45UX - UROLOGIST AFSC Officer

Summary

It’s incredibly important that our Airmen and their families have access to the specific care they need in order to be properly treated. Specializing in diseases of the urinary tract as well as the male reproductive system, Urologists provide essential care to both men and women. These highly trained surgeons utilize both medication and surgery as part of their comprehensive approach to caring for the unique needs of each of their patients.

What You’ll Do

• Examine, diagnose and treat injuries and disorders of the genitourinary tract.
• Formulate plans and procedures for urological services.
• Instruct interns and residents in urological surgery procedures.
• Direct nurses in procedures for pre- and postoperative care.

Duties

• Perform duties related to specialized field requirements.
• Support Air Force mission objectives through technical expertise.
• Develop, maintain, and implement standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with other units to accomplish mission requirements.
• Supervise and train personnel as required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a residency or fellowship in urology
• Completion of Officer Training School course
• Must be between the ages of 18 and have not reached your 48th birthday

Training & Education

How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.

Training Stages

• Officer Training School: 8.5 weeks
• Military Training Location: Maxwell AFB, AL

Minimum Education

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an approved school of medicine or osteopathic medicine

Components

• Air Force Active Duty
• Air Force Reserve
• Air National Guard