ronald p. kaufman, jr., md, facs
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ronald p. kaufman, jr., md, facs
RONALD P. KAUFMAN, JR., M.D., F.A.C.S. Associate Professor of Surgery Assistant Professor of Physiology & Cell Biology Associate Urology Residency Program Director Albany Medical College Urological Institute of Northeastern New York Albany, New York Office Address: 23 Hackett Blvd. Albany, New York 12208 (518) 262-3341 EDUCATION: 1979 Bachelor of Science Trinity College Hartford, Connecticut 1983 Doctor of Medicine The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences Washington, D.C. POSTGRADUATE TRAINING: 1983 - 1984 Intern, General Surgery Case Western ReserveIntegrated Hospitals of Cleveland Cleveland, Ohio 1984 - 1986 Research Fellowship The Harvard Medical SchoolBrigham and Women's Hospital Boston, Massachusetts 1986 - 1987 Resident, General Surgery Case Western ReserveIntegrated Hospitals of Cleveland Cleveland, Ohio 1987 - 1991 Resident, Urologic Surgery Duke University Medical Center Durham, North Carolina HONORS: 2004-2005 1996 1990 1981 1976 1976 1975 1973 CERTIFICATION: AUA ID 1984 1984, 1988 1985 1991 1991 1993 1993 1994 1995 1995 1996 1997 1997 2000 2001 2005 2005 10/25/10 AUA Leadership Program Inaugural Class (Northeastern Section, AUA Representative) Pfizer Scholars in Urology Award Finalist, The Montage L. Boyd Prize Essay Contest Southeastern Section AUA The William Beaumont Medical Society Robert Slaughter Award in Swimming Varsity Letter in Swimming State of Connecticut Scholar Eagle Scout National Board of Medical Examiners Advanced Cardiac Life Support Advanced Trauma Life Support E.S.W.L. Laparoscopic Surgery Diplomat of the American Board of Urology Contigen Implant Training Program Genitourinary Laser Certification Prostate Cryosurgery Vaportrode Prostatectomy Transurethral Needle Ablation (TUNA) 3-D Ultrasound Guided Transperineal Brachytherapy for Prostate Cancer Holmium Laser Prostatectomy and Lithotripsy. Hand Assisted Laparoscopic Renal Surgery Re-Certified Diplomat of the American Board of Urology, Robotic Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy KTP/Green Light Laser Prostatectomy Re-Certified Diplomat of the American Board of Urology, LICENSURE: 1984 1988 1991 1993 Massachusetts North Carolina New York State DEA PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES AND ORGANIZATIONS: American Medical Association District of Columbia Medical Society Cleveland Academy of Medicine Ohio State Medical Association Massachusetts Medical Society Medical Society of the State of New York Medical Society of the County of Albany American Urological Association Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group American Association of Clinical Urologists 2 Northeastern Section American Urologic Association Society of University Urologists PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES AND ORGANIZATIONS: Fellow American College of Surgeons Society of Brigham Surgical Alumni DYSURIA Society of Urologic Oncology Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons (SLS) New York State Urological Society ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS: 1991 – 3/31/98 Assistant Professor of Surgery Division of Urological Surgery Albany Medical College Albany, New York 4/1/98 – present Associate Professor of Surgery Division of Urologic Surgery Albany Medical College Albany, New York 1994 - present Assistant Professor of Physiology and Cell Biology Department of Physiology Albany Medical College Albany, New York 1997 – present Adjunct Clinical Associate Professor University of Guadalajara Guadalajara, New Mexico PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 1991 - 5/1/98 Assistant Professor of Surgery Division of Urological Surgery Albany Medical College Albany, New York 1991 - 6/30/93 Staff Urologist Samuel Stratton VA Medical Center Albany, New York 1991 - present ETNEP Advisory Board (Enterostomal Therapy Nurse Education Program) Albany Medical College Albany, New York 1992 - present Affiliate Staff Department of Surgery, Division of Urology Albany Memorial Hospital 600 Northern Blvd. 3 Albany, New York 12204 1992 - present Reviewer, The Journal of Urology Investigative Urology 1992 - present Faculty Prostate Ultrasound Course Albany Medical College