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Early Bird Registration for the USANZ & ANZUNS 2027 ASM Brisbane is now open! Register now to secure your place at the discounted Early Bird rate. Early Bird Registration will close on Friday 15 January. Find out more here: 2027. asm.usanz.org.au/registration/

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Share your experience on the topic of “Disability and Surgical Training: How can surgery break barriers for aspiring surgeons with disabilities?” for your chance to win free registration to attend USANZ 2027 in Brisbane. Applications close Monday 30 November 2026. asm.usanz.org.au/.../are-you-...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Strong media interest continues following USANZ’s prostate cancer release with coverage across 20 NewsCorp sites USANZ Vice President Ashani Couchman reinforces the importance of men discussing their individual risk & testing with their GP without waiting for symptoms www.news.com.au/lifestyle/he...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

To support the participation of individuals from underrepresented groups in our community, the USANZ DE&I Committee is offering 4 complimentary registrations to attend #USANZ27 in Brisbane from 27 Feb– 2 Mar 27 Applications close Monday 30th Nov More details here: asm.usanz.org.au/.../urologic...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Stay up to date with information for your USANZ Section Meeting. Next Week: Tas Early Bird Registrations Close & Vic Meeting Starts 9th October. This week: Northern Meeting Starts 2nd October. For more details go to: www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The São Paulo Meeting of Urology, organised by the Brazilian Society of Urology was held from 3 to 6 Sept 2026. Following an EOI earlier in the year, the USANZ Lecture was given by Jeremy Grummet. Read Jeremy's reflections from his time in Brazil here: usanz.org.au/news-updates...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Also at ERUS26,USANZ Member Professor Declan Murphy promoted USANZ 2027 ASM during his Plenary Lecture. Declan highlighted that the International Faculty and news that the Harry Harris Oration will be delivered by former Wallabies captain John Eales AM. Great to see USANZ's ASM on the world stage!

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Congratulations to USANZ Member Dale Wood who was presented with the prestigious Alex Mottrie Award at the the recent @uroweb.org Robotic Urology Section (ERUS) Meeting in Padua, Italy. More than 1,200 delegates attended including approximately 30 representatives from Australia & New Zealand

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month & USANZ Members continue to feature in media discussion of this important public health issue.Starts at 60,published an article with USANZ Genitourinary Oncology SAG Leader Weranja Ranasinghe,as well as a patient Norman Beck startsat60.com/media/norman...

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Norman thought his toilet troubles were down to coffee. It turned out to be prostate cancer

Norman Beck thought his urinary troubles were caused by coffee. He shares his prostate cancer experience and why he’s glad he spoke to his GP.

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Stay up to date with information for your USANZ Section Meeting. Next Week: Northern Meeting Starts 2nd October. For more details go to: www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

USANZ is pleased to announce that SET5 Urology Trainee Andrew Silagy will represent USANZ at the Indonesian Urological Association ASM in West Java from 30 Sept -3 Oct 2026. USANZ congratulates Andrew on this opportunity and looks forward to hearing about his experience following the meeting.

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

To support the participation of individuals from underrepresented groups in our community, the USANZ DE&I Committee is offering four complimentary registrations to attend the USANZ Annual Scientific Meeting (ASM) in Brisbane from 27 February – 2 March 2027. More here asm.usanz.org.au/registration...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Stay up to date with information for your USANZ Section Meeting. This Week: TAS Abstract Submission Close & WA Meeting Starts 18 September. For more details go to: www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

The Annual International Bladder Cancer Group (IBCG) Retreat was recently held in Houston. USANZ was well-represented at the event, with Shomik Sengupta ,Weranja Ranasinghe and Dickon Hayne in attendance. Thank you to Shomik who sent in the photograph below, taken with IBCG President Ashish Kamat.

