An inclusive society supporting the personal and professional advancement of women in urology in Canada and globally.
Toronto, Ontario
Joined September 2023
- Tweets306
- Following353
- Followers131
- Likes270
Pinned Tweet
Congratulations to our new @CSWUrology Executive Committee!🌟🇨🇦
President: @_kmcalpine
Treasurer: @_lauranguyen
Secretary: @jsytang
Research Lead: @Hannah_Thomas4
Members-at-Large: Dr Mélanie Aubé-Peterkin @_kberscheid
Excited for the year ahead! @CanUrolAssoc @SWIUorg
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
The CUA is proud to bring you >>>Breaking Barriers, Building Leaders: Empowering Women in Canadian Uro-Oncology
REGISTER HERE FOR THIS EVENT: cua.org/event/342955
@pcvblack @DrAndreaKoko @RicardoARendon
This month’s @CuaJournal explores authorship trends in the urology literature. cuaj.ca/index.php/journal/ar… 🌟 “Women remain underrepresented across all authorship roles … [and] were more likely to be first authors than senior authors, highlighting gaps in academic leadership.” 🧠
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
When do urologists plan to retire, and what factors shape that decision?
In the latest AUANews Inside Tract podcast, host Corey Del Bianco sits down with Tejal Patel and Dr. Kate Kraft to discuss their AUA 2026 Best Poster-winning research on physician retirement trends. From call burden and administrative responsibilities to family considerations and career fulfillment, they explore the key drivers influencing retirement decisions and what the specialty can do to support workforce sustainability and physician well-being.
🎧 Listen now: bit.ly/4gpO08r
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
Join us for this GUMOC Regional Meeting in Calgary! For info regarding AGENDA, REGISTRATION AND HOTEL...CLICK HERE: cua.org/event/245860
#gumoc @Nimira_A – at Laval, Québec
Join us for this GUMOC Regional Meeting in Calgary! For info regarding AGENDA, REGISTRATION AND HOTEL...CLICK HERE: cua.org/event/245860
#gumoc @Nimira_A
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
Applying to Urology? Let’s Talk Personal Statements!
Join our Urology Personal Statement Webinar with @TaylorGoodstein!
Get advice on crafting a strong PS, refining your story, and finalizing finishing touches before submitting your residency application.
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
Congratulations! Tina Yu for your winning essay!
to read >>> cuaj.ca/index.php/journal/is…
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
SWIUdents is excited to continue our mentorship program to connect urologists with female & gender diverse medical students interested in a career in urology! ✨💖
Interested in mentoring? Complete the mentor interest form by 9/27: tinyurl.com/yuprh7bt
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
Save the date! The 16th Annual SWIU Clinical Mentoring Conference heads to Phoenix, AZ on Jan 22–23, 2027 📍 Hilton Phoenix at the Peak
Abstract submissions are open — deadline Sept 15, 11:59 PM CT.
Submit here 👇
abstracts.swiu.org
#SWIU #WomenInUrology
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
BCG-unresponsive NMIBC is one of the fastest-changing areas in urologic oncology.
So where does Gem-iDRS (TAR-200) fit in?
In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Sarah Psutka (@spsutkaMD) joins Dr. Ruchika Talwar (@RuchikaTalwarMD) to break down the science behind sustained drug delivery, who makes a good candidate for treatment, how she approaches surveillance, and where biomarkers and AI could change bladder cancer care in the future.
🎧 Listen to the full episode on BackTable Urology.
Check out the full episode -> backtable.com/shows/urology/…
#URO320 #UrologicOncology #BladderCancer #AUA #NMIBC #BCGUnresponsive #IntravesicalTherapy #TAR200
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
🌟 Meet this week's mentors
✨ Dr. @marthakterris
✨ Dr. @DrDenise_
✨ Dr. @margaux_johnson
Join our weekly Application Polishing Office Hours for advice to strengthen your residency application.
💙 Help us continue this work. Support us through the link in our bio.
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
📢📢📢
Call for Papers
Global Voices in Urology: Capacity Building, Context-Specific Outcomes, and Education in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
The special issue link is here: goldjournal.net/global-voice…
Manuscript Submission Deadline: 15 October 2026
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
#CensusResults CUA Resident Census: View of Findings from the inaugural national Canadian Resident Census: cuaj.ca/index.php/journal/ar…
CUA Census: View of Update on the state of urology in Canada: cuaj.ca/index.php/journal/ar…
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
📣 UUIG members applying to urology this cycle:
Join us Tuesday, June 30 (5–7 PM ET) for our next Application Polishing Office Hours!
We're honored to be joined by @marthakterris, @PCuroMD, & Dr. Gillian Stearns.
Didn't receive the Zoom invite? Email [email protected].
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
The Can-RISE study, led by Dr. Lori Brotto (UBC), is looking for people to share how the menopause transition impacts quality of life and their support needs. For more information, visit pwhr.org/can-rise/
#WomensHealth #PWHRCanada #Perimenopause #Menopause
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
The CUA will welcome its 1st female President in 2027. Dr. Marie-Paule Jammal, breaking barriers & shaping the future of urology. She will be joined by @RHamiltonUrol & #MartineJolivet as sci pro co-chairs. L'AUC accueillera sa première présidente en 2027. #CUA2027 #Halifax
Canadian Society for Women in Urology (CSWU) retweeted
Volunteers needed for Canada Walks for Bladder Cancer! 🎗️
📅 Sept 19 | 10am–2pm
📍 Science World, Vancouver
Help support 80,000+ Canadians affected by bladder cancer. Roles: promo, donations, setup & more!
Interested? Email [email protected]
📄 docs.google.com/document/d/1…
An outstanding state-of-the-art lecture by Dr. @mccammonka for our Women in Urology session @ #CUA2026!
Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to such an engaging discussion on allyship and mentorship! @CanUrolAssoc
