizational review of end-to-end urologic care pathways, identifying systemic gaps and implementing evidence-based redesign across the health enterprise.
  10. Executive communication and thought leadership — author clinical guidelines, deliver keynote presentations, and communicate authoritative urologic expertise to professional and public audiences nationally.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

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How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-generated patient history summaries — reviews AI-produced digests of prior records and diagnostic results to orient initial consultations, confirming all clinical details against source documents Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Basic literature retrieval — uses AI tools to surface relevant urology guidelines and recent studies on conditions such as prostate cancer or bladder dysfunction, then applies personal clinical judgment before acting on any retrieved content WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Developing
  1. Diagnostic test interpretation support — directs AI tools to cross-reference PSA screening values and imaging findings against evidence-based thresholds, retaining full interpretive authority before communicating results to patients Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Clinical documentation drafting — delegates structured note generation and operative report drafts to AI assistants from dictated inputs, then edits for accuracy and completeness before signing Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Differential diagnosis augmentation — integrates AI-ranked differential lists for genitourinary presentations such as erectile dysfunction or urethral stones into clinical reasoning, overriding or reordering AI suggestions based on physical examination findings and patient context Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Treatment protocol comparison — directs AI tools to synthesize multi-source treatment guidelines for conditions including incontinence and infertility, then applies judgment to individualize the chosen regimen for each patient Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Radiographic pre-read review — uses AI-generated pre-reads of fluoroscopic or x-ray images as a preliminary reference point, applying specialist interpretation to finalize findings and guide procedural decisions WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. AI workflow orchestration — designs and governs AI-assisted diagnostic pipelines across the urology practice, setting validation checkpoints, defining escalation criteria for edge cases, and evaluating model outputs against clinical outcomes Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Institutional AI quality oversight — evaluates AI tools for clinical safety, bias, and evidence grounding in urology-specific contexts, establishing department-wide standards for when AI recommendations require specialist override Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Complex case reasoning with AI scaffolding — leads multidisciplinary tumor boards and complex incontinence or cancer staging discussions using AI-synthesized evidence packages as background scaffolding while originating the final clinical plan WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Reading Comprehension
Score: 45.5 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Human-Technology Interaction
human_technology_interaction
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Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication12 statements
Emerging
  1. Patient intake communication — elicits urologic symptoms and voiding history through structured interview while maintaining empathetic rapport with patients presenting sensitive genitourinary complaints Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Diagnostic result explanation — conveys basic PSA screening results and their implications to patients using accessible, non-technical language Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Medical documentation — records patient histories and clinical findings in structured chart notes following standard urologic documentation conventions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Consultation communication — prepares and delivers clear written urology consultation reports to referring physicians detailing diagnosis, findings, and recommended treatment plans Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Informed consent dialogue — explains procedural risks, benefits, and alternatives for urologic interventions such as cystoscopy or lithotripsy to patients with varying health literacy levels Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Multidisciplinary communication — presents urologic cases concisely to oncology or nephrology teams during interdisciplinary rounds, integrating relevant diagnostic data Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Complex diagnosis disclosure — communicates bladder or prostate cancer diagnoses with clinical precision and emotional sensitivity, addressing patient questions about staging, prognosis, and treatment pathways Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Operative reporting — authors comprehensive operative reports for laparoscopic, endoscopic, and open urologic procedures that meet medico-legal and institutional documentation standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Patient education delivery — instructs patients on post-procedural care, catheter management, and medication regimens using tailored verbal and written materials Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Academic and policy writing — authors peer-reviewed manuscripts, clinical guidelines, and institutional protocols advancing urologic practice standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Expert testimony and public communication — delivers authoritative oral and written communications in medico-legal proceedings, professional conferences, and public health forums on urologic disease management Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Mentorship communication — models and coaches trainees and residents in patient-centered urologic communication, providing structured feedback on history-taking and disclosure techniques Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
2Leadership12 statements
Emerging
