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Urology Residency

Urology Residents

Program Overview

The urology residency training program provides resident trainees with comprehensive exposure to the various disciplines of adult and pediatric urology.

This program is designed to attract outstanding medical school graduates and train them for productive careers in the field of adult and pediatric urology. A balance is sought between providing a sound clinical understanding of urological complications and diseases and creating an environment that supports discovery and creative learning.

Application Timeline

June - February

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Program Outcomes

Graduates consistently match into top fellowships and excel in private practice.

Alumni  Graduation Year Immediate Post-Residency Position 
 Ian Coate, M.D.  2025 Private practice
Gulfport Urology
Gulf Port, MS
 Alex Darien, M.D.  2025 Men’s health fellowship
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL
 Stephen Patrick, M.D.  2025 Private practice
Urology Associates of Charleston
Charleston, SC
 Jessica Connor, M.D.  2024 Private practice
Atlantic Urology
Murrell’s Inlet, SC
 Patrick Curtin, M.D.  2024 Private practice
Aloha Urology
Honolulu, HI
 Christopher Ritchie, M.D.  2024 Private practice
Urology Specialists of the Carolinas
Charlotte, NC
 David Sellman, M.D.  2023 Private practice
McIver Urology Clinic
Jacksonville, FL
 Austin Stark, M.D.  2023 Private practice
Advanced Urology Institute
Clearwater, FL
 Jenna Winebaum, M.D.  2023 Oncology fellowship
University of California
San Francisco, CA
 Brennan Hyler, M.D.  2022 Private practice
Middle TN Urology Specialists
Murfreesboro, TN
 Hailey Silverii, M.D.  2022 Pediatric fellowship
University of Washington
Seattle, WA
 Y. Brian Zheng, M.D.  2022 Female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery fellowship
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
 Seth Broster, M.D.  2021 Private practice
Viewmont Urology Clinic
Hickory, NC
 K. Russ Edwards, M.D.  2021 Private practice
Viewmont Urology Clinic Hickory, NC
 Goran Rac, M.D.  2021 Oncology fellowship
Loyola University
Chicago, IL
 Katie Flower, M.D.  2020 Private practice
Thibodaux Regional Health System
Thibodaux, LA
 Caitlin Shepherd, M.D.  2020 Oncology fellowship
University of Oklahoma
Oklahoma City, OK
 Ryan Zipper, M.D.  2020 United States Air Force
Langley, VA
 Alyssa Greiman, M.D.  2019 Female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery fellowship
University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
 Sarah Starosta, M.D.  2019 United States Navy
San Diego, CA
 Bryce Wyatt, M.D  2019 Private practice
Georgia Urology
Roswell, GA

Frequently Asked Questions

The deadline for programs to receive applications is set by the Society of Academic Urologists. Applications are not reviewed unless they are complete (including ERAS application, USMLE Scores, Medical School transcripts, personal statement, letters of recommendation, and Dean's letter). Society of Academic Urologists | Match FAQs

Interviews are typically held over two days in mid-November. Visit the Society of Academic Urologists website for more information. 

Interviews are date-specific and offered in person.

No. Candidates may apply to the program prior to receiving Step 2 results. However, upon receiving results, please upload to ERAS or email to Wade Lucas at lucaswa@musc.edu.

Yes, we will review any D.O. candidate and offer an interview if the candidate meets the department's requirements.

Urology Resident Life

The MUSC Department of Urology knows that residency is tough and thus places emphasis on encouraging work-life balance. We want you to enjoy the beautiful city of Charleston with co-residents, friends, and family during your five years here. The residency group tries to host multiple events per year to promote having fun and creating memories in addition to gaining a great education.

Events

Our department hosts a multitude of events throughout the year for the purpose of the faculty, residents, and support staff involvement and morale. These range from the new intern welcome party at our very own Dr. Rovner’s home, a post-boards practice exam oyster roast at Dr. Grubb’s home, the annual Christmas party, monthly journal club, and our chief graduation dinner.

Annual Oyster Roast

Annual Oyster Roast

LOWVELO Bike Ride Fundraiser

Urology residents and faculty participating in Lowvelo

Outside the OR

You can catch residents and their families all around the Lowcountry. Whether it’s enjoying new restaurants, spending the day on the water, staying active, or exploring one of the many local breweries, there is never a shortage of entertainment for your days off.

Contact Us

Wade Lucas, Program Coordinator
 lucaswa@musc.edu
843-792-4538
Fax: 843-792-8523

MUSC Department of Urology
96 Jonathan Lucas Street, Suite 623-A
MSC 620
Charleston, SC 29425