Residents

You are about to begin a journey that will define your growth as a surgeon, a physician, and a leader in the field of urology. Few specialties blend technical precision, scientific innovation, and deeply human care the way urology does—and it is an honor for us to train the next generation in this extraordinary discipline. At WVU, you will not simply learn procedures or memorize facts; you will develop the judgment, compassion, and skill that make urologists trusted healers for patients and families across an entire state.

The Department of Urology is proud to offer an ACGME-accredited five-year residency program designed to provide exceptional clinical and surgical training in a supportive, growth-focused environment. We also host robust clerkships in adult and pediatric urology for third- and fourth-year medical students, giving early learners hands-on opportunities to explore the specialty. As the primary academic urology program serving the entire state of West Virginia, our residents experience a remarkably diverse case mix—from routine conditions to the most complex pathologies—across both adult and pediatric populations.

Our training program accepts two residents per year and offers comprehensive exposure to all subspecialties. By graduation, chief residents routinely perform more than 2,000 surgical cases, preparing them for immediate success in fellowship or independent practice. Our commitment to rigorous academic preparation is reflected in a 100% pass rate on the American Board of Urology Part I Written Examination since 2001—one of the strongest records in the country. Beyond the operating room, residents train with faculty who are national leaders in urologic oncology, reconstructive surgery, robotics, endourology, female pelvic medicine, and pediatric urology. They also benefit from advanced surgical technology, including one of the region’s most extensive fleets of DaVinci robotic systems.

Medical students with a strong interest in urology are encouraged to join us for an elective rotation. These experiences offer firsthand exposure to our teaching culture, operative volume, research opportunities, and the team-based environment that defines WVU Urology. We are committed not only to producing excellent surgeons, but also to fostering collegiality, well-being, mentorship, and the personal growth that makes residency a transformative chapter.

Welcome to WVU Urology—where you’ll grow as a surgeon, serve with purpose, and help shape the future of urologic care in our state.