AUA names Dr. Eugene Rhee as new Chair of AUA Public Policy Council

The WSAUA wishes to congratulate Dr. Rhee for this appointment.  He has been involved with health policy for many years and is an excellent choice for this position. This is a credit to Eugene personally, but also recognizes the great work that has been brought forth and made possible by the Western Section over the…

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WS welcomes 84 New Members for 2018-19

The Western Section wishes to congratulate and welcome into membership 84 new members for the 2018-19 cycle.  We look forward to many productive years ahead. Samuel  Abourbih, MD Gerlad  Atkins, NP Matthew  M.  Banti, MD Cathy  M.  Bartz, RN, CCRA, MBA Ken  Batai, PhD Andrew  S.  Behesnilian, MD Scott  A.  Berkman, MD, FAAP Erik  Beuker,…

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WS Foundation gift made by member, Dr. Nader Sadoughi

The Western Section is pleased to announce that a significant contribution has been made to the Western Urological Foundation (WUF) by long-time member, Nader Sadoughi, MD, FACS. The contribution will establish an endowment to support urological research and innovation via awards and lectureships. The first “Nader Sadoughi Award”  is expected to be given at the…

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Maui Meeting Highlights and more…

Maui Meeting Highlights and more… First, we wish to thank you – our Members – for your dedication, support and participation. What follows is a quick re-cap of the year 2018 highlights, member’s in the news, plus some important announcements and info on the annual meeting in Maui. The Maui 2018 meeting was historic. Attendance…

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Scott Swanson, M.D. (Arizona) wins election to become AUA Pres 2020

In accordance with AUA Sectional leadership rotation and following its election process, the Western Section announced the official results of the AUA Presidential election in Wailea, Maui on November 1, 2018 during the annual member’s business meeting. Congratulations to Dr. Swanson on his election victory! We wish him great success during his term starting in…

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