"I've known I've wanted to pursue urology residency training for over two years, and I've done as much reading and educating myself as I could on the field. One very overlooked challenge is the lack of general public knowledge on urologic diseases, to the point where many patients go too long without being treated. I will always be a proponent of public education as a future urologist. Another big elephant in the room in urology, like many other medical specialties, is the high degree of burnout among urologists. I've read the studies on how emotional exhaustion from long work days and the clerical duties of patient documentation lead to this, and I'm of the mindset that I will always need to be flexible in my work, both as a resident and a future urologist in practice."

Before your urology residency interviews, research this question so you can come to your interview prepared to discuss a few issues the field faces. Remember that the unstated question is how to fix the issues. You are more than welcome to give your own educated opinion on this as you answer to spark some conversation with your interviewers.