AUA Leadership and Business

Navigating Healthcare Policy and Regulation in Urology

Guest: Eugene Rhee, MD, MBA

Host: Micheal Darson, MD

Tune in and journey through the last decade of AUA Public Policy, acknowledging the most explosive growth seen amongst urologists across the United States engaged in the national conversaiton of policy and regulation in urology. Dr. Micheal Darson welcomes Dr. Eugene Rhee, whom many know as a driving force in AUA Urologic Advocacy, for this dynamic conversation. Listen now as Dr. Rhee shares his perspectives, experiences, and expert insights on urology advocacy work. AUA

Advocacy and Public Policy Resources

• Advocacy - American Urological Association (AUAnet.org)
• www.auasummit.org
• www.myauapac.org
• Gallagher Health Policy Scholar Program - American Urological Association (AUAnet.org)
• Holtgrewe Legislative Fellowship Program - American Urological Association (AUAnet.org)

Collaboration and Competition in Urology - Finding the Right Balance

Guest: Alan Wein, MD, PhD, (Hon), FACS

Host: Stephen Riggs, MD, MBA

Tune in to explore how collaboration and competition intersect in urology, driving both innovation and individual growth. Gain new insights on the balance between teamwork in patient care and the competitive pursuit of excellence among urology professionals. 

Urology Practice Management - Overcoming Operational Challenges

Guest: Brad Lerner, MD, FACS, CASC

Host: Jennifer Miles-Thomas, MD, MBA

  Join Dr. Jennifer Miles-Thomas and Dr. Brad Lerner as they focus on practical solutions for addressing key challenges in urology practice management, including staffing, revenue cycle management, and physician retention. Discover actionable insights to improve operations and enhance the patient experience in your practice.

Parenting In Urology - AUA Young Urologists Committee

Host: Carmen Tong, DO

       

Guests: Christina Carpenter, MD; Chloe Peters, MD

This episode is brought to you by the AUA Young Urologists Committee. Explore the challenges and triumphs of balancing parenthood with a career in urology. Tune in as Drs. Tong, Carpenter, and Peters share essential insights on leave policies, mental well-being, and strategies to navigate the unique demands of being both a physician and a parent.

Free Resource:

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

Mastering ICD-10-CM: The Key to Accurate Billing & Quality Care

Guest: Edna Maldonado, CPC, ACS-UR

This episode is a special release of content featured in the AUA Practice Management & Coding Program On-Demand (2024). Whether you're a seasoned provider or coder, or new to the field, listen in as Edna Maldonado, Urology Coding Expert and Coding Manager for United Urology Group, offers valuable insights on the importance of the correct utilization of ICD-10-CM diagnosis codes for accurate coding, accurate billing, compliance with regulations, and overall quality patient care. 

Looking for more practice management and coding education? Visit AUAUniversity for more information or to register for the AUA Practice Management & Coding Program On-Demand (2024). 

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Reflecting at Mid-Career - What Questions Do You Ask?

Guest: Robert Abouassaly, MD

Host: Micheal Darson, MD

This episode explores the transition from early to mid-career as a physician and the important questions and reflections that may accompany this stage. Dr. Micheal Darson and Dr. Robert Abouassaly discuss how to navigate career growth, manage work-life balance, and position yourself for long-term success. Tune in for practical tips and personal insights on building a fulfilling career and life as a physician.

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Instituting a Program to Improve Operating Room Efficiency

Guest: Andrew Harris, MD

Host: Micheal Darson, MD

Looking to boost efficiency in your Operating Room? Tune into this episode as Dr. Andrew Harris offers qualified, practical advice on how to approach inefficiency in the operating room, the leadership skills necessary to induce change, effective change management, and program improvement methodology. 

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Instituting a Well-Being Program

Guest: Chad W.M. Ritenour, MD

Host: Micheal Darson, MD

Dr. Chad Ritenour joins Dr. Micheal Darson to discuss the importance of increased focus on health care worker well-being and offers advice on developing a well-being program for your organization. 

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How to Prepare for a Urology Interview - From First Job to C-Suite

Guest: J. Stephen Jones, MD, FACS, MBA

Host: Jennifer Miles-Thomas, MD, URPS

In this episode, Dr. J. Stephen Jones shares his remarkable career journey from his first job to his current position as President and CEO of Inova Health System. Tune in to hear this enlightening discussion filled with expert advice and guidance that will inspire and empower you on your own journey. 

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How Artificial Intelligence (AI) is Transforming Healthcare and its Impact on Urology Practices

Guest: Jeffery Daigrepont, Senior Vice President, Coker Group

One of the nine courses included in the Institute for Leadership & Business (ILB) Track On-Demand, this episode features Jeffery Daigrepont, Senior Vice President at Coker Group, sharing his expertise on how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming healthcare and its impact on urology practices. Listen in as Mr. Daigrepont takes a closer look at how AI is solving problems and what's on the horizon!

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