Albany, New York 1992 - 6/30/93 Surgical Representative Peer Review Committee Samuel Stratton VA Medical Center Albany, New York 1993 - present Course Director, Contemporary Topics in Urology: 1993 June 10, 1993 1993 - present Affiliate Staff Samuel Stratton VA Medical Center Albany, New York 7/93 - Present Principal Investigator "Albany Medical Center Annual Prostate Cancer Screening Program" 7/1/93 - 8/15/94 Acting Head Division of Urological Surgery Albany Medical College Albany, New York 7/1/93 - 8/15/94 Acting Program Director Division of Urological Surgery Albany Medical College Albany, New York 7/1/93 - 7/1/95 OR Operations Committee Albany Medical Center Hospital Albany, New York 7/1/93 - 7/1/95 Operating Room Committee Albany Medical Center Hospital Albany, New York 7/1/93 - 4/30/96 Department of Surgery Quality Management Committee Albany Medical College Albany, New York 11/8/93 - present Bard Contigen Collagen Implant Preceptor Albany Medical College Albany, New York 4/1/94 - present Assistant Professor of Physiology and Cell Biology Department of Physiology 4 Albany Medical College Albany, New York 7/1/94 - present Cancer Committee Albany Medical Center Hospital Albany, New York 4/1/95 - present Medical Staff Century Same Day Surgery 7 Century Hill Drive Latham, NY 12110 11/15/95 - Present Medical Staff Department of Surgery (Urology) St. Peter's Hospital 315 S. Manning Blvd. Albany, NY 12208 12/1/95 - Present Chairman Department of Urology Century Same Day Surgery 7 Century Hill Drive Latham, NY 12110 3/12/96 - Present Principal Investigator "A Randomized Double Blind Comparative Trial of Bicalutamide (Casodex) vs. Placebo in Patients with Early Prostate Cancer" 5/15/96 - Present Surgical In-Patient Improvement Team 7/96 - Present Associate Urology Residency Program Director 9/1/96 - Present OR Operations Committee Albany Medical Center Hospital Albany, NY 9/1/96 - Present Operating Room Committee Albany Medical Center Hospital Albany, NY 10/12/96 Moderator BPH and Other Urologic Disorders: A Primary Care Perspective Desmond Hotel, Albany, NY 5 10/96 - Present Consultant, Nycomed, Inc. Research & Development, NC67722 Lymphography Agent Studies 3/97 - Present Medical staff, Child's Hospital, 25 Hackett Blvd., Albany, NY 1997 - Present Reviewer Southern Medical Journal 1998 Abstract Reviewer, 1998 American Urological Association National Meeting Abstracts (Prostate Cancer-Advanced). 2/98 - Present Urology Sub-Committee Capital District Physician's Health Plan (CDPHP). 3/98 Sub-Investigator, “Phase III, Open Label, Randomized, Parallel Active Control Study to Evaluate Efficacy and Safety of Histrelin Subdermal Implant in Patients with Locally Advanced Prostate Cancer.” 4/1/98 - Present Principle Investigator, "No. R-0529 A Study to Evaluate the Impact of Viagra on Treatment Satisfaction". 4/1/98 - Present Associate Professor of Surgery Division of Urology Albany Medical College Albany, New York 2/9/99-2/12/99 Faculty, 15th Annual Clinical Update in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Stratton Mountain Inn, Stratton Mountain, Vermont. 1999 Abstract Reviewer, 1999 American Urological Association National Meeting Abstracts (Prostate Cancer-Advanced). 10/28/98-Present Principle Investigator, “A Randomized Double Blind Comparative Trial of Bicalutamide (CASODEX) 150 mg. versus Placebo Each in Combination with Castration as Second-Line Therapy for Patients with Asymptomatic Metastatic Prostate Cancer”. 10/98 Sub-Investigator, “A Phase III, Multi-Center, Open-Label, Randomized Study of Abarelix-Depot vs. Lupron DepotÒ 1month plus Daily CasodexÒ In Patients with Prostate Cancer Who are Candidates for Initial Hormonal Therapy. 1998-1999 Judicial Committee Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association 1999 Course Director, Erectile Dysfunction and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): Current Diagnosis and Management, April 10, 1999. 8/99-Present Principle Investigator, “A Double-Blind, Randomized, FixedDose, Placebo Controlled Study to Assess the Efficacy and Safety of Sildenafil in Preventing Erectile Dysfunction in 6 Patients who have Undergone a Bilateral Nerve Sparing Radical Prostatectomy”. 1999 Faculty, Update on Pediatric Urology and Prostate Cancer, The Desmond Hotel, Albany, New York, September 25, 1999. 