Urology combines Greek roots to name a medical branch focused on surgical and medical diseases of the urinary system and male reproductive organs. Organs under this domain include kidneys, adrenal glands, ureters, urinary bladder, urethra, testes, epididymides, vasa deferentia, seminal vesicles, prostate, and penis.
Ethiopia began its first residency program accepting general practitioners in 2010 for a five-year duration. This initiative marked the start of formal training programs within the country following global standards.
As of 2022, there are 146 residency programs offering 356 categorical positions in the United States. The number of available positions grew from 278 in 2012 to 356 in 2022.
The 2011 market situation showed a de facto monopoly held by one publicly held corporation that controls most robotic equipment available for urologic procedures today. Critics argue that the extra cost may not justify the clinical advantages for patients.
Seven subspecialties are recognized by the American Urological Association including Oncology, Calculi, Female Urology, Infertility care, Pediatrics, Transplant surgery, and Neurourology. These areas cover malignant diseases, stone management, pelvic disorders, reproductive issues, congenital abnormalities, organ transplantation, and nervous system control disruptions.