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Jan 8
Grateful for the many contributions, accomplishments and leadership of our teammates!
See below for @UNCUrology 2025 year in review! Can't wait to see what 2026 has in store! 🚀🚀
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World-class expertise. Local impact. @DrMBWesterman recently joined the Triangle Bladder Cancer Support Group to discuss advances in bladder cancer treatment and connect with patients, survivors, and caregivers. @UNCUrology @UNC_SOM #BladderCancer
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Jun 15
ICYMI: Last month UNC Lineberger's Marc Bjurlin, DO, MSc, FACOS, joined experts from around the world in Italy for the 10th European Conference on Tobacco or Health. Here, the vice chair of research and director of clinical trials in @UNCurology, continued his work of international engagement in tobacco-related research and prevention. med.unc.edu/urology/dr-marc-…
ALT Headshot of Dr. Marc Bjurlin
ALT The image shows three individuals on a panel at the European Conference on Tobacco or Health in Milan from May 20th to 22nd, 2026. A large banner behind them reads "Nicotine Free Spaces for Healthier Cities." Two panelists are seated at a table with microphones, while Dr. Marc Bjurlin stands at a podium with conference branding.
ALT The image shows Dr. Marc Bjurlin standing at a podium, presenting slides at the "European Conference on Tobacco or Health" in Milan. The slide title is "Prognostic Impact of Combustible Smoking Cessation on Bladder Cancer Outcomes" with additional information about survival rates, health statistics, and recurrence risk related to smoking cessation. Two audience members are seated to the side.
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Jun 15
Very excited to welcome @LeviBowers22 to the UNC family as our 2027-2028 Endourology fellow! #GDTBATH @Endo_Society @UNCurology @VUMCurology
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Jun 16
Love this pic featuring his 🤩🤩🤩 @MayoUrology mentor @KSternAZ!
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Jun 16
From Chapel Hill to Istanbul! 🌎 Congratulations to @GopiLNarang on representing UNC Urology as faculty at TALENTS 2026, an international meeting bringing together leaders advancing endourology and minimally invasive surgery. @UNCUrology
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Jun 12
We truly enjoyed hosting Dr. Ashley Matthew, MD, PhD, @AshleyMatthewMD a fellow under the mentorship of Dr. Gabriella Avellino at @BrownUrology. Ashley did an outstanding job during this week’s Male Infertility Microsurgical Course at @WCMUrology, achieving nearly perfect microsurgical outcomes and an exceptionally high patency rate in our animal model. Even more remarkable, her twin sister, Dr. Asia Matthew, @AsiaOnabanjo is also a urologist and is currently completing her residency at @UNCurology. She plans to pursue a male infertility fellowship at Henry Ford Health under the mentorship of Dr. Ali Dabaja, @AliDabajaMD, a @WCMUrology alumnus, and Dr. Amarnath Rambhatla. What an extraordinary coincidence: both sisters earned their MD/PhD degrees from the University of Massachusetts and chose the same specialty—male infertility and reproductive medicine. Their talent, dedication, and passion for advancing men’s reproductive health are truly inspiring. Working with talented and motivated fellows is one of the greatest joys of academic medicine. Nothing is more rewarding than seeing trainees grow into future leaders who advance our field and improve patient care.
@WeillCornell @NYSAUA @SMSNA_ORG @SSMR_malefactor @ASRM @ReproMed_SMRU @VCUUrology @UMassChan
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Jun 11
Congratulations to @DeborahUsinger on receiving the Lifetime Achievement Award from the UNC Network for Research Professionals! 🎉 A well-deserved recognition of her leadership, dedication, and lasting impact on research at Carolina. @UNC_SOM
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Jun 10
Good stuff from UNC Lineberger members Adam Goldstein, MD, MPH, and Marc Bjurlin, DO, MSc, FACOS, calling for shared decision-making about prostate cancer screening being built into health care systems ⬇️
Jun 9
Prostate cancer screening isn't one-size-fits-all. Dr. @MABjurlin discusses the importance of a systems-based approach to help patients make informed screening decisions. #ProstateCancer
@UNCUrology @UNCHealth @UNC_Lineberger @uncfammed
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Jun 9
Prostate cancer screening isn't one-size-fits-all. Dr. @MABjurlin discusses the importance of a systems-based approach to help patients make informed screening decisions. #ProstateCancer
@UNCUrology @UNCHealth @UNC_Lineberger @uncfammed
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Jun 6
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*amazing* opportunity alert!
