Navy Officer Subspecialty · Medical
15J0 Urology, General
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Overview
General urologists diagnose and treat disorders of the urinary tract and male reproductive organs. They perform endoscopic procedures and surgery and manage kidney, bladder, and prostate conditions.
Core Skills
- urologic diagnosis
- urinary tract procedures
- endoscopic surgery
- stone management
- prostate care
- renal function evaluation
- perioperative patient management
- surgical team leadership
- clinical documentation
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
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Career Growth
- American Board of Urology Board Certification
- Certified Physician Executive (CPE)
Also Common
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
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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