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Urology Clinical Research

Research in the U-M Medical School Department of Urology spans a wide range of topics, offering a well-rounded perspective on many of the challenges facing the field of urology. 

This broad span helps prepare the Department, as well as its many physicians, to be able to call upon innovative, thoroughly researched best practices when treating patients.

Endourology

Discover the groundbreaking endourology clinical research, where we are advancing minimally invasive techniques to transform patient care.

Men's Health & Reconstruction

Explore the cutting-edge research in men's health and reconstruction, focusing on pioneering solutions for complex urological conditions.

Neurourology & Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery

Delve into the leading research in neurourology and pelvic reconstructive surgery, with a focus on developing advanced treatments to enhance patient care.

Pediatric Urology

Learn about the pioneering research in pediatric urology, where there is a dedication to advancing treatments and improving outcomes for children's urological conditions.

Urologic Oncology

Uncover the cutting-edge research in urologic oncology, dedicated to developing innovative cancer treatments and enhancing patient outcomes.

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Department News
Dr. Ghani appointed Director of Research for Endourological Society
Dr. Ghani has been appointed as the new Director of Research for the Endourological Society.
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More men with prostate cancer are avoiding unnecessary surgery
Researchers at University of Michigan showed that the proportion of patients undergoing prostatectomy for the lowest risk type of cancer dropped over fivefold between 2010 to 2024.
Department News
Susanne Quallich Named 2025 APP of the Year
Dr. Susanne Quallich of the U-M Medical School Department of Urology was selected as 2025 APP of the Year by the American Urological Association.
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Health Lab
Telehealth didn’t increase Medicare visits, but drove down post-visit costs
Concerns about telehealth’s potential to lead to more in-person care and higher costs are not panning out, which has implications for extending COVID-era flexibility.
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Health Lab Podcast
Do penile implants work for erectile dysfunction?
For people with erectile dysfunction, penile prosthesis surgery provides a safer, and more successful treatment option, than you might think.
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Health Lab
Urine-based test detects aggressive prostate cancer
Researchers at have validated a previously developed urine test, which can potentially bypass invasive procedures for prostate cancer detection among men who are unlikely to benefit.