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

SAVE THE DATE for #USANZ27! 27th February to 2nd March 2027 in Brisbane. More details here: asm.usanz.org.au

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Share your experience on the topic of “Disability and Surgical Training: How can surgery break barriers for aspiring surgeons with disabilities?” for your chance to win free registration to attend USANZ 2027 in Brisbane. Applications close 30 Nov. More details here: asm.usanz.org.au/.../are-you-...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

USANZ Vice-President Ashani Couchman was recently interviewed by Body+Soul about common myths about urinary tract infections. Read the Body+Soul article below. USANZ thanks Ashani for offering expert commentary to this important public healthcare discussion. www.bodyandsoul.com.au/houseofwelln...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

USANZ was recently invited to participate in the UNSW Women in Surgery Symposium. USANZ Members Danielle Delaney and Amanda Chung attended the Symposium on behalf of USANZ sharing their knowledge and practical experience with young women interested in pursuing careers in surgery.

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Stay up to date with information for your USANZ Section Meeting. Next Week: TAS Abstract Submission Close & WA Meeting Starts 18 September. This Week: SANT Early Bird Registrations Close www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Share your experience on the topic of “Disability and Surgical Training: How can surgery break barriers for aspiring surgeons with disabilities?” for your chance to win free registration to attend USANZ 2027 ASM in Brisbane. For more details, go to: asm.usanz.org.au/registration...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

USANZ supports Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia in asking the Australian Government to reconsider its intention to end funding for its Prostate Cancer Specialist Nursing Program from 30 June 2027. www.pcfa.org.au/news-media/n...

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PCFA condemns decision to defund specialist prostate cancer nurses | PCFA

PCFA condemns decision to defund specialist prostate cancer nurses

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Stay up to date with information for your USANZ Section Meeting. Next Week: SANT Early Bird Registrations Close This Week: Northern Abstract Submissions and Early Bird Registrations Close www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

Final Call for Abstract Submissions! Submissions for the USANZ & ANZUNS 2027 ASM Brisbane close tomorrow, Monday 31 August 2026. Please finalise and submit your abstracts. For more details, go to: asm.usanz.org.au/abstracts-op...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Abstract Submissions for the USANZ & ANZUNS 2027 ASM will close on MONDAY! For more details, go to: asm.usanz.org.au/abstracts-op...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Stay up to date with information for your USANZ Section Meeting. Next Week: Northern Abstract Submissions & Early Bird Registrations Close This Week: SANT Abstract Submissions Close www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Abstract Submissions for the USANZ & ANZUNS 2027 ASM will close in 1 week! Don’t leave it until the last minute to submit your abstract. For more details, go to: asm.usanz.org.au/abstracts-op...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Updated Guidelines for Early Detection of Prostate Cancer have generated significant media interest. USANZ President Prof Damien Bolton spoke with The Age about risk-based PSA testing, increased use of MRI before biopsy and earlier detection. Read more: www.theage.com.au/healthcare/m...

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Mike almost missed his aggressive cancer. An overhaul of prostate screening rules aims to stop this happening again

In a shake-up of national guidelines designed to detect Australia’s most common cancer earlier, high-risk groups will be offered screening from the age of 45.

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Following a recent call for EOI's, USANZ is pleased to announce Matthew Hong as 2028 ASM Convenor and Marlon Perera as Scientific Committee Chair #USANZ28 will be in Adelaide from 4–7 March 2028 with Matthew and Marlon joining the 2027 ASM Committee in an understudy capacity ahead of the event.

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Stay up to date with information for your USANZ Section Meeting. Next Week: SANT Abstract Submissions Close This Week: Northern Abstract Submissions Close and WA Early Bird Registrations & Abstract Submissions Close. Find out more at: www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Abstract Submissions for the USANZ & ANZUNS 2027 ASM will close in 2 weeks! Don’t leave it until the last minute to submit your abstract. For more details, go to: asm.usanz.org.au/abstracts-op...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Media coverage of USANZ’s recent release on bladder health continues with USANZ Female Urology SAG Deputy Leader Sandra Elmer speaking with Dr Ross Walker on the Healthy Living radio program. Listen to the Healthy Living interview (commences at 51.45). omny.fm/shows/health...

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Healthy Living - August 2nd - Healthy Living

Listen to Healthy Living with Dr Ross Walker and Adam Buncher, the full show podcast.

