As we watch the current situation unfold in Afghanistan, we cannot help but reflect on our own values. As an organization that advocates for increased access to quality healthcare, our dedication to equity is paramount. We strive to empower local men and women in the...
Dr. Eric Richter, our newest board member, has led six IVUmed workshops in Uganda. These workshops are critical in terms of expanding the quality and scope of urologic care in Uganda. Dr. Richter is dedicated to helping create sustainable healthcare systems in Uganda....
IVUmed Traveling Resident Scholar Report Jennifer Heckman, MD University of Wisconsin Hue, Vietnam March 11 – 19, 2016 Mentor: Steven Kahan, MD Sponsored by: North Central Section of the AUA Hue is a city in central Vietnam on the banks of the Perfume River, where I...
In December 2014 and May 2015, Dr. Caleb Kovell participated in IVUmed’s Resident Scholar program, traveling to Vietnam and Mozambique. Dr. Kovell’s experience was made possible by the generous support of the Mid-Atlantic Section of the American Urological...
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), 2 billion people lack access to basic surgical care. Access to specialized care like urology is even more restricted with critical shortages of trained personnel. The United Nations cites the unavailability of...
Twenty years ago, IVUmed was incorporated by its award-winning founder, Catherine deVries, MD, to address the enormous need for patient care and professional training in urology in resource-poor areas of the world. From common congenital malformations to pelvic floor...