1999 Faculty, Clinical Directors Conference, Health Services Division of the Federal Bureau of Prisons, San Diego, California, December 7, 1999. 1999-Present Reviewer, Urology 3/99 Sub-Investigator, “Phase III, Randomized, Double-Blind Study of DFMO vs. Placebo in Low Grade Superficial Bladder Cancer.” 6/5/99 Sub-Investigator, “A Phase III at Home Use Study Evaluating the Efficacy and Safety of Escalating Doses of Uprima 2, 3, and 4 mg in the Treatment of Patients with Erectile Dysfunction.” 7/99-Present Medicare Relative Value Scale Advisory Committee, Health Policy Council Component Committee, American Urological Association 9/99 Sub-Investigator, “A Phase III,Multi-Center, Open Label, Randomized Study of Abarelix Depot IM vs. Lupron Depot 7.5mg in Patients with Prostate Cancer who are Candidates for Initial Hormonal Therapy. 10/99 Sub-Investigator, “A Multi-Center Study of Abarelix Depot in Patients with Prostate Cancer in Whom GnRH Agonists are Contraindicated.” 10/99 Sub-Investigator, “A Rollover, Multi-Center, Open-Label, Maintenance Study of Patients with Prostate Cancer who were Previously Treated with Abarelix-Depot 50mg or 100mg IM.” 12/99 Sub-Investigator, “A Phase III, Six-Month, Long-Term, Open-Label, Flexible Dose, Safety Extension of Uprima Tablets (2, 3 and 4mg) in the Treatment of Male Erectile Dysfunction.” 12/99 Sub-Investigator, “A National Phase III Trial of Intron, Interferon-alpha 2b Plus BCG for Treatment of Superficial Bladder Cancer.” 1999 Sub-Investigator, “A Randomized Prospective Study Comparing Radical Prostatectomy Alone Versus Radical Prostatectomy Preceded by Androgen Blockade in Clinical B2 (Tb2NxMo) Prostate Cancer.” 1999-2000 Prize Essay Committee Component of Program Committee, American Urological 7 Association 1999-2000 Ad Hoc Young Urologists Committee, American Urological Association 1999-2000 Judicial Committee Northeastern Section of the American Urological Assoc. 4/00 Sub-Investigator, “Phase IIb / III chemoprevention Trial of Celecoxib to Prevent Recurrence of Superficial Bladder Cancer.” 2000 Update 2000, Course director, Male and Female Sexual Dysfunction 2000 Abstract Reviewer, 2000 American Urological Association Annual Meeting Scientific Program (Prostate CancerAdvanced). 2000-2001 Prize Essay Committee, Component of Program Committee, American Urological Association. 2000-2001 Young Urologists Committee, American Urological Association. 2001 Abstract Reviewer, 2001 American Urological Association Annual Meeting Scientific Program (Prostate CancerAdvanced). 2001-Present Principle Investigator, Lupron Depot A-43818 Protocol #M97-786 Randomized Prospective Study of Adjuvant Androgen Ablation in Radical Prostatectomy Patients at High Risk for Disease Recurrence. 2001-Present Principle Investigator, AMS 002.1 Evaluation of the Safety and Tolerability of Transurethral Dehydrated Alcohol Injection for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. April 2001 Sub-Investigator, A Two Phase, Double-Blinded, Randomized, Parallel-Group Design, Multicenter Study of Flomax Capsules, 0.4mg versus Placebo in Male Patients with Acute Urinary Retention Related to Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. May 18, 2001 Faculty: Recent Advances in Prostate Cancer, The Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston, Massachusetts. June 2001 Sub-Investigator, A Phase III Randomized Double Blind Placebo Controlled Study of the Safety and Efficacy of 10mg of Atresentan in Men with Metastatic Hormone Refractory Prostate Cancer. June 2001 Sub-Investigator, A Phase III Randomized Double Blind Placebo Controlled Study of the Safety and Efficacy of 10mg of Atresentan in Men with Non-Metastatic Hormone Refractory Prostate Cancer. 8 July 13, 2001 Faculty: Recent Advances in Prostate Cancer, The RitzCarlton, Atlanta, Georgia. October 19, 2001 Moderator, Urologic Case Presentations Conference, Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital Medical Center, Plattsburgh, NY. November 8, 2001 Visiting Professor, Department of Urology at SUNY Upstate Medical University, Syracuse, New York 2001-2002 Young Urologists Committee, American Urological Association 2001-2002 Prize Essay Committee, Component of Program Committee, American Urological Association 2002-2003 Young Urologists Committee, American Urological Association. 