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Yale Urology is seeking a PGY-3 resident to join our program starting July 1, 2026. We offer exceptional surgical training, high-volume operative experience, all subspecialties, diverse practice settings, research opportunities, and career mentorship. 🧵1 of 2
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UNC Urology's @DrMBWesterman shares insights from the landmark CISTO trial in a recent episode of The UroOnc Minute, highlighting what the findings may mean for patients with high-risk #BladderCancer. @UNCUrology @UNC_Lineberger #AUA26
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Jun 3
What are the most exciting developments in bladder cancer care today? @kategessner_uro shares her perspective in a recent interview with @UrologyTimes from #AUA26.
Watch the discussion: ow.ly/JeoC50Z7eva
@UNC_Lineberger @AmerUrological
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Jun 2
From Chapel Hill to Istanbul 🌏! Congratulations to @GopiLNarang on his invitation to serve as faculty at TALENTS 2026, an international meeting bringing together leaders shaping the future of endourology.
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May 30
Please join us at #AUA26!
Comprehensive Anatomic Robotic Assisted Radical Prostatectomy: Pelvic Fascia Sparing and Evolving Techniques
A focused, high-yield session on pelvic fascia–sparing robotic prostatectomy and evolving approaches.
Instructional Course 043IC
Sunday, May 17 | 10am – 12pm
@jimhumd @KGUROmd @DrMBWesterman
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May 30
🕵️♀️🕵️♂️🕵️♀️🕵️♂️ we spy @OHSUUroRes-bound superstar @kpoulos_
Fun evening with @UNC_SOM: Back-to-back events starting with the AOA induction ceremony followed by a baseball game with classmates! Such an exciting season of transition and celebration 🐏💙
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🕵️♂️🕵️♀️🕵️♂️🕵️♀️ we spy our @uncchildrens star, Dr B ❤️🙏
May 28
In this episode of #AUANews Inside Tract, Dr. Tim Bukowski and Valerie Welch take listeners behind the scenes of a long‑running pediatric urology mission in Belize—most recently supported by a Urology Care Foundation Humanitarian Grant. They explore how a multispecialty, continuity‑based model is transforming care for children with complex conditions such as spina bifida. From surgical innovation and telehealth to local workforce training and lifelong patient relationships, the conversation highlights the power of sustainable global health partnerships and their lasting impact on both patients and providers.
Listen here 👉 bit.ly/4u5Yrlb
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Is there value in correcting bladder outlet obstruction (BOO) from BPH prior to radiation for prostate cancer🤔? There sure is. Sequencing is key. Less complications that way. Check out our new publication:
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@HMethodistUro @CarlosARiverosS @RenilTitus @OlamideOmidele @UroAnnie @JohnnySuMD @DrRajSat @SocietyofBPD @UroOnc @ARRO_org @AndrewFarach @HMethodistMD
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Urology@UNC retweeted
May 29
🚨LAST CHANCE to join Early-Career Investigators Workshop (ECIW), urology’s premier research grant proposal skill development course! Be a part of the future of urologic discovery! Attendees of this collaborative workshop will gain insights into the scientific review process, information about independent funding sources, and individualized grant writing guidance.
👉 Applications due June 1, 2026!
Apply now ➡️ bit.ly/3P6KqFt
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Urology@UNC retweeted
May 28
The American Society of Clinical Oncology (@ASCO) will host its annual meeting in Chicago, from May 29 – June 3. We're so excited for all the Lineberger members who will be participating to share their latest research findings and clinical insights! #ASCO26 unclineberger.org/news/unc-l…
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