This book discusses the management of various aspects of the professional life of newly qualified urologists as well as more experienced urologists. It features clear, easy-to-read chapters covering various topics, including clinical and surgical patient care, administrative duties, and research despite the increasing constraints on time and resources in today's hectic practice environment.
Navigating Organized Urology: A Practical Guide systematically presents a range of practical strategies for a successful transition from trainee to practising urologist, while also offering more experienced urologists a fresh perspective on efficient management and successful adaptation of their practices for the modern age.
Author(s): Stephen Y. Nakada, Sutchin R. Patel
Edition: 2
Publisher: Springer
Year: 2020
Language: English
Pages: 214
City: Cham
Contents
1 Knowing Yourself (Edition 2)
Self-awareness
Priorities
Relationship Management
References
2 Interview Skills
References
3 Curriculum Vitae Preparation
References
4 Finding the Right Job
References
5 The Role of the Educator
References
6 The Urologist as an Effective Administrative Leader
Looking Inward
Concrete Strategies
Leading Through Crisis
Conclusion
References
7 The Urologist as Researcher
Research in Urology
Finding Your Niche
Writing a Paper
Presentation Skills
Finding Funding
Grant Writing
The Role of a Mentor
Time Management
Leading a Research Team
8 Academic Roles: Inventor
Introduction
Identify the Need
Invention Conceptualization
Modeling
Prototype
Testing
Funding
Intellectual Property Protection
FDA Approval
Compliance with Ethical Requirement
References
9 Academic Research Collaboration
Introduction
Definitions, Rationale, and Features of Academic Collaboration
Benefits and Challenges of Collaboration
The Clinician Scientist Research Collaboration
My Experiences with Collaboration
Academic Research Collaborations in the COVID Era
Summary
References
10 Patient Satisfaction
Background
History of Patient Satisfaction
Measurement Tools
What Correlates With High Satisfaction?
How to Improve Satisfaction Scores
Limitations to Measuring Patient Satisfaction
Future of Patient Satisfaction
References
11 Managing the Operating Room
Introduction
Navigating the Operating Room: Best Practices
Conclusions
References
12 Enhancing and Promoting Your Office Urology Practice: Future Trends in Technology
Before the Patient Enters the Practice
When the Patient has Arrived in Your Practice
How Does the Scribe Work?
Advantages of the Scribe
Getting Started
Using Videos to Educate Your Patients
Advantages of Creating Videos
Videos and Medical–Legal Protection
Telemedicine
Mobile Connections and Internet Searches
Social Media and Video Marketing
Psychographic Marketing
Cybersecurity
Shifting from Illness to Wellness
Precision Medicine and Precision Marketing
“Dr. Alexa” Will See You Now
Online Reputation Management
Show Me the Money
References
13 Coding and Billing
Coding Basics
Evaluation and Management
Telemedicine
Procedure Codes
Bundling
Global Services
Modifiers
ICD-10 Codes
Coding Resources
Coding Staff
Physician Resources
References
14 Telemedicine in Urology
Introduction
Definitions
Regulation, Reimbursement, and Technology
Regulation
Reimbursement
Technology
Telemedicine Use in Urology
Evidence for Telemedicine in Urology
Benefits of Telemedicine
Barriers to Telemedicine
Urologic Conditions Best Suited for Telemedicine
Incorporating Physician Extenders into Telemedicine Visits
Telementoring and Telesurgery
The Future of Telemedicine in Urology
References
15 Time Management
Introduction
Background
Using Organization to Maintain Priorities
Complete “Quadrant 1” Tasks First: High Urgency, High Importance, Deadline-Driven
Learn to Say “NO”
What Do I Do All Day?
Schedule Gaps in Your day
Protected Time and Importance of “Protecting Protected Time”
Finding Time for Yourself Will Improve Your Work Focus
Limiting Social Media and Unnecessary Internet Usage
Conclusion
Financial support and sponsorship:
References
16 Media and Social Media
Types of Social Media Platforms
Public Platforms
Platforms for Healthcare Professionals
Urology-Specific Social Media Guidelines
Benefits of Social Media
Clinical Practice
Research
Drawbacks to Social Media
Conventional Media
References
17 Burnout, Happiness and Work-Life Harmony
Introduction
Burnout
Systemic Strategies
Self Strategies
Conclusion
References
18 The Power of History and Leveraging Past Institutional Success
Why is History Important?
Teaching the History of Urology
The William P. Didusch Center of Urologic History
History as a Source of Institutional Pride
History for the Private Practice Urologist
Professor Emeritus
Acknowledgements
References
19 Crisis Management for Physicians
References
20 Practical Lessons Learned from the Covid-19 Pandemic
Introduction
Chain of Command
Personnel Deployments
Patient Care Operations
Education Programs
Clinical Research
Financial
Perspectives
References
21 Re-Evaluating Yourself
References
