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Perspectives on Sustainability in Urology: Insights from a Survey of Members of the North Central Section of the American Urological Association

  • By

  • Chloe Shi

  • Susanna Wang

  • Ryan Steinberg

  • John O. DeLancy

  • Keow Goh

  • Sarah Adelstein

  • Pankaj Dangle

  • Frank C. Lin

  • Adam Miller

  • Matthew Gettman

  • June 1, 2026

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    The North Central Section of the American Urological Association conducted a survey to assess sustainability practices among its members.

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    Only 4.9% of surveyed members responded, with most being male and practicing for 5-14 years.

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    Respondents prioritized financial and workforce sustainability over environmental concerns, with over half unaware of institutional programs.

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    Support for recycling initiatives was high, yet actual implementation of recycling practices was low among institutions.

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    The findings indicate a need for targeted programs to enhance sustainability practices in urology.

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Current views on sustainability in urology: findings from the North Central Section of American Urological Association membership survey

  • by Chloe Shi, Susanna Wang, Ryan Steinberg, John O. DeLancy, Keow Goh, Sarah Adelstein, Pankaj Dangle, Frank C. Lin, Adam Miller, Matthew Gettman

  • June 1, 2026

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