Urologic Oncology Fellowship Training and Curriculum

The two-year Urologic Oncology Fellowship consists of one year of clinical, translational, and/or bench research followed by one year of clinical experience. Both years are augmented by regular didactic sessions. 

Year 1

The research year is composed of one year of clinical, translational, and/or bench research. As per SUO guidelines, each fellow is responsible for writing and submitting one clinical trial protocol during their research year. At the conclusion of the research year, the fellows are embedded into the medical oncology clinic and radiation oncology.

Year 2

The clinical year is composed of four-week block rotations by the surgeon/clinical service leader. Currently, there are four services comprised of one to two surgical faculty members. The three clinical fellows and one chief resident manage each of these services separately covering both clinic and operating room efforts. Four-week rotations are typically comprised of one to two days of clinic and three to four days of operating. The fellows are responsible for managing their respective clinical services and working closely with supporting junior-level resident staff. Fellows also have the opportunity to operate at Tampa General Hospital for complex surgeries involving cardiothoracic surgery and vascular surgery.