This package includes 15.75 contact hours (which expire on 10/31/2023).
Does not include Pre-Conference Sessions.
This session will help urology nurses/APNs understand best practice approaches for identifying non-metastatic prostate cancer patients to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Leanne Schimke, MSN, CRNP, FNP-C, CUNP – Speakers Bureau, Bayer and Pfizer
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
Supported by Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be able to discuss the new medications approved in the non-metastatic castrate resistant prostate cancer state, along with the associated side effects.
Do you ever wish you had a step-by-step guide for evaluating patients with LUTS? This presentation guides the urology RN/APP in performing a thorough history and physical exam of the patient presenting with LUTS including but not limited to OAB, voiding dysfunction, and irritative voiding symptoms. Use of a bladder diary, pad weight, and uroflow is discussed. Physical exam including post void residual, prolapse exam and evaluation of the pelvic floor muscles is addressed. Treatment algorithms are provided including behavior modification for patients with OAB. Case studies are reviewed.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Julie Starr, APRN, PhD – Consultant, Clinical Trainer for The Prometheus Group
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be able to describe the process of evaluating and treating a patient with LUTS.
This practice and exciting session highlights urologic research and provides a glimpse of the differences being made through research.
Presentation 1: The Use of an External Urinary Incontinence Device to Prevent Incontinence Associated Dermatitis (IAD) by Frantz Dorestant, Jr., MSN, RN, CWOCN
Presentation 2: A Comparative Analysis of Patients’ Perceived Pain versus Actual Pain by Jennifer Lewis, DNP, APRN, CNP
Presentation 3: Lessons on Urethral Lidocaine in Urodynamics (LULU) Impact of Intraurethral Lidocaine on Systometric Parameters and Discomfort by Christy Hicks, MS, APRN, WHNP-BC, FAUNA
Presentation 4: National Survey of Continence and Pelvic Floor Specialists by Kristine Talley, PhD, RN, GNP-BC, FGSA
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Christy Hicks, MS, APRN, WHNP-BC, FAUNA – Consultant, Urovant Sciences, Ltd.
There are no other speaker disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be able to discuss current urological research and how it can impact practice.
A complete algorithm for the kidney stone patient: diagnosis, triage, management, and follow-up. Gain the knowledge and confidence to provide comprehensive care for these patients in the real world.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be able to evaluate, triage, and refer for appropriate management all types of kidney stone patients.
There are multiple penile rehabilitation strategies making it challenging to determine which strategy is the best one. This presentation reviews different strategies for penile rehabilitation after prostate cancer treatment and what the evidence determines about each strategy.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be able to describe penile rehabilitation after prostate cancer treatment.
Pediatric urodynamics and how it differs from adult studies are discussed in this lecture. Tips and tricks for performing studies are provided along with a look at the complex congenital anomalies and how important urodynamics are to the treatment and management of these conditions in children. Several great resources are included.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will possess a better understanding of the information that can be gathered during urodynamics.
Type 2 diabetes has long been associated with upper urinary tract or renal dysfunction. However, there is also an association with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and bladder dysfunction. LUTS can result in economic and quality of life burden on women. In addition, unmanaged LUTS and bladder dysfunction can result in harmful complications leading to upper urinary tract impairment. This presentation reviews the effect of type 2 diabetes on lower urinary tract function and provides nurses and advance practice providers with non-pharmacologic and pharmacologic management strategies to optimize bladder function and reduce complications in this population.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be able to identify the physiologic effects of LUTS on Diabetes Type 2 to determine the best management option for LUTS and bladder dysfunction.
During this session, incidence, pathophysiology, typical presentation, and management of penile fractures is described and discussed.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Etai Goldenberg, MD - Speakers Bureau for Endo Pharmaceuticals (Collagenase Clostridium Histolyticum)
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be able to discuss how penile fractures are diagnosed and managed.
Overview of recent treatment advances utilizing checkpoint inhibitor immunotherapy in urothelial carcinoma, renal cell carcinoma, and prostate cancer.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be knowledgeable about the basic mechanism of action of checkpoint inhibitor immunotherapy to treat genitourinary malignancies.
Neurological diseases affecting the central nervous system also tend to influence lower urinary function. Historically referred to as neurogenic bladder dysfunction, neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) is affected by the nature of the underlying neurological disorder, the patient’s age and sex, and other factors. The role and clinical utility of urodynamic testing in NLUTD associated with Parkinson Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Stroke and Alzheimer’s Disease and related dementias are presented.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Mikel Gray, PhD, FNP, PNP, CUNP, CCCN, FAANP, FAAN – Consultant, Laborie Medical
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be able to describe the timing and approach when performing complex, multichannel urodynamic assessment of patients with NLUTD.
This presentation addresses the reasons to consider progressing from medical to surgical management of BPH. Endoscopic treatment options are summarized, and considerations for the recommendation of each are discussed.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be able to identify various endoscopic treatment options for BPH along with their respective considerations.
Chronic testicular pain is a common urological complaint, representing up to 2.5% of all urologic visits in the US annually. Unfortunately, this pain complaint often proves to be a difficult problem to tackle, for both patient and provider. This presentation reviews the various causes of chronic testicular pain, and provides a structured overview of management decisions.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be equipped with a review of epidemiology and etiology, to be able to manage the patient with the best possible patient outcome.
These are the cases you love to hear about and share with others. Case reports are meant to add to scientific research or help other healthcare providers who might encounter the same strange condition in the future. Some also serve as highly effective cautionary tales. The presenters have compiled several compelling and bizarre case studies full of unexpected observations and outcomes. This presentation showcases some the most challenging urologic case studies ever encountered.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will gain knowledge about identification and management of the most challenging urologic cases.
Distinguishing between moisture injury and pressure injury in the buttock, gluteal fold, sacrococcyx region is difficult and is often misdiagnosed. Discussion of various etiologies, treatment options, and prevention strategies for these conditions is included.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be able to identify moisture versus pressure injury.
During this presentation, we look at the most common diagnoses in urology that require antibiotic treatment and discuss rationale for treatment, treatment length, and current guidelines while considering antibiotic stewardship. Diagnoses include UTI, prostatitis, epididymitis, urethritis, and prostate biopsy. The definition and principles of antibiotic stewardship are presented along with complications of over usage of antibiotics. Case examples are provided.
Continuing Education Instructions and Disclosure Information:
Contact hours available until 10/31/23.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online nursing continuing professional development evaluation. You will be able to print your NCPD certificate at any time after you complete the evaluation.
Faculty, Planners, and Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Planning Committee Disclosures:
There are no Planning Committee disclosures to declare.
Speakers Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
There are no speaker disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
The Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA) is accredited with distinction as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA accreditation is reciprocal in the states and specialty organizations that recognize the ANCC-COA accreditation process. SUNA is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 5556. Accreditation and approved provider status of NCPD does not imply ANCC-COA approval or endorsement of any product, advertising, or educational content. SUNA urges all participants to be aware of the CE requirements for re-licensure in the states in which they hold a license.
Learning Outcome:
After completing this education activity, the learner will be able to discuss antimicrobial stewardship as it applies to antibiotic use in urology.