Urology Research
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Discovering Research Breakthroughs

We excel in urologic care, education and research, advancing the field through innovative practices and treatments.

Overview

Building on a legacy of significant advancements, the department conducts research across diverse urologic issues and continues to make groundbreaking discoveries. Many full-time clinical faculty participate in varied research projects, while over 10 full-time laboratory faculty concentrate entirely on lab research, positioning the department as a leader in urologic research.

The U-M Medical School Department of Urology research covers a wide array of topics, providing a well-rounded perspective on the field's challenges. This diversity equips the department and its physicians to implement innovative, well-researched best practices for patient care.

The department's dedicated research labs focus on specific urologic aspects, contributing significantly to establishing best practices and enhancing health outcomes for patients with urologic concerns.

Research Areas
Clinical Research

Explore our clinical research in urology, where innovative studies and expert faculty drive advancements in patient care and treatment outcomes.

Health Services Research

Learn about our health services research in urology, aimed at improving healthcare delivery, policy, and outcomes through comprehensive, patient-centered studies.

Translational Science Research

Discover our translational science research in urology, bridging laboratory discoveries with clinical applications to enhance patient care and treatment strategies.

Enhancing Patient Quality of Life

Discover our innovative Quality of Life Tools designed to empower patients and improve overall well-being. Our research focuses on developing practical resources and strategies to address the unique challenges faced by individuals with urologic conditions, ensuring they receive personalized care that enhances their daily lives.

Explore our Quality of Life Tools
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Department News
Dr. Dupree named President of SSMR
Congratulations to Dr. Jim Dupree for being named the President of the Society for the Study of Male Reproduction (SSMR). SSMR is the AUA’s professional society responsible for reproductive urology in the US and abroad, including administering the andrology fellowship match.
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Dr. Jim Dupree named ASRM Director-At-Large
Congratulations to Dr. Dupree for being elected to the American Society for Reproductive Medicine’s (ASRM’s) Board of Directors as a Director-at-Large!
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Health Lab
Study validates IVF data accuracy of national commercial claims database
A study finds CDM can be used with accuracy to identify IVF cycles covered by insurance and key clinical outcomes, such as rates of pregnancies, live births, and live birth types. The results also demonstrated that CDM is an accurate and comprehensive data source with many potential use cases by a broad array of stakeholders. 
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Celebrating Dr. Kielb's Humanitarian Award Achievement
Congratulations to Dr. Stephanie Kielb for being honored with the Urology Care Foundation Humanitarian Award for the second time!
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Michigan Urology Global Health Update
Drs. Efe Chantal Simons, Priyanka Gupta, and Stephanie Kielb visited Rwanda in May for a surgical mission focused on treating obstetric fistula.
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Nurse Practitioner Recall of Men's Health Content in NP Program Curricula
This is the first paper attempting to quantify men’s health topics as part of the NP curriculum.