Vision
Duke Urology, is a world leader in compassionate, transformational urologic care for all patients
Mission
Advancing urologic health as a leader in world-class multi-disciplinary research; transformative education; and compassionate, innovative, and exceptional urologic care for all patients
More than eight decades of experience in caring for patients with urologic diseases has established Duke’s Department of Urology as a world leader in urologic care, research, and education. Past leadership includes some of the most distinguished and honored names in urology.
In support of improving patient care, our commitment to Healthcare Education by the team for the team ensures the quality of educational programs by adhering to Essential Areas and Elements established by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME); the Accreditation Council on Pharmacy Education's (ACPE) Criteria for Quality and Interpretive Guidelines, and the Scope and Standards of Practice for Nursing Professional Development enforced by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC).
The Department of Urology offers opportunities for education and professional development to the entire health care team through a variety of conferences and symposiums at Duke and around the world. To receive e-mails or mailings about our courses, send your contact information to dukeurocme@duke.edu.
Duke Friday in Urology
Regional
Over the past 40 years attendees have been engaged through moderated lectures, supplemented with video surgical presentations, interactive panel discussions, and case discussions presented by Duke faculty and nationally recognized guest lecturers, making it one of the most respected and recognized conferences of its kind.
Leading Edge Urology: Duke Urologic Assembly and Urologic Cancer Symposium
National
The specialty of urology is rapidly changing as a result of the tremendous growth in urologic cancers, diseases, and the treatment of these conditions, generating a great need for knowledge and up-to-date information. Additionally, changes as a result of improved technology and treatments, health care reform, and professional certifications increase providers’ need for knowledge.
Over eight decades of experience in caring for patients with urologic diseases has established Duke's Department of Urologic Surgery as a world leader in urologic care, research and education. In partnership with our colleagues in the Duke Cancer Institute, the LEADING EDGE UROLOGY: Duke Urologic Assembly has expanded to include the Duke Urologic Cancer Symposium. This expanded educational conference features lectures by Duke and guest urologists, medical and radiation oncologists. We have assembled an outstanding roster of national experts, participating in a comprehensive scientific program that provides cutting-edge updates on the most effective and efficient diagnostic and treatment options in the sub-specialties of urology.
Accreditation
In support of improving patient care, Duke University Health System Department of Clinical Education and Professional Development is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the health care team.