  1. Operative team awareness — recognizes the roles of surgical nurses, anesthesiologists, and technicians in the urologic operating room and communicates needs clearly to support team function Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Patient advocacy initiation — identifies and escalates patient safety concerns or care gaps in urologic settings to supervising physicians or charge nurses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Self-directed task ownership — takes responsibility for assigned diagnostic workups, including ordering and following up on urethral stone imaging and urinalysis without prompting Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Clinical team coordination — leads pre-operative huddles and post-operative debriefs for urologic surgical cases, ensuring all team members are aligned on patient plan and safety protocols Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Resident guidance — provides direct supervision and corrective instruction to urology residents performing cystoscopy or catheter placement procedures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Department initiative participation — contributes to quality improvement initiatives targeting urologic complication rates or patient throughput in surgical units Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Surgical suite leadership — directs the urologic operating room team through complex minimally invasive and open procedures, making real-time decisions to maintain patient safety and procedural efficiency Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Multidisciplinary team leadership — chairs or co-leads genitourinary oncology tumor boards, integrating input from radiology, pathology, and oncology to establish evidence-based treatment plans Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Practice development — leads implementation of new urologic technologies such as robotic surgical platforms or shock wave lithotripsy units, including staff training and protocol development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Division or department leadership — directs a urology division, setting clinical priorities, managing physician performance, and driving strategic initiatives aligned with institutional goals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Specialty leadership — holds elected or appointed leadership positions in professional organizations such as the American Urological Association, shaping national clinical policy and standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Transformational mentorship — cultivates the next generation of urologic surgeons through structured mentorship programs, research sponsorship, and career pathway development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition12 statements
Emerging
  1. Diagnostic self-monitoring — recognizes the limits of personal clinical knowledge when encountering rare urologic presentations and proactively seeks consultation or references current literature Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Procedural self-assessment — reflects on technical performance after initial cystoscopy or catheter insertion experiences and identifies specific skills requiring further development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Learning strategy awareness — selects appropriate continuing medical education resources, case studies, or simulation labs to address identified gaps in urologic knowledge Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Clinical reasoning review — evaluates personal diagnostic logic after unexpected urologic pathology findings, such as incidental renal masses on imaging, and recalibrates differential diagnosis frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Surgical technique reflection — systematically reviews operative video recordings of laparoscopic urologic procedures to identify technical inefficiencies and plan corrective practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Bias recognition — identifies and corrects cognitive biases such as premature closure when evaluating patients with atypical presentations of urinary tract dysfunction Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Outcomes-driven self-evaluation — tracks personal complication rates, surgical outcomes, and patient satisfaction data against benchmarks to guide targeted professional development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Adaptive clinical reasoning — monitors intraoperative findings in real time against pre-operative expectations and consciously adjusts surgical strategy when anatomical or pathological findings diverge from predictions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Knowledge translation monitoring — evaluates how recently published urologic clinical guidelines are being integrated into personal practice patterns and identifies adoption gaps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Metacognitive modeling — makes personal clinical reasoning processes explicit during teaching rounds, demonstrating to trainees how to identify assumptions and monitor diagnostic uncertainty in urologic workups Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Systemic practice analysis — conducts structured retrospective reviews of case series to identify patterns in diagnostic or surgical decision-making that merit protocol-level correction Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Research self-direction — designs personal scholarly inquiry agenda by critically evaluating gaps in urologic evidence base and aligning research activities with identified knowledge deficiencies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking12 statements
Emerging
  1. Differential diagnosis construction — generates an initial differential for common urologic presentations such as hematuria or urinary retention by applying foundational anatomical and pathophysiological reasoning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Diagnostic test selection — identifies appropriate first-line investigations such as urinalysis, PSA testing, or renal ultrasound for patients presenting with genitourinary symptoms Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Evidence application — applies established clinical guidelines to straightforward urologic cases such as uncomplicated urinary tract infections or urethral stones Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Imaging interpretation — systematically analyzes fluoroscopic, CT urogram, and x-ray findings to determine the nature, location, and severity of urologic disorders including calculi and masses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Risk-benefit analysis — weighs procedural risks, patient comorbidities, and disease severity when determining appropriateness of interventions such as laser lithotripsy versus expectant management Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Test result integration — synthesizes PSA levels, biopsy pathology, and imaging findings to stage prostate cancer and formulate evidence-based treatment recommendations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Complex case adjudication — evaluates multifactorial presentations of lower urinary tract dysfunction by integrating urodynamic study data, patient-reported outcomes, and physical examination findings to reach precise diagnoses Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Treatment plan evaluation — critically appraises alternative urologic treatment modalities including extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, laparoscopy, and open surgery against patient-specific factors to select optimal interventions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Intraoperative decision-making — analyzes unexpected anatomical findings or complications during urologic procedures and makes evidence-informed real-time surgical adjustments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Clinical guideline critique — evaluates the methodological quality of urologic clinical trials and systematic reviews to determine applicability of findings to practice and identify areas requiring further research Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Diagnostic ambiguity resolution — leads case conferences on diagnostically challenging urologic presentations, synthesizing conflicting data streams to reach defensible clinical conclusions and establishing institutional approach frameworks Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Health technology assessment — critically evaluates emerging urologic technologies and pharmaceutical agents for safety, efficacy, and cost-effectiveness prior to institutional adoption Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration12 statements
Emerging
  1. Interdisciplinary respect — demonstrates awareness of and deference to the complementary expertise of radiology, nephrology, and oncology colleagues when co-managing urologic patients Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Care team participation — contributes relevant urologic clinical information to shared electronic health records and team-based care discussions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Patient care handoff — conducts structured handoff communications for urologic inpatients transitioning between surgical and post-operative care teams Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Oncology collaboration — collaborates with medical and radiation oncologists to develop integrated treatment plans for bladder and prostate cancer patients, contributing urologic surgical expertise to multidisciplinary decision-making Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Nursing partnership — works collaboratively with urology nurses and advanced practice providers to coordinate perioperative care, antibiotic prophylaxis, and catheter management protocols Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Primary care coordination — provides timely consultation responses to primary care physicians regarding PSA interpretation and urologic referral pathways, closing communication loops efficiently Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Tumor board leadership and collaboration — actively collaborates within genitourinary tumor boards, integrating pathology, radiology, and oncology inputs with urologic surgical perspective to reach consensus treatment recommendations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Operative team collaboration — coordinates fluidly with anesthesiology, scrub technicians, and circulating nurses throughout complex laparoscopic and robotic urologic procedures to optimize patient safety and efficiency Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Research collaboration — partners with biostatisticians, basic scientists, and clinical colleagues to design and execute urologic clinical trials or translational research studies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Cross-institutional collaboration — leads multi-site urologic research consortia or quality improvement collaboratives, navigating institutional differences to achieve shared clinical or scientific goals Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Interprofessional education collaboration — co-designs interprofessional training programs with nursing, pharmacy, and physical therapy educators to advance holistic urologic patient care competencies across disciplines Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Health system collaboration — partners with hospital administration, health informatics teams, and payer organizations to redesign urologic care pathways that improve outcomes and resource utilization at a population level Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character12 statements
Emerging
  1. Patient confidentiality adherence — handles sensitive genitourinary patient information including sexual health, fertility, and cancer diagnoses with strict adherence to HIPAA and institutional privacy standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Professional honesty — accurately represents the limits of personal clinical experience when discussing complex urologic procedures with patients or supervisors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Accountability for errors — acknowledges and reports adverse events or near-misses in urologic patient care through institutional reporting systems without deflection Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Ethical treatment consent — ensures patients with urologic malignancies receive complete, unbiased information about all treatment options including watchful waiting, enabling autonomous informed decision-making Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Conflict of interest transparency — discloses financial relationships with medical device or pharmaceutical companies when making urologic equipment or medication recommendations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Equitable care provision — provides consistent quality of urologic care across patient populations regardless of insurance status, socioeconomic background, or cultural identity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Difficult news delivery with integrity — discloses cancer diagnoses, treatment failures, and surgical complications to urologic patients with honesty, compassion, and commitment to supporting their decision-making Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Professional boundary maintenance — maintains clear therapeutic boundaries with urologic patients presenting intimate health concerns, ensuring interactions remain clinically appropriate and patient-centered Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Regulatory and legal compliance — adheres to controlled substance prescribing regulations, radiation safety protocols, and surgical credentialing requirements governing urologic practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Ethical leadership in complex cases — leads institutional ethics committee consultations involving urologic patients facing end-of-life decisions, fertility preservation conflicts, or resource allocation dilemmas Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Professional standards stewardship — serves on credentialing committees or peer review boards, impartially evaluating urologic colleague performance and holding the profession accountable to established standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Advocacy for vulnerable populations — advocates publicly and institutionally for equitable access to urologic care for underserved populations, translating ethical commitment into systemic change Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity12 statements
