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How to use Prostate-Specific Membrane Antigen-Positron Emission Tomography/CT in the Management of Relapsing Prostate Cancer Patients following Local Therapy with Curative Intent CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41124 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Identify the clinical scenario in which PSMA PET/CT is most helpful to identify the localization and extent of locoregional or systemic metastatic disease. 2. Identify the pitfalls of false-positive and false-negative PSMA PET/CT findings. 3. Apply the findings of PSMA PET/CT for the best individual therapeutic approach. 4. Identify patients with radiorecurrent organ-confined prostate cancer. 5. Identify those patients who are candidates for local therapy of oligometastatic disease in relapsing prostate cancer. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This educational activity is supported by independent educational grants from: Astellas, Janssen Biotech, Inc., administered by Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC, Lantheus Medical Imaging, M

The Changing Face of Advanced Prostate Cancer 2024 CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41136 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Identify and treat a patient with newly diagnosed M1 prostate cancer with androgen deprivation therapy plus be able to offer novel ADT. Furthermore, recognize high-volume new M1 prostate cancer so as to be able to refer to a genitourinary medical oncologist for chemotherapy if necessary. 2. Diagnose M0 CRPC, and be able to educate patients about using novel oral androgen receptor inhibitors added to traditional androgen deprivation therapy as a way to improve their patent's overall and radiographic progression-free survival. Furthermore, understand the differences between these novel oral agents and educate patients about side effects and toxicities. Finally, understand the role or lack of role of prostate-specific membrane antigen PET in working up this disease state. 3. Apply the latest phase III randomized controlled trial results for ne

Now in its 43rd installment, the AUA Update Series is renowned for delivering high-quality lessons to practicing urologists, fellows and residents. All content is developed by internationally recognized experts in urology, making the AUA Update Series the most professional and sought-after self-study program available. Improve your practice and patient care by staying abreast of the latest treatments and surgical techniques in urology. For more information or to subscribe to the AUA Update Series, please visit AUAnet.org/Update24

Prostate Cancer Diagnosis: AUA Guidelines on use of PSA Biomarkers, MRI and Biopsy Techniques CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41113 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Apply the Early Detection of Prostate Cancer: AUA/SUO Guideline (2023), and understand the rationale, evidence, level of evidence, strength of recommendation and applications associated with each statement. 2. Identify how to maximize the benefits and minimize the harms of prostate cancer detection by carefully selecting patients and by using the necessary tools to detect clinically significant prostate cancer, while avoiding unnecessary biopsies and detection of clinically insignificant prostate cancers. 3. Identify the evidence supporting the use of PSA for early detection of prostate cancer, and apply that evidence to different clinical scenarios, incorporating patient characteristics and preferences. 4. Identify available blood, urine and tissue biomarkers used to enhance detection of higher-g

Incorporating Genomic Testing and Advanced Imaging For Prostate Cancer Into Your Practice CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41033 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Identify the research that led to the approval of genomic cancer for prostate cancer and the implementation of advanced imaging for prostate cancer. 2. Order appropriate genomic testing and advanced imaging based on a patient's unique clinical situation. 3. State the National Comprehensive Cancer Network Guidelines for genomic testing and advanced imaging for prostate cancer. 4. Discern the different prognostic end points provided by various genomic tests. 5. Recognize candidates for, and implications of, germline testing for prostate cancer. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This educational activity is supported by independent educational grants from: Astellas, Janssen Biotech, Inc., administered by Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC, Lantheus Medical Imaging, Merck & Co., Inc., Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, Pf

AUA2024: Upper Tract Urothelial Cancer (UTUC) Guidelines Upper Tract Urothelial Cancer (UTUC) Guidelines – An Interactive and Evidence-Based Course Highlighting the Full Spectrum of Disease via Case Discussion and Video Presentation CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41021 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Identify demographics, predisposing risks, hereditary factors, common terms. 2. Describe workup, imaging, role of standardized endoscopic assessment, cytology and biopsy. 3. Apply clinical features of disease risk, role of risk assessment and management options. 4. Identify candidates for endo management, describe counseling/risks, safe approaches, troubleshooting. 5. Explain setting and role for adjunctive chemotherapy use, importance of renal function, genetic counseling; describe approach to ureterectomy/bladder cuff, node dissection templates, intravesical therapy use; explain the rationale and use of risk-adjusted follow-up for endoscopy and imaging. ACKN

