The department is ranked #17 in the nation for adult urology by U.S. News & World Report and has been recognized as the best urology program in New Jersey for 12 consecutive years.
National Recognition and Rankings
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10 Facts About Our Urology Residency Program
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Pioneering Robotic Surgery
Hackensack University Medical Center was among the first 14 institutions in the U.S. to acquire the da Vinci 5 multiport robotic surgical system. In 2024 alone, the team performed 1,028 robotic surgeries — 403 single-port and 625 multiport.
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Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
We are at the forefront of integrating AI into clinical practice, conducting a clinical trial to validate AI's ability to predict pathological upgrading in prostate cancer cases - positioning us as pioneers in AI-driven urologic care.
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Exceptional Surgical Outcomes
We have a 0% mortality rate for robotic prostatectomy and nephrectomy/partial nephrectomy procedures, with low readmission rates and lengths of stay that exceed national standards.
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Comprehensive Subspecialty Care
Our department offers comprehensive care across all urologic subspecialties, including urologic oncology, pediatric urology, female urology, and more, ensuring patients receive specialized treatment.
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Robust Research and Clinical Trials
With 36 Institutional Review Board (IRB)-approved protocols and 10 ongoing clinical trials, we are committed to advancing urologic research.
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Global Leadership and Education
Our faculty have shared their expertise internationally, conducting surgical demonstrations and lectures in countries like South Korea and Germany, highlighting their role as global leaders in urology.
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Commitment to Humanitarian Efforts
We actively participate in medical missions, providing urologic care to underserved populations worldwide, reflecting their dedication to global health.
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Innovative Training Programs
By hosting national symposiums, such as the Single Port Symposium, offering hands-on training and live surgical demonstrations, we’re showing our commitment to educate the next generation of urologists.
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Advanced Patient Care Protocols
The implementation of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols has led to improved patient outcomes, including reduced lengths of stay and lower readmission rates for bladder cancer surgeries.
National Recognition
and Rankings
Pioneering Robotic Surgery
Integration of
Artificial Intelligence
(AI)
Exceptional Surgical Outcomes
Comprehensive Subspecialty Care
Robust Research and Clinical Trials
Global Leadership and Education
Commitment to Humanitarian Efforts
Innovative Training Programs
Advanced Patient Care Protocols
