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The Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand (USANZ) is the peak membership organisation for urological surgeons and other health professionals working in the field of Urology. For more information go to: usanz.org.au

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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 5h
MEET THE EXPERTS: Introducing Prof Andrew Hung from Cedars-Sinai Medical Centre, USA who will present at #USANZ27 in Brisbane. Specialty: Robotics, Innovation and Al Read Prof Andrew Hung's profile and published work here: asm.usanz.org.au/internationa...
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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 12h
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 #USANZ27 in Brisbane. Applications close Monday 30 November 2026 asm.usanz.org.au/.../are-you-...
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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
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 ASM in Brisbane from 27 Feb–2 Mar 27 Applications close on 30th Nov 26. More here: asm.usanz.org.au/registration...
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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Stay up to date with information for your USANZ Section Meeting. This Week: NSW Meeting starts 15th October and SANT Meeting Starts 17th October. For more information go to: www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...
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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Following the recent Trainee Exchange Program update, we’re pleased to share the experiences of USANZ trainees Bishoy Hanna and Jiasian Teh, who attended EUREP 2026 in Prague, with support from USANZ and the AUF. Read their full report here: bit.ly/4zsATdk
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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 10/10/2026
Join Us in Brisbane for the 79th USANZ ASM and 31st ANZUNS Annual Meeting USANZ 2027 ASM Convenor, Stuart Philip, along with Scientific Committee Chair Lih-Ming Wong, invite you to join them at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre from 27 February-2 March 27 asm.usanz.org.au/convenor-upd...
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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
2026 USANZ Victorian Section Meeting Starts Today
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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
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 the USANZ 2027 ASM in Brisbane. For more details, go to: asm.usanz.org.au/.../are-you-...
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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
As part of the Trainee Exchange Program, USANZ trainees Mo Li and Tom Clarkson attended the recent Asian Urology Residents’ Course (AURC) and #UAA2026 in Manila made possible through the support of the Australasian Urological Foundation (AUF) Read the full report here: bit.ly/4zoo4AV
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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Stay up to date with information for your USANZ Section Meeting. Next Week: NSW Meeting starts 15th October & SANT Meeting starts 17th October. This week: TAS Early Bird Registrations Close & Vic Meeting starts 9th October For more details go to: www.usanz.org.au/events/usanz...
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USANZ @usanzurology.bsky.social · 03/10/2026
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
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. asm.usanz.org.au/registration...
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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 · 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 · 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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