The Surgical Management of BPH and Updates from the AUA Clinical Guidelines Podcast (2024) CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41595 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: This educational series is supported by an independent educational grant from Olympus Corporation of the Americas. At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to:   1. Describe the role of the AUA Clinical Guideline on the Management of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Attributed to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. 2. Discuss the evidence base for current technologies, including pivotal studies, and be able to define the role and clinical expectation for each of them. 3. Interpret the current clinical results and compare the patient experiences of these treatments in relation to more established and even abandoned treatments for patient groups with similar characteristics. 4. Differentiate between each of the new technologies for treating BPH/LUTS based on both their mode-of-action and the quality of their supporting evidence.

New AUA Guideline (2024): Salvage Therapy for Prostate Cancer CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41074 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Identify and effectively interpret the optimal timing of salvage radiation therapy following radical prostatectomy, considering the factors that can influence this decision in a clinical context. 2. Develop an understanding of which patients should receive ADT alongside salvage radiation therapy following radical prostatectomy, and how to appropriately decide the duration of ADT for patients. 3. Identify and analyze the use of risk stratification tools and next-generation imaging techniques for guiding treatment decisions and monitoring in patients with biochemical recurrence following primary therapy. 4. Evaluate the role and benefits of advanced treatment options such as intensified systemic therapy and metastasis-directed therapy. 5. Evaluate and understand the indications, efficacy, and potential complications of different sa

AUA2024: Genetics and Genomics of Urological Cancers - Current Guidelines and Case-based Discussion to Guide Clinical Practice CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/40976 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Describe key components of genetic risk assessment, genetic counseling and informed consent for genetic testing. 2. Identify elements of genetic test reports including variant classification, variant allele frequency, gene penetrance, biomarkers and clinical actionability. 3. Identify criteria for genetic testing for men with prostate cancer. Understand the clinical implications of genetic result in prostate cancer screening and management of both localized and advanced prostate cancer. 4. Recognize genetic causes, tumor features, and cancer risk associated with Lynch syndrome, and apply gained knowledge to improve care of patients with upper tract urothelial carcinoma. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This educational activity is supported by independent educational grants from:

AUA2024: Management of Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer: Practical Solutions for Common Problems CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41097 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Implement current practice guidelines and explain methods and resources to improve TURBT skills. 2. Identify the best intravesical agent and duration of therapy for low-, intermediate- and high-risk NMIBC and what to do during a BCG shortage. 3. Identify methods to treat significant toxicities from various intravesical therapies. 4. Define high-risk scenarios that necessitate cystectomy and options for BCG-unresponsive disease. 5. Identify the scientific rationale for investigating immune oncology agents for BCG-unresponsive disease and become familiar with current clinical trial designs. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This educational activity is supported by independent educational grants from: Merck & Co., Inc.

AUA2024: Contemporary Pharmacotherapy for OAB 2024: Monotherapy and Combined Pharmacotherapy to Optimize Treatment CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41048 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Define the similarities and differences between the various oral pharmacotherapies for overactive bladder (OAB) 2. Review the principles of physiology and pharmacotherapy for currently available agents including the antimuscarinics and beta-3 agonists. 3. Review the salient features as well as changes in the updated AUA/SUFU guideline on OAB 4. Analyze the clinical (and theoretical) advantages and limitations of currently available agents 5. Discuss potential future pharmacological pathways and therapies for OAB. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This educational activity is supported by independent educational grants from: Astellas

AUA2024: AUA Advanced Prostate Cancer Guidelines CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41027 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Identify appropriate use of genetic testing and genetic counseling. 2. Identify appropriate use of somatic testing and treatments related to specific genetic alterations. 3. Identify appropriate combination therapy with androgen deprivation therapy plus novel androgen access therapies and chemotherapy. Early treatment intensification will be discussed in metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer. 4. Identify the treatments for nonmetastatic CRPC and oncologic outcomes based on AUA/SUO (Society of Urologic Oncology) Guidelines. 5. Cancel patients on available treatment options for CRPC as well as combination therapy and sequencing based on AUA/SUO Guidelines. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This educational activity is supported by independent educational grants from: Astellas, Janssen Biotech, Inc., administered by Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC, Lant

Live from AUA2024: Highlights in Bladder Cancer CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41085 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Discuss the newly released amendment to the AUA/SUO Guideline on Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer. 2. Describe recent developments in the management of non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. 3. Review current management approaches for non-metastatic muscle-invasive bladder cancer. 4. Identify novel therapies and their mechanism of action in the management of advanced bladder cancer. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT This educational activity is supported by independent educational grant from: Merck & Co., Inc.