2002 Abstract Reviewer, 2002 American Urological Association Meeting Scientific Program (Prostate Cancer-Advanced). January 23, 2002 Faculty: Hand Assisted Laparoscopic Renal Surgery, Hartford Hospital, Hartford, Connecticut. February 2002 Principle Investigator, “Evaluation of the Safety and Tolerability of Transurethral Dehydrated Alcohol Injection for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.” February 2002 Sub-Investigator, Phase IIb, Multi-Center, Randomized, Double Blind, Placebo Controlled Trial to Assess the Safety and Efficacy of MPC-7869 in Delaying the Systemic Progression of Prostate Cancer in Patients with Intermediate to High Risk of Recurrence with Rising Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) Levels after Prostatectomy, Prostatectomy and Radiotherapy, or Radiotherapy Alone for Localized Disease. April 5, 2002 Faculty: Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, The Ritz Carlton, Cleveland, Ohio. April 19, 2002 Faculty: Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, The Park Hyatt, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. May 10, 2002 Faculty: Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, The Adam’s Mark Hotel, Charlotte, North Carolina. July 19, 2002 Faculty: Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, The Ritz Carlton Hotel, Dearborn, Michigan. 8/02-Present Minimally Invasive Steering Council (MISC), Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, New York. April 2, 2002 Sub-Investigator, An Open-Label Study to Evaluate the Feasibility of Switching to Treatment with an LHRH Agonist 9 Following 12 Weeks Treatment with Abarelix in Patients with Prostate Cancer. April 2002 Sub-Investigator, An Open-Label, Multi-Center, Ascending, Single Dose Study Investigating the Pharmacokinetics, Pharmacodynamics and Safety of FE200486 in Prostate Cancer Patients. August 16-18,2002 Faculty: Current Concepts in Men’s Health, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York. September 2002Present Faculty: Medical Knowledge Forums in Urology. September 2002 Sub-Investigator, An Open Label Study to Evaluate the Feasibility of Switching to Treatment with an LHRH Agonist Following 4 Weeks of Treatment with Abarelix in Patients with Prostate Cancer. September 20, 2002 Faculty: Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, The New York Roosevelt Hotel, New York, New York. September 2002Present November 2002- Health Policy Committee, Northeastern Section of The American Urological Association Expert Medical Consultant for the Office of Professional Medical Conduct. Present 2003-2004 Young Urologists Committee, American Urological Association. 2003 Abstract Reviewer, 2003 American Urological Association Meeting Scientific Program (Prostate Cancer-Advanced). 2003 Highlight Presenter, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, 2003 American Urological Association Annual Meeting Plenary Session, Chicago, Illinois. February1-2, 2003 Sugar Loaf, USA. Faculty: Maine Urological Association Winter Meeting 2003, January 2003Applied Medical Present Preceptor: Hand Assisted Laparoscopic Renal Surgery, April 2003 Sub-Investigator, An Open-Label, Multi-Center, Extension Study Investigating the Long-Term Safety and Tolerability of FE200486 in Prostate Cancer Patients. May 31, 2003 Symposium, Faculty: Male Sexual Health: Practical Clinical Solutions CME Renaissance Dallas North, Dallas, Texas. 10 June 20, 2003 Faculty: Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, The Ritz Carlton Dearborn, Dearborn, Michigan. June 2003 Sub-Investigator, A Phase III Extension Study to Evaluate the Safety of 10mg of Atresentan in Men with Hormone Refractory Prostate Cancer. August 1, 2003 Faculty: Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, The Four Seasons Hotel, Washington, DC. August 15-17, 2003 Faculty: Current Concepts in Men’s Health, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York. August 2003 Principle Investigator, An Open Label Study to Evaluate the Efficacy and Safety of Tadalafil Administered “On Demand” to Men of Various Populations with Erectile Dysfunction. November 12, 2003 Moderator: Advances in the Treatment Strategies for Prostate Cancer, The Desmond Hotel and Conference