Schedule (UroLogic Fall 2026)

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*Schedule subject to change

Thursday, October 22, 2026
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pre-Conference Workshop: Introduction to Urodynamic Testing Workshop
Dr. MiKel Gray
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Pre-Conference Workshop: Pre-Conference Workshop: Fit to Thrive: Practical Pessary Skills for Nurse Practitioners
Katie Wall, MSN, FNP-C, FAUNA
Tiffanie Kemp, MSN, CRNP, WHNP-C
Patricia Katzenmoyer, DNP, FNP-BC
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Pre-Conference Workshop:Optimizing Sexual Recovery of Prostate Cancer Patients and their ‎Partners: Implementing the International Guidelines for Sexual Health Care after Prostate ‎Cancer Treatment in Nursing Practice
Susanne Quallich, PhD, ANP-BC, NP-C, CUNP, FAANP
Daniela Wittmann, PhD, LMSW
Friday, October 23, 2026
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM

A Nurse’s Guide to TRUQAP (capivasertib)
Kelli Garcia MSN, RN, OCN

Sponsored Breakfast - Supported by Astrazeneca
8:00 AM - 8:15 AM

New Member Orientation
8:20 AM - 8:30 AM

Opening/Welcome
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Golden Preceptors
Teresa Kristek, DNP, MSN, RN, FNE, TCRN
9:30 AM - 9:45 AM

Break
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM

GENREAL SESSION - RESEARCH

Tumescent Lidocaine Technique for Transperineal Urology Procedures
Alicia Dougherty, MSN, RN-BC

Facilitators and Barriers to Culturally Competent Psychosocial Support for Black Men with Erectile Dysfunction Post Prostate Cancer Treatment:  A Dimensional Concept Analysis
Hiboombe Haamankuli, DNP, CRNP, ACNP-BC, FNAP

Discreetness, Usability, and Social Participation in Intermittent Self‑Catheterization: Insights from a Multinational Registry
Diane K Newman, DNP, APN-BC, FAAN, FAUNA, BCB-PMD
11:00 AM - 11:45 M

CONCURRENT SESSION 1

1A: Intravesical Gentamicin Instillation for the Management of Chronic Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections: A Nursing-Led Clinical Approach
Alicia Torpey, BSN, RN

1B: Advances in Bladder Cancer Management: Integrating Evidence-Based Practice and Emerging Therapies
Katie Wall, MSN, FNP-C, FAUNA

1C: When LUTS Is Not BPH: Recognizing Metabolic and Systemic Contributors to Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Nakia A. Edwards, DNP, AGNP-C

Escape Room
11:50 AM - 1:05 PM

Understanding and Managing Immune-Mediated Adverse Reactions Related to Treatment with Immune Checkpoint Inhibitors
Julia Fukuhara MSN, RN, BS

Sponsored Lunch - Supported by Astrazeneca
1:10 PM - 1:55 PM

CONCURRENT SESSION 2

2A: Precepting with Purpose: A Competency-Based Approach to Reducing Orientation Time and Strengthening Urology Staff Retention
Vivian Aiken, BSN, RN, CURN

2B: Pee rinciples of Practice: Essentials for the Suspected Bladder Cancer Case
John Brandon Arruda, MSN, APRN, AGNP-C, CUNP

2C: Impact of Pregnancy and Postpartum on the Urologic System 
Rachael Medrano, FNP-C

Escape Room
2:05 PM - 2:50 PM

CONCURRENT SESSION 3

3A: Elevating the Role: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Post-Circumcision Excellence and Clinical Efficiency
Jesica Sola Konz, LPN
Molly Grilli, BSN, RN

3B: Integrating Competencies, Elevating Care: A New Model for Urologic and Transplant Nursing Education
Gonxhe Hadzi, MSN, RN AGPCNP-BC
Ruzha Skolbar, DNP, RN, CCRN, MPH, RN-C, NPD-BC
Julia Reinertsen, BSN, RN, MEDSURG-BC
Megan Weinman, MSN, RN, MEDSURG-BC, NE-BC

3C: Transforming Pelvic Health Physical Therapy: Implementing Gender-Affirming and Trauma-Informed Care for Transgender and Gender-Diverse Patients
Ashley Palmisano, MSN, RN, ONC, CURN

Escape Room
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM

CONCURRENT SESSION 4

4A: Urologic Diseases and Interventional Radiology, A Primer
Zhongxia Hu (Zee), MD

4B: Elevating Urologic Practice: A Blueprint for Implementing an Expert-Level, APP/RN-Led Transperineal Prostate Biopsy Clinic
Lori Guelman, MSN, NP

4C: “Catheter Confidence:” Enhancing Patient Safety in Urinary Catheter Care Getting It Right First Time
Eva Wallace, RGN, RM
Therese Kelly, RGN

Escape Room
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Grand Opening/Welcome Reception - Exhibits / Posters / Silent Auction
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Sponsored Dinner Slot (or dinner on your own)
Sunday, February 22, 2026
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Innovation Recognized: Hydrophilic Intermittent Catheters and the New CMS Coding Landscape
Gina Powley, MSN, ANP-BC, CUNP, FAUNA
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM Understanding and Treating Urologic Emergencies
Tania Brabble, DNP, AGPCNP-BC, APRN, FAUNA, CCRN
10:30 AM - 10:45 AM Break
10:45 AM - 11:45 AM Management of Pessary Complications
Amy Hull, DNP, WHNP-BC, FAUNA
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM Interstitial Cystitis Update
Christina Hicks, MS, APRN, WHNP-BC, FAUNA

Sponsored

*Sponsored sessions are non-CE unless otherwise noted

Friday, February 20, 2026
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Non-CE PreCon Symposium and Mobile Lab Demonstration
Sponsored by Johnson & Johnson

Session Title: INLEXZO: An Innovative Intravesical Drug Releasing System

Speaker: Vignesh Packiam, MD

Description:
Saturday, February 21, 2026
12:45 PM – 2:00 PM Product Theater Lunch
Sponsored by BD

Session Title: Safety, Efficacy, and Patient-Reported Outcomes: The PUREST Randomized Trial of the PureWick™ System in the Home Setting

Speaker: Rochell “Shelli” Burton, APRN, ANCP-BC

Description:
This session presents results from the PUREST randomized controlled trial evaluating the PureWick™ System for home-based nocturnal urinary incontinence management compared with a well-established external urine management device. Attendees will gain insights into study design, efficacy outcomes, skin-safety findings, tolerability, patient-reported experience, and implications for advancing independent continence care in the home setting.

The session is designed to support Advanced Practice Urology Nurses in applying evidence-based approaches to device selection, reimbursement, patient counseling, and real-world management strategies.
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM Social Networking Reception
Sponsored by Hollister

Description:
Come unwind and connect after a full day of sessions with a signature cocktail and light bites.
Sunday, February 22, 2026
7:00 AM – 8:15 AM Product Theater Breakfast
Sponsored by Sumitomo Pharma

Session Title: Overactive Bladder (OAB): Understanding the Burden, Diagnosis, and Management

Speakers: Margaret Hull, DNP, WHNP-BC and Jennifer Cera, DNP, WHNP-BC

Description:
This symposium provides a comprehensive review of overactive bladder (OAB) and highlights its prevalence, clinical burden, diagnostic considerations, and current management strategies. Speakers will discuss evidence-based approaches outlined in the latest AUA/SUFU guidelines, including behavioral therapies, pharmacologic options, and minimally invasive interventions.

The session also explores OAB symptoms in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), the frequent overlap of storage and voiding symptoms, and the need for integrated management.