Boston University (BU) is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts. Founded in 1839, BU is the third-oldest university in Boston and the 27th-oldest private university in the United States. BU is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU) and the Boston Consortium for Higher Education. The university has more than 4,000 faculty members and nearly 34,000 students, making it one of Boston's largest employers. BU offers bachelor's degrees, master's degrees, doctorates, and medical, dental, business, and law degrees through 17 schools and colleges on three urban campuses.
The Department of Urology at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine in Boston, MA, is a leading center dedicated to comprehensive urological care, education, and research. It provides compassionate and innovative treatment for a wide range of conditions, from common issues to complex cases like urologic cancers, utilizing advanced techniques including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. The department features a team of highly skilled, subspecialty-trained urologists committed to individualized patient care. It offers an ACGME-accredited residency and a fellowship program, training future leaders in the field. Research is integral, covering diverse areas from oncology to sexual medicine, driving advancements in treatment. Recognized as high-performing in Urology by U.S. News & World Report, the department is known for pioneering procedures and its high-volume clinical activity, primarily based at Boston Medical Center and affiliated sites.
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