Air Force AFSC · Medical
45UX Urologist
Overview
A Urologist provides care to men and women for diseases of the urinary tract and male reproductive system. The officer uses medication and surgery to address each patient's specific care needs.
Core Skills
- clinical diagnosis and treatment planning
- surgical procedure planning and execution
- medical imaging interpretation
- electronic health record documentation
- interdisciplinary care coordination
- patient education and informed consent
- quality and safety protocol adherence
- data-driven clinical decision making
- time management in high-volume clinics
- confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
Civilian Software & Tools
- Epic Systems
- eClinicalWorks EHR software
- MEDITECH software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Word
- Allscripts PM
Civilian Career Paths
- Physician
- Surgery
Training & Development
Getting Started
- State Medical License (MD/DO)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Career Growth
- Board Certification in Urology (ABU)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
What the Work Involves
- 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.
- Examine patients using equipment, such as radiograph (x-ray) machines or fluoroscopes, to determine the nature and extent of disorder or injury.
- Order and interpret the results of diagnostic tests, such as prostate specific antigen (PSA) screening, to detect prostate cancer.
- Document or review patients' histories.
- Prescribe or administer antibiotics, antiseptics, or compresses to treat infection or injury.
Related Occupations
- Pediatric Surgeons
- Cardiologists
- Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric
- General Internal Medicine Physicians
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: graduate-level education or extensive experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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