AUA2024: Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma Tumor Board: A Case-Based Approach to Management CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41040 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Identify clinically available data that can help assess risk of UTUC disease. 2. Verbalize the important role of kidney function before and after nephroureterectomy in the management of UTUC, and calculate the estimated new baseline glomerular filtration rate. 3. Compare the clinical trial data on intravesical, neoadjuvant and adjuvant chemotherapy. 4. Recognize the possibility of an undiagnosed inheritable syndrome in patients with UTUC, ask about history of nongenitourinary cancers, and identify the clinical methods for screening and diagnosis of inheritable syndromes. 5. Recognize the importance of preoperative chemotherapy and response-based surgical management for locoregional nodal recurrence after nephroureterectomy. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This educational activity is supported by independent educa

AUA2024: Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy for the Urologist and Advanced Practice Provider CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41048 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Define the similarities and differences between the various oral pharmacotherapies for overactive bladder (OAB) 2. Review the principles of physiology and pharmacotherapy for currently available agents including the antimuscarinics and beta-3 agonists. 3. Review the salient features as well as changes in the updated AUA/SUFU guideline on OAB 4. Analyze the clinical (and theoretical) advantages and limitations of currently available agents 5. Discuss potential future pharmacological pathways and therapies for OAB. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This educational activity is supported by independent educational grants from: Astellas

Practical Implementation of Third-Line Therapies for Refractory Overactive Bladder (OAB) Webcast (2024) CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/41056 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Discuss the third-line therapies available to treat OAB refractory to conservative techniques. 2. Effectively provide counseling regarding advanced treatment techniques with "friendly, nonthreatening" language that does not intimidate the patients. 3. Consider helpful techniques to optimize lead placement for sacral neuromodulation and be comfortable with troubleshooting the device. 4. Incorporate caveats that are important in the delivery of injections in the bladder for treatment of OAB. 5. Incorporate peripheral nerve stimulation options, including the traditional and newer techniques that will be discuss in detail, into their practice as they see fit. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This educational activity is supported by independent educational grants from: Astellas

AUA2024: 003IC Genetics and Genomics of Urological Cancers - Current Guidelines and Case-based Discussion to Guide Clinical Practice CME Available: https://auau.auanet.org/node/40976 At the conclusion of this activity, participants will be able to: 1. Describe key components of genetic risk assessment, genetic counseling and informed consent for genetic testing. 2. Identify elements of genetic test reports including variant classification, variant allele frequency, gene penetrance, biomarkers and clinical actionability. 3. Identify criteria for genetic testing for men with prostate cancer. Understand the clinical implications of genetic result in prostate cancer screening and management of both localized and advanced prostate cancer. 4. Recognize genetic causes, tumor features, and cancer risk associated with Lynch syndrome, and apply gained knowledge to improve care of patients with upper tract urothelial carcinoma. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS This educational activity is supported by independent educational grants

Journal Club 101 Guest: Melissa Kaufman, MD, PHD, FACS Outline: Segment #1: History of peer review Segment #2: Models of peer review Segment #3: General review best practices Segment #4: General structure for manuscript review Segment #5: Granular aspects of manuscript review

BPH: Surgical Treatment Guest: Bilal Chughtai, MD Outline: Segment #1: Bladder Health Segment #2: Diagnostics Segment #3: Stents Segment #4: New MISTs

AUA2024: Surgical Laser Enucleation of the Prostate Guests: Amy Krambeck, MD and Mark Assmus, MD Outline: Segment #1: Why Enucleation Segment #2: What makes this course special? Segment #3: What is new this year compared to last year? Segment #4: What do you think makes this course unique? Segment #5: Who is the ideal participant?