Center, Albany, New York. November 2003Present Member: Executive Committee New York State Urological Society 2003 Abstract Reviewer: 2004 American Urological Association Meeting Scientific Program (Prostate Cancer-Advanced). January 17, 2004 Moderator: Sexual Health Hospital Symposia Half Day CME Program, The Desmond Hotel and Conference Center, Albany, New York. January 17, 2004 Faculty: Sexual Health Hospital Symposia Half Day CME Program, The Desmond Hotel and Conference Center, Albany, New York. January 2004 Principal Investigator, A Double Blind, Randomized, Placebo Controlled Multicenter Study to Evaluate the Effects of Rofecoxib in Decreasing the Risk of Prostate Cancer (Vioxx Prostate Cancer VIP Study). January 2004 Sub-Investigator, Study of Duloxetine HCL in Women of Different Demographic Characteristics and Co-morbidities with Stress Urinary Incontinence: Evaluation of Efficacy and Safety. January 2004 Principal Investigator, An Open Label, Randomized, MultiCenter, Parallel Group Comparison of the Efficacy and Safety of Degarelix at Two Different Dosing Regimens in Patients with Prostate Cancer for Thirteen 28 Day Cycles. January 2004 Principal Investigator, A Randomized, Double Blind Placebo Controlled Parallel Group Study of the Efficacy and Safety of Dutasteride 0.5mg Administered Once Daily for Four Years to Reduce the Risk of Biopsy-Detectable Prostate Cancer. 11 January 2004 Sub-Investigator, A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo Controlled Phase 3 Trial of Immunotherapy with Autologous Antigen Presenting Cells Loaded with PA2024 (Provenge APC 8015) in Asymptomatic Subjects with Gleason Sum =7, Metastatic, Androgen Independent Prostatic Adenocarcinomas. January 2004 Sub-Investigator, An Open Label Single Arm Trial of Immunotherapy with Autologous Antigen Presenting Cells Loaded with PA2024 (APC8015F) for Subjects with Objective Disease Progression and Disease Related Pain on Protocol D9902 Part B. January 2004 Principal Investigator, The Effect of Zometa Compared to Placebo on Bone Mineral Density in Patients Undergoing Androgen Deprivation Therapy. January 2004 Principal Investigator, REALISE, Real Life Safety and Efficacy A Post Marketing Surveillance Study of Levitra April 2004 Faculty: Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, The Ritz Carlton Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, April 2, 2004. April 2004 Faculty: Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, W Atlanta Hotel, Atlanta, GA, April 16, 2004. May 2004 Moderator: Poster Session #29, BPH: Epidemiology, Natural History/Evaluation And Surgical Therapy and New Technology, 2004 American Urological Association Annual Meeting, San Francisco, California, May 11, 2004. June 2004 Principal Investigator, Prospective Observational Registry and Patient Survey of the Management of Men with Symptomatic Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), BPH Registry and Patient Registry. June 2004 Sub InvestigatorA Randomized, Double-Blind, PlaceboControlled, Parallel Group Evaluation of the Efficacy and Tolerability of Two Different Doses of ELMIRON for the Treatment of Interstitial Cystitis. Protocol # C-2002-036-02 June 2004 Sub-Investigator, A Phase III, Parallel Group, Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo Controlled, Multi-center Trial to Investigate the Efficacy and Safety of Sustained Release Fesoterodine in Subjects with Overactive Bladder Syndrome. July 2004 Sub-Investigator, A Randomized, Double-Blind, PlaceboControlled, Multicenter Efficacy and Safety Study of Toremifene Citrate for the Prevention of Bone Fractures in Men with Prostate Cancer on Androgen Deprivation Therapy. July 2004 Sub-Investigator, A Randomized, Double-blind, PlaceboControlled Study to Evaluate AMG 162 in the Treatment of 12 Bone Loss in Subjects Undergoing Androgen Deprivation Therapy for Non-Metastatic Prostate Cancer. July 2004 Sub-Investigator, Long Term Open Label Extension Trial for Subjects Completing the Phase III Trial of Fesoterodine (SP5584) for the Treatment of OAB Syndrome, Protocol SP739. July 2004 Principal Investigator, Prospective, Observational Registry of the Management of Men with Prostate Cancer and a Rising PSA Following Definitive Surgical or Radiological Treatment of the Primary Tumor: PCA Registry