urologin

Urologin is the feminine form of urologist in German-language contexts. A urologin is a medical doctor who specializes in urology, the branch of medicine that covers diseases of the urinary tract in both men and women and the male reproductive system. The term reflects gendered language, with the masculine form urologe used for male doctors.

Scope of practice: Urologinnen diagnose and treat conditions of the kidneys, ureters, bladder, urethra, and male reproductive organs. They manage urinary problems such as infections, incontinence, stones, hematuria, and cancers; they also treat prostate disease, erectile dysfunction, and male infertility. Pediatric urinary problems may also fall under their care.

Training: In German-speaking countries, physicians undertake medical school followed by specialty training to become a Facharzt für Urologie. Female urologinnen complete the same training to obtain board certification. Training combines medical management with surgical skills, including minimally invasive and robotic techniques.

Diagnostics and treatment: Diagnostic tools include ultrasound, CT and MRI, cystoscopy, uroflowmetry, and urodynamics. Treatments range from antibiotics and lifestyle changes to surgeries such as lithotripsy, ureteroscopy, TURP, radical cystectomy, and reconstructive procedures.

Context: The term urologin is used in German-language healthcare and media to distinguish female urologists; in English, the gender-neutral term urologist is common. The field is international, with similar training and standards varying by country.