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#Live at #WSAUA2024 : Our very own, Harcharan Gill, MD, kicks off the opening session at #WSAUA2024 on ‘Urothelial Cancers, Testis & Penile Cancers’ as the moderator. Harchi is bringing the energy in style with his vibrant Aloha shirt!

Here is what to expect on the opening day of #WSAUA!

It’s a Stanford Urology takeover on BackTable Urology Two of our finest team up on the recent BackTable Urology podcast as Jay Shah hosts Eugene Shkolyar to discuss the process of securing a first job out of training. The conversation covers the importance of introspection, geography, and mentorship. Eugene Shkolyar also delves into practical aspects of networking, job offer negotiation, and the balance between professional aspirations and personal life. He also shares personal experiences from this career milestone. Listen to the podcast here: https://lnkd.in/gYvwhNCj Stanford University Stanford University School of Medicine Stanford Health Care #CareerTips #UrologyCareers #Urology #Stanford

Thrilled to announce that we are expanding our residency program to 4 residents per year starting next match cycle! More talent, more opportunities. A big shoutout to our residency director Simon Conti, TJ Bains, and the entire team for making this happen! #MedEd #UrologyResidency #UroResidency #StanfordUrology

Empowering Future Urologists Ruth Belay recently led an intuitive robotic lab training session for our first and second-year residents on bedside and basics. #MedEd #StanfordUrology #Urology #UrologyResidency Stanford University School of Medicine

Stanford Urology team wins the Quality and Performance Improvement Award! The Quality and Performance Improvement Award recognizes exceptional achievement in sustained improvement in patient outcomes. Ryan Sun, MD, and his team at Stanford Urology have achieved a remarkable increase in timely urgent patient assessments. The team was able to streamline the identification and prioritization of urgent cases and optimize referral process by restructuring clinic workflows to accommodate the increased demand. The results of their efforts are nothing short of extraordinary. Within months, Stanford Urology clinics witnessed a staggering increase in the number of patients receiving timely urgent assessments. From a baseline of three urgent patients seen within 10 days of referral per week, the team achieved an astounding 166% increase, now averaging eight of such timely urgent assessments weekly. This signifies more than just numerical progress; it represents a tangible improvement in patient care and outcomes. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gVV7k9PY

We are delighted to share that Polly Leung has been announced as the recipient of the 2024 Anne G. Crowe Spirit Award. The Anne G. Crowe Spirit Award is given to two winners annually by the Stanford School of Medicine to those who are selected for their outstanding dedication, initiative, motivation, positive attitude and customer service to those they support. Polly is the Associate Director of Finance at the Department of Urology and has been with us for over 14 years. During that time she has become known as a reliable source for advice and friendship. Polly has developed an extensive network among the Stanford community through her positivity, patience, and hard work and continues to bring joy to the team with her ever-present enthusiasm and cheerful demeanor, Congratulations Polly!

We are excited to announce that Lay Teng Ang, PhD, has been appointed as an Assistant Professor at the Department of Urology. Born and raised in Singapore, Lay Teng became a first-generation college student before earning her PhD. from the University of Cambridge. She completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Genome Institute of Singapore and has been recognized with the Additional Ventures Career Development Award. Her research has garnered support from prestigious institutions, including the Thomas & Stacey Siebel Foundation, the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine, and the Stanford Maternal & Child Health Research Institute. Her laboratory is dedicated to developing the cellular building blocks to assemble bladder tissues by converting human pluripotent stem cells into urothelial and vascular cells. Beyond her professional life, Lay Teng has recently discovered a passion for sculpting clay and ceramics, which also helps cultivate her creativity. She enjoys attending classes at a local studio, where she finds inspiration and connection with others who share her interest. She is thrilled to join Stanford Urology, where she looks forward to establishing a vibrant research program and contributing to our mission in urology research. Please join us in welcoming Lay Teng Ang to the Department of Urology.

Welcoming Ruth Belay, MD- Clinical Instructor of Urology We are excited to announce that Ruth Belay, a familiar face to many of us and a recent graduate of our Urologic Oncology fellowship, has been appointed as a Clinical Instructor at the Department of Urology. Born in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Ruth grew up in the United States. She completed medical school and a urology residency at Loma Linda University in Southern California before completing her Urologic Oncology fellowship at Stanford Urology. During her fellowship, Ruth celebrated a significant personal achievement as well- marrying her best friend, Dadafi Bakuto, and welcomed their daughter, Elim, adding a joyful new chapter to their lives. They love exploring local coffee shops and taking their dog, Eko, to the park, where they enjoy the simple joy of spending time together. Ruth is passionate about advancing urology through interdisciplinary research, developing innovative clinical solutions, and fostering a culture of advocacy and responsibility. Welcome Ruth! #UroOnc #urology #stanford