Emerging
  1. Adaptive case management — generates alternative diagnostic approaches when standard urologic workup is inconclusive, proposing non-routine imaging or laboratory evaluations to advance diagnosis Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Patient communication innovation — develops individualized explanatory analogies or visual aids to help patients with low health literacy understand urologic anatomy and disease processes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Problem reframing — reconceptualizes a patient's recurrent urologic symptoms by considering psychosocial, behavioral, and environmental contributors beyond anatomical pathology Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Technical adaptation — adapts standard laparoscopic or endoscopic urologic techniques intraoperatively to accommodate unusual patient anatomy or unexpected surgical findings Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Care pathway innovation — proposes novel patient care workflows for urologic surgery units that reduce pre-operative wait times or improve post-operative recovery protocols Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Research question generation — identifies clinically meaningful but understudied urologic questions by synthesizing patient care experience with gaps observed in current literature Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Surgical innovation — applies creative modifications to established urologic surgical techniques, such as novel trocar configurations in robotic prostatectomy, to address challenging patient anatomy Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Treatment protocol design — designs individualized multi-modal treatment regimens for complex urologic conditions such as neurogenic bladder or refractory erectile dysfunction that integrate pharmacologic, device-based, and behavioral interventions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Educational tool creation — develops simulation models, case-based curricula, or interactive teaching resources for urologic training programs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Pioneering procedural development — develops and validates novel urologic surgical techniques or therapeutic applications, publishing results and presenting at national conferences to advance the field Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Technology innovation — collaborates with biomedical engineers to design or refine urologic instruments, devices, or diagnostic technologies that address unmet clinical needs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Systemic care redesign — architects comprehensive urologic care delivery models that creatively integrate telemedicine, AI-assisted diagnostics, and patient-reported outcomes to transform access and quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset12 statements
Emerging
  1. Feedback receptivity — accepts constructive critique from supervising urologists on procedural technique and diagnostic reasoning without defensiveness, incorporating suggestions into subsequent practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Failure learning — uses unsuccessful diagnostic attempts or procedural complications as learning opportunities by analyzing contributing factors and identifying preventive strategies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. CME engagement — pursues continuing medical education activities in emerging urologic topics such as robotic surgery or immunotherapy for genitourinary cancers to build foundational awareness Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Skill challenge acceptance — voluntarily takes on progressively complex urologic cases beyond current comfort level under appropriate supervision to accelerate technical and clinical development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Peer learning — actively solicits case reviews and technique demonstrations from senior urologic colleagues and integrates observed approaches into personal surgical practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Literature-driven practice updating — regularly reviews journals such as the Journal of Urology and European Urology to update clinical practice in response to emerging evidence Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Subspecialty skill development — pursues formal training in urologic subspecialty areas such as urologic oncology, andrology, or reconstructive urology to expand the scope of safe and effective practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Outcomes-based adaptation — systematically analyzes personal surgical complication and recurrence data and redesigns procedural technique or patient selection criteria in response to identified performance trends Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Teaching as growth — engages in resident and medical student education as a mechanism for deepening personal mastery of urologic fundamentals through the discipline of explanation and demonstration Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Field-wide learning leadership — creates institutional cultures of continuous improvement in urology by establishing regular morbidity and mortality conferences, journal clubs, and simulation-based competency assessments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-disciplinary skill acquisition — pursues deliberate learning in adjacent domains such as health informatics, health economics, or biomedical engineering to drive innovation in urologic care delivery Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Adaptive expertise modeling — demonstrates publicly visible commitment to professional growth by sharing personal learning journeys, including past errors and recalibrations, with trainees and colleagues to normalize lifelong development Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness12 statements
Emerging
