AUA2026 Residents Forum Panel: Contract Negotiation

Moderator

Loren Smith, MD

Panelists

Jyoti Chouhan, DO, Mara Holton, MD Jay Simhan, MD, FACS

PharmD, MBA, FACS

Brought to you by the AUA Residents and Fellows Committee and originally presented during the Residents Forum program at AUA2026 in Washington, DC, this panel discussion features moderator Dr. Loren Smith and panelists Dr. Jyoti Chouhan, Dr. Mara Holton, and Dr. Jay Simhan as they discuss the fundamentals of contract negotiation.

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A Career by Design: Lessons from an Executive Physician Leader

Guest: Betty Chu, MD, MBA

Host: Stephen Riggs, MD, MBA

What does it take to intentionally build a career as an executive physician leader? In this episode, Dr. Betty Chu, Senior Vice President and CMO of Advocate Health, shares her personal journey and the lessons she's learned along the way. She offers practical advice for aspiring physician leaders on finding the right opportunities, understanding what to look for in a company, and taking purposeful steps to design a career that aligns with their goals, values, and vision.

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Strategies for the Use of Miscellaneous J Codes in Urology Practice - An AUA and Johnson & Johnson Collaboration

Guest: Edna Maldonado, CPC, ASC-UR, ICD-10-CM AHIMA Trainer

Host: Jennifer Miles-Thomas, MD, MBA, URPS

As advances in therapies and treatments continue to expand patient care options, how can urology practices confidently navigate the complexities often associated with miscellaneous (misc.) J codes? In this episode, coding expert, Edna Maldonado, joins our host, Dr. Jennifer Miles-Thomas, to discuss a newly developed practice resource created through a collaboration between the AUA and Johnson & Johnson to help urology practices better understand and navigate these complexities. Learn how this complimentary resource provides practical guidance to help practices better understand misc. J codes, strengthen workflows, confidently address common challenges, and better manage the reimbursement process. Click HERE to download the free PDF.

Access, download, and share the free resource discussed in this episode - Strategies for the Use of Miscellaneous J Codes in Urology Practice - an AUA and Johnson & Johnson collaboration.

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A Guide to Call Pay for the Urologist

Guest: Terrence Regan, MD

Host: Micheal Darson, MD

Physician call pay is shaped by a complex mix of history, regulation, and operational realities. In this episode, Dr. Terrence Regan joins our host, Dr. Micheal Darson, to unpack the evolution of physician call compensation, discuss the role of EMTALA and OIG guidance, and share practical considerations for evaluating and structuring call pay arrangements.

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The Past is the Prelude to the Future

Guest: William F. Gee, MD

Host: Jennifer Miles-Thomas, MD, MBA, URPS

In this special milestone episode, Dr. Bill Gee joins our host, Dr. Jennifer Miles-Thomas, to reflect on the healthcare industry's remarkable evolution - from physician payment models and government intervention to the rise of ancillary services and emerging innovations. As we celebrate more than 100 epsiodes, we're looking back at the forces that shaped healthcare and forward to the changes that will define its future.

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Co-Host: Hans Arora, MD, PhD

Co-Host: Phillip M. Pierorazio, MD

Join Dr. Hans Arora and Dr. Phillip Pierorazio as they explore how coaching is reshaping surgical education and professional growth. From distinguishing coaching vs. mentoring to overcoming common misconceptions, this conversation dives into the real impact of coaching - building trust, navigating challenges, and empowering the next generation of urologists.

Free Resource:

Transitioning from Residency to Practice Manual - The AUA's Young Urologists Committee updates this manual annually with advice and information on transitioning to practice.

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Surgical Coding and Documentation Guidelines

Guest: Jonathan N. Rubenstein, MD

Tune in for this special episode that highlights key surgical coding and documentation guidelines originally presented during the 2025 AUA Coding Seminar. Whether you're reviewing the fundamentals or expanding your knowledge; you'll find practical takeaways. If you'd like to sharpen your skills even further, check out the 2026 AUA Coding Seminar Webcast, originally offered irtually on July 11.

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In this episode of the Capitol Stream series, members of the AUA's Government Advocacy and Policy team take listeners inside the effort to elevate men's health as a national public health priority. Melika Zand, Vanessa Cramer, and Mike Collins discuss the urgent health disparities facing men in the United States, the bipartisan push behind the State of Men's Health Act, and the strategy for building support in Congress. They also explain how coalitions, clinicians, patients, and constituents can help move the bill forward and advocate for a dedicated federal Office of Men's Health.

Use of Ambient Listening AI Scribes: Improved Wellness and Efficiency in the Outpatient Setting

Guest: Vikram M. Narayan, MD, FACS

Host: Micheal Darson, MD

What is ambient listening technology (ALT) and why does it matter for urologists? In this episode, Dr. Vikram Narayan, Associate Chief Health Informatics Officer at Emory Healthcare, joins Dr. Micheal Darson to explore how ALT is changing outpatient care. Tune in as they review data on clinician and financial impact, discuss key risks, and deliver practical strategies for safe, effective adoption in a way that helps clinicians spend less time documenting and more time caring for patients - while keeping patient trust and safety front and center.

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In this episode of AUANews Insight Tract, Drs. Divya Ajay and Evalynn Vasquez share their experiences participating in the AUA Academic Exchange Program in Brazil. From observing complex reconstructive procedures with Dr. Ubirajara Barroso in Salvador to engaging with the Brazilian urology community, they reflect on how international collaboration reshapes perspectives on training, patient care, and innovation.