Urologist
ひにょうきかい
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Medical, Nursing, and Health Occupations
- Middle : Physicians, Dentists, Veterinarians, and Pharmacists
- Minor : Physicians
Summary
Physician who diagnoses and treats urinary tract diseases, performing surgery, endoscopy, and other procedures.
Description
Urologists are specialists who diagnose and treat diseases of urogenital organs such as the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, and prostate. For a wide range of conditions including urinary stones, tumors, infections, and voiding disorders, they perform endoscopic examinations (cystoscopy, ureteroscopy), imaging diagnostics, surgeries (prostatectomy, partial nephrectomy), extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), chemotherapy, palliative care, and more. In emergencies, they handle urinary tract obstructions and trauma, and providing explanations and counseling to patients and families is an important role.
Future Outlook
Demand is increasing due to the aging population leading to more prostate hypertrophy and urinary incontinence patients. Adoption of robotic surgery and minimally invasive treatments is advancing.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Empathetic / Excellent Judgment / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Hospital Employment / On-Call Duty / Part-Time Physician / Private Practice / University Hospital Employment
Career Path
Initial Clinical Resident → Urology Specialty Resident → Urology Specialist → Director/Chief Physician → Private Practitioner
Required Skills
Emergency Response Ability / Endoscopic Examination Skills / Imaging Diagnosis / Physical Examination Skills / Surgical Skills
Recommended Skills
Palliative Care Knowledge / Reading English Papers / Robot-Assisted Surgery / Team Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Precise logical thinking is required to diagnose complex cases. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is necessary in surgeries and examinations. |
| Communication Skills | Need to communicate appropriately with patients and families. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because constant updates to medical knowledge and techniques are required. |
| Problem Solving | Essential for dealing with unexpected complications or emergencies. |
| Stress Tolerance | Stress tolerance is required in emergency surgeries and handling critically ill patients. |
Related Qualifications
- Board-Certified Urologist by the Japanese Urological Association
- Medical License
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