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The New Zealand Herald recently sought expert urological commentary on a case before the NZ courts involving a significant penile injury. USANZ Members Giovanni Losco & Jim Duthie provided expert insight into the injury. Read the article (login required) www.nzherald.co.nz/nz/wellingto...

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Porirua woman partly cut off husband's penis 'to stop his cheating'

She lay next to the sleeping victim with the knife, saying he would not cheat again.

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Stay up to date with information for your Section Meeting. Next Week: Northern Abstract Submissions Close and WA Early Bird Registrations Close. This Week: NSW Early Bird Registrations Close and VIC Abstract Submissions Close. Find out more at: www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Abstract Submissions for the USANZ & ANZUNS 2027 ASM will close in 3 weeks! Don’t leave it until the last minute to submit your abstract. For more details, go to: asm.usanz.org.au/abstracts-op...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Media coverage has continued following USANZ's media release for Birth Trauma Awareness Week, with USANZ Member Caroline Dowling interviewed on ABC Sunshine Coast Mornings. Listen to the interview (from 45:50). www.abc.net.au/listen/progr...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

The USANZ Victoria Teaching Weekend was recently held in Ballarat. Thank you to USANZ Member Gavin Wei (Intermediate 2 Trainee) who provided a report and photographs from the event. Read the report here: usanz.org.au/news-updates...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Following USANZ's June pelvic mesh media release, The Australian Women's Weekly shared Sally Walker's story, with USANZ Member Eva Fong highlighting the importance of recognising complications and listening to women's experiences. www.womensweekly.com.au/health/pelvi...

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‘No one knows your body better’: Sally’s message to women after pelvic mesh surgery

Sally Walker was severely injured by pelvic mesh surgery. Now she is helping change the questions women are asked post-surgery.

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Following USANZ's recent media release, 7NEWS published "How long is too long to hold your pee? Expert warns of bladder damage", featuring Sandra Elmer. Sandra discusses the risks of regularly 'holding it in', bladder health and common myths. Read more here: bit.ly/4xhtXyu

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How long is too long to hold your pee?

From how often you should go to the toilet to the truth about ‘breaking the seal’, a urologist answers your burning questions.

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Stay up to date with information for your Section Meeting. Next Week: NSW Early Bird Registrations Close and VIC Abstract Submissions Close. This Week: AoNZ and WA Abstract Submissions Close. Find out more at: www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Abstract Submissions for the USANZ & ANZUNS 2027 ASM will close on Monday 31st August. Don’t leave it until the last minute to submit your abstract. For more details, go to: asm.usanz.org.au/abstracts-op...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Following the publication of two new USANZ media releases, USANZ Female Urology SAG Deputy Leader Sandra Elmer was interviewed on ABC News Breakfast. Watch the interview and read the media releases on the USANZ website here: bit.ly/4fHz588

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

At the recent ANZUP ASM held at the Adelaide Convention Centre, the USANZ Lecture was delivered by Weranja Ranasinghe. Other USANZ Members also presented during the ASM including Dickon Hayne and Sophie Plagakis Thanks to @anzuptrials.bsky.social for the speaker photographs.

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Stay up to date with information for your Section Meeting. Next Week: AoNZ and WA Abstract Submissions Close. Find out more at: www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Further to a recent call for EOI's,we are pleased to announce the successful applicant was Wenjie Zhong.The KUA Meeting will be held in Oct in Seoul.Wenjie will present on the RoboSling:From Surgical Innovation to Randomised Evaluation in Continence Recovery Following Robotic Radical Prostatectomy .

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

As part of the Trainee Exchange Program, SET5 trainees Bradley Reynolds & Andrew Silagy recently attended the Canadian Urological Association Annual Meeting in Saskatoon, made possible through the generous support of the Australasian Urological Foundation (AUF). Read more: bit.ly/3TaPRF2

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

The 2026 USANZ Section Meetings will be held during September, October and November. Stay up to date with information for your Section Meeting at: www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Congratulations to Wenjie Zhong who has been selected by the USANZ Board of Directors as the Urology Program Convenor at @racsurgeons.bsky.socialAnnual Scientific Congress in May 2027 in Melbourne following a recent call for Expressions of Interest.

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