Officer Subspecialty
UROL
Urology
An officer subspecialty earned alongside a primary designator, marking advanced education or experience in this field.
Description
Urology is a surgical subspecialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases involving the urinary tract in men, women, and children. This includes disorders of the kidney, ureter, bladder, and urethra. In addition, urologists treat conditions involving some of the endocrine and male reproductive organs, including the adrenal glands, prostate, and male external genitalia.
Core Skills
- urologic diagnosis
- urinary tract surgery
- endoscopic procedures
- laparoscopic surgery
- robotic surgery
- prostate disease management
- renal condition management
- patient counseling
- perioperative care
Common Certifications
- American Board of Urology Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Certified Physician Executive
- Certified Medical Director
- Fundamental Critical Care Support
Civilian Career Paths
- SURGICAL TECHNOLOGY
- CLINICAL TECHNICIAN
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Fundamental Critical Care Support
- American Board of Urology Qualifying Examination
Career Growth
- American Board of Urology Certification
- Certified Physician Executive
- Certified Medical Director
- Fellowship in Urologic Oncology
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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