UCR 250: Advocacy, Policy, and the Future of Urology with Dr. Peter Bretan

Update: 2025-07-11

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July 11, 2025

In this special episode, Dr. Peter Bretan—president of the AACU—joins Scott, Mark, and Ray to share his journey from transplant surgeon to national urology advocate. He highlights the power of grassroots advocacy, the importance of local engagement, and AACU’s evolving mission to support all urology professionals.

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