  1. Procedural attention management — maintains focused attention during cystoscopy and catheter procedures by applying deliberate concentration techniques to minimize distraction in busy clinical environments Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional regulation awareness — recognizes personal stress responses during high-acuity urologic emergencies and applies basic grounding techniques to maintain clinical composure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Patient presence — gives undivided attention to patient history and symptom narratives during urologic consultations, suspending anticipatory diagnostic judgment to ensure complete information gathering Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Intraoperative focus maintenance — sustains precise attentional control throughout extended laparoscopic or robotic urologic procedures, minimizing attention lapses that increase operative risk Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Compassion fatigue awareness — recognizes early indicators of emotional depletion when repeatedly managing urologic cancer patients and proactively engages personal well-being strategies Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Intentional communication pacing — deliberately slows the pace of patient communication when delivering sensitive diagnoses such as urologic malignancies, creating space for patient processing and questioning Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. High-stakes composure — maintains deliberate emotional and cognitive regulation when managing intraoperative urologic complications, accessing technical knowledge calmly under pressure without reactivity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Patient-centered presence — consistently prioritizes full attentional presence with urologic patients during consultations, resisting electronic health record and administrative interruptions that fragment therapeutic engagement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Self-monitoring in ethical tension — applies mindful self-awareness to recognize personal emotional reactions when navigating ethically complex urologic decisions such as fertility treatment refusal or end-of-life care Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Mindful leadership under pressure — models and teaches emotional regulation and present-moment awareness practices to urologic trainees and surgical team members, cultivating a calm and focused operative culture Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Systemic well-being advocacy — champions institutional mindfulness and burnout prevention programs within urology departments, drawing on personal evidence-informed practices to support colleague well-being Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Contemplative clinical integration — integrates mindfulness-based patient communication and shared decision-making practices into urologic care models, demonstrating measurable improvement in patient satisfaction and adherence outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude12 statements
Emerging
  1. Procedural persistence — sustains effort and focus through technically challenging urologic procedures such as difficult urethral catheterizations, seeking guidance rather than abandoning the task when encountering resistance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotionally demanding case engagement — maintains professional commitment when managing patients with advanced genitourinary malignancies or severe incontinence despite the personal emotional weight of these encounters Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Uncertainty tolerance — continues to function effectively in diagnostic workups for urologic conditions with ambiguous presentations while awaiting definitive biopsy or imaging results Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Surgical complication recovery — responds to intraoperative urologic complications such as vascular injury or ureteral perforation with composed, decisive corrective action rather than panic or withdrawal Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Demanding schedule endurance — sustains clinical performance quality across long operative days and overnight urologic emergency calls without degradation of patient care standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Critical feedback resilience — processes critical peer review or patient outcome feedback regarding urologic surgical results without abandoning commitment to continuous technical improvement Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Sustained oncologic care commitment — maintains clinical and emotional engagement across multi-year treatment relationships with urologic cancer patients experiencing disease progression, recurrence, or treatment failure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. High-volume operative endurance — delivers consistent surgical precision and judgment across full urologic surgical schedules including complex robotic, laparoscopic, and open cases without quality decline Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Advocacy under institutional resistance — persists in advocating for evidence-based urologic practice changes or patient access improvements even when encountering administrative or systemic barriers Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Field-level perseverance — sustains decades-long commitment to advancing urologic patient care through research, teaching, and clinical innovation despite the protracted timelines and frequent setbacks inherent in medical progress Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Crisis leadership endurance — leads urologic departments or surgical teams through prolonged institutional crises such as pandemic disruptions or resource constraints, maintaining team morale and patient care quality under sustained adversity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Courageous professional stance — publicly challenges substandard urologic practices, conflicts of interest in device adoption, or inequitable care policies at institutional or national levels despite professional risk Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. Diagnose or treat diseases or disorders of genitourinary organs and tracts including erectile dysfunction (ED), infertility, incontinence, bladder cancer, prostate cancer, urethral stones, or premature ejaculation.
  2. Examine patients using equipment, such as radiograph (x-ray) machines or fluoroscopes, to determine the nature and extent of disorder or injury.
  3. Order and interpret the results of diagnostic tests, such as prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening, to detect prostate cancer.
  4. Document or review patients' histories.
  5. Prescribe or administer antibiotics, antiseptics, or compresses to treat infection or injury.
  6. Treat urologic disorders using alternatives to traditional surgery such as extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy, laparoscopy, or laser techniques.
  7. Provide urology consultation to physicians or other health care professionals.
  8. Treat lower urinary tract dysfunctions using equipment such as diathermy machines, catheters, cystoscopes, or radium emanation tubes.
CIP education codes
51.120151.120251.140361.010161.010561.010661.011361.011661.011861.012161.012261.012561.019961.020361.020561.020661.020861.020961.021061.021261.021361.021561.021661.021861.029961.030161.039961.080661.080761.080861.080961.081061.081261.081361.081461.081661.081861.089961.090161.090261.090361.090461.099961.130461.150261.150361.160161.169961.170161.170261.179961.180461.190261.200161.200261.209961.230161.230261.230361.239961.250161.259961.9999

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