COMPARE ) Comprehensive, Observational, Multicenter Prostate Adenocarcinoma Registry. July 2004 Sub-Investigator, A Phase II, Randomized, Double-blind, Placebo-controlled, Study to Evaluate the Safety and Efficacy of Prostavac-VF/TRICOM in Combination with GMCSF in Patients with Androgen-Independent Adenocarcinoma of the Prostate. May 2004 Sub Investigator: A Randomized, Double-Blind, PlaceboControlled, Multicenter Efficacy and Safety Study of Toremifene Citrate for the Prevention of Bone Fractures in Men with Prostate Cancer on Androgen Deprivation Therapy. Protocol G300203 July 9, 2004 Faculty: Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, The Pierre, New York, New York. August 2004 Faculty: Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2004, The Sagamore Resort Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 13-15, 2004. October 2004 Moderator: Renal Cell Carcinoma/Genetics, The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Meeting, Westin Savannah Harbor Resort, Savannah, Georgia, October 29, 2004. October 2004 Moderator: Poster Session, The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Meeting, Westin Savannah Harbor Resort, Savannah, Georgia, October, 29, 2004. November 2004 Principal Investigator: Protocol # A6061023, A Phase 2,8 week Multi-Center, Randomized double-Blind, Placebo Controlled, Parallel Group Study Evaluating the Efficacy, Tolerability and Safety od (S,S) - Reboxetine (PNU165442G) For Stress Urinary Incontinence in Women January 2005 Principal Investigator: Clinical Study BO18040, titled "Randomized, two arm, placebo controlled study to compare the efficacy of intravenous loading doses followed by maintenance treatment with intravenous ibandronic acid versus zoledronic acid in patients with skeletal metastases 13 experiencing moderate to severe pain.” January 2005 Sub Investigator: Protocol: R096769-PRE-3002A PlaceboControlled, Double- Blind, Randomized, Parallel Study of the Withdrawl Effects of Chronic Daily and as Needed Dosing with Dapoxetine in the Treatment of Premature Ejaculation February 2005 Faculty: Men’s Health for the Primary Care Provider: Skills You Can Use, The Desmond Hotel, Albany, New York, February 12, 2005. April 2005 Faculty: 2005 Prostate Cancer Update, InterContinental Hotel, San Juan, Puerto Rico, April 9, 2005. May 2005 Moderator: Podium Session #08, Sexual Function/Dysfunction/Andrology: Medical and Non-Surgical Therapy(1), American Urological Association Annual Meeting , San Antonio, Texas, May 23, 2005. July 2005 Faculty: Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, Grand Hyatt New York, New York, New York, July 29, 2005. July 2005 Sub-Investigator: A Randomized, Double-Blind, PlaceboControlled, Multicenter Efficacy and Safety Study of Toremifene Citrate for the Prevention of Prostate Cancer in Men with High Grade Prostatic Intraepithelial Neoplasia (PIN) Protocol # G300104 August 2005 Faculty: Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2005, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 12-14, 2005. August 2005 Sub-Investigator, A multicenter, multiphase, single arm, open label study to evaluate the effects of tolterodine ER in conjunction with behavioral intervention on subject satisfaction and overactive bladder symptoms (urgency urinacy incontinence (UUI), urgency, frequency) in overactive bladder subjects who were dissatisfied with their most recent antimuscarinic OAB medication therapy. Protocol # A6121146 September 2005 Principal Investigator: A Multi-Center, Randomized Phase 3 Study of Adjuvant Oncophage® Versus Observation in Patients With High Risk of Recurrence After Surgical Treatment for Renal Cell Carcinoma. Protocol # C-100-12 September 2005Present AUA Coding and Reimbursement Committee September 2005September 2006 AUA Practice Management Adhoc Committee 2005 - present Abstract Reviewer: 2006 American Urological Association 14 Meeting Scientific Program (General & Epidemiological Trends: Outcomes, Practice Patterns, Quality of Life, Cost Effectiveness). December 2005 Sub-Investigator Amgen Protocol 20050147 A Randomized ,Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Multi-Center Phase 3 Study of Denosumab on Prolonging Bone Metastasis-Free Survival in Men with Hormone-Refractory Prostate Cancer. 2005-Present Reviewