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AUA and Sociedade Brasileira de Urologia (SBU) Academic Exchange Program

The AUA/SBU Academic Exchange Program allows two young academic urologists to benefit from the sharing of knowledge and experiences with colleagues in Brazil. Medical advances are often the result of fruitful collaboration, and this fellowship is designed to facilitate such opportunities. The program not only allows the sharing of knowledge and experiences, but is designed to foster a closer alliance between the AUA and SBU and assists in identifying future leaders within both organizations.

This reciprocal program includes a 3-4 week educational experience at an academic center(s) in Brazil with attendance at an SBU urology meeting. During the exchange, the participant observes urologic surgeries/procedures, attends clinics, presents lectures and takes part in staff activities. The exchange is "observation only" – the participant does not perform hands-on surgery.

Program Schedule

Scholars will spend 3-4 weeks visiting Brazilian host institution(s) and will attend the SBU Congress in fall of 2026.

Eligibility Requirements

Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria:

  • be 45 years of age or younger (at time of application)
  • have an MD or DO degree, have completed all of their residency and/or fellowship training and be board eligible or certified
  • be a member of the AUA
  • be available to travel for 3-4 weeks in November/December 2025

Application Process

The candidate must fill out an online application and submit electronic versions of the following documents:

  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Personal statement (300 words or less) describing how participation in the program will benefit him/her both personally and professionally
  • A letter of support from department chair (must be signed and on letterhead)

Application Deadline

Applications for the 2026 program will be accepted in Fall 2025.

To obtain more information, please contact Marielle Marktanner at mmarktanner@AUAnet.org.

This program was made possible through an educational grant from:

Teleflex Interventional Urology

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