Wingate et al. studied urology resident surgical volumes, as assessed by case logs,
within the past decade. As expected, case numbers in certain domains have changed
with practice patterns and the adoption of new technologies, especially in laparoscopic/robotic
surgery and endourology/stone disease. However, the overall number of cases completed
by residents has not changed over time, despite increases in the number of residency
programs (+5) and number of residents (+50) across the country. It is not surprising
a larger resident compliment did not decrease resident's case numbers, as urology
volumes are high in many regions with a growing need to care for the aging population.
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