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Chairman’s Acknowledgements

Left to Right: Dr. Joseph, Dr. DiBianco, Dr. Crispen Congratulations to Dr. Joseph and Dr. DiBianco, recipients of the Rising Star Award, which honors an early-career faculty member demonstrating exceptional skill, dedication, and innovation in patient care. Also recognized is Dr. Crispen, the recipient of the Clinical Excellence Award, which…

Welcoming Dr. Zhao and Celebrating Dr. Stringer

This past weekend, we were thrilled to welcome Dr. Lee Zhao, a visiting professor from NYU Langone Health, and celebrate the retirement of Dr. Thomas F. Stringer, who has dedicated over 40 years to urology and has impacted countless patients and the UF Department of Urology. For…

Dr. Sharadin Appointed Associate Program Director

We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Cynthia Sharadin has been appointed as the new Associate Program Director for the UF Urology Residency Program. Dr. Sharadin has been an exceptional leader, mentor, and advocate for our residents, as well as a steadfast supporter of resident education and program development. Her…

Dr. O’Malley Honored

  Every January, the UF Health Cancer Center hosts its annual Cheers to the New Year event to celebrate the past year’s accomplishments and inspire enthusiasm for the months ahead. Alongside food, drinks, and dancing, the celebration honors members whose contributions have significantly advanced the center’s…

2024 Biggest Catch Award to UF Health Urology!

On Wednesday August 7th, 2024, a patient presented to the UF Health Urology practice located at the Shands Medical Plaza (SMP) for a follow-up office visit with Katherine “Katie” Lopez, APRN. On that day, when staff were unable to obtain the patient’s vital signs with an automatic monitor,…

UF Urology Welcomes Dr. Hollingsworth

Urologist John Hollingsworth, M.D. will serve as chief quality officer for UF Shands hospitals and practices. Welcome to the Department of Urology, Dr. Hollingsworth! Read more about Dr. Hollingsworth’s appointment at ufhealth.org: UF Health Shands chief qualify officer named – UF Health John Hollingsworth, M.D., is the…

UF Urology and Prostate Cancer Surgery Rated

US News and World Report has rated UF urology and prostate cancer surgery as high performing for 2024-2025. An overall rating of high performing indicates a hospital was significantly better than the national average in a given procedure or condition…

Graduation 2024

A fun time was had by all at the 2024 Urology Resident and Fellow Graduation Ceremony held at the Cade Museum for Creativity & Invention on June 21st, 2024. You are now part of our UROGators Family. Congratulations to our Graduating Residents: Dr. Marc Abboud – Private…

Resident Wellness Event

Dr. Bob Newman former UF Urology department chair, professor emeritus and renowned photographer met with our Residents and Fellow. Dr. Newman discussed the importance of wellness and presented his photography. A great time was had by all! We are grateful for the continued support of UROGator members like…

Residents Present at the 24th Annual SMSNA

Residents Drs. Massari, Mallory, and Krishingner had a total of five submissions accepted for the Sexual Medicine Society of North America conference held in San Diego, California from Nov. 16 through 19.

Patient Experience Excellence: Top 10 Clinics

Out of all UF Health Clinics, Urology at Halifax came in second at a 97.96% on the ‘Likelihood to Recommend’ score from the Press Ganey Patient surveys. Thank you to Dr. Sidelsky and his team for their continued dedication to improving the patient experience!…

Congratulations to our CSIK Award Winners!

We are thrilled to announce that KC Hobbie (RN) and Anila Ajredini (Front Desk) from the UF Urology MedPlaza clinic have been selected as this quarter’s Customer Service is Key (CSIK) Award winners, recognized for their exceptional patient care and dedication among hundreds of nominees. In addition, Kelly Branham, Urology…

UF Uro Wins Multiple Awards at SESAUA

Shay Rajavel, Juan Varela, and Dr. Kwenda The Southeastern Section of the American Urological Association has recognized Shay Rajavel (MS-4) who won the Video Session Award and Juan Varela (MS-2) who won the Best Poster Presentation. In addition Dr. Kwenda (PGY-3) came in third place in the…

Lindsay Rohan, ARNP, Wins Hero Award

The UF Health Quality Hero Awards Committee is delighted to inform Dr. Lindsay Rohan has been selected as the recipient of the Outstanding Advance Practice Provider Quality Award in recognition for making improving patient safety, quality, and the patient/family experience. This award is presented to Advance Practice Providers…

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