Urology Physician
Abilene, TX, 79601, USA
- Healthcare
- Urologist
- Urology Physician
- Medical and Surgical Care
The Urology Physician provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with urinary tract and male reproductive system disorders, including evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and surgical procedures. They work in both outpatient and inpatient settings, collaborating with other healthcare professionals and educating patients. This role requires medical licensure, completion of urology residency, and proficiency in diagnostic and procedural skills.
The Urologist provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders of the urinary tract and male reproductive system. This role includes evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and procedural management of urologic conditions, delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care across outpatient and inpatient settings.
Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesEvaluate and manage patients with urologic conditions affecting the kidneys, ureters, bladder, prostate, and male reproductive organs
Diagnose and treat conditions such as urinary tract obstruction, kidney stones, benign prostatic hyperplasia, urinary incontinence, infections, and urologic malignancies
Perform urologic surgical and minimally invasive procedures consistent with training and privileges
Provide medical management and follow-up care for acute and chronic urologic conditions
Perform and interpret diagnostic studies including cystoscopy, urodynamic testing, and imaging as applicable
Provide inpatient consultation services and outpatient clinic care
Collaborate with primary care providers, oncology, nephrology, radiology, and other specialists
Educate patients regarding diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive care
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and outcomes initiatives
Supervise and educate residents, fellows, advanced practice providers, or clinical staff as applicable
Comply with all regulatory, accreditation, and professional standards
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited medical school
Completion of an accredited urology residency program
Fellowship training in a urologic subspecialty preferred but not required
Board-eligible or board-certified in Urology
Ability to obtain and maintain unrestricted state medical licensure
DEA registration or eligibility
Expertise in medical and surgical urology
Strong diagnostic and procedural skills
Excellent communication and patient counseling abilities
Ability to manage complex and chronic urologic conditions
Commitment to evidence-based practice and patient-centered care
Outpatient urology clinics, hospital operating rooms, ambulatory surgery centers, and inpatient units
Call coverage as determined by practice or service needs
Ability to stand for extended periods during procedures and surgeries
Manual dexterity for surgical and endoscopic techniques
Visual and auditory acuity sufficient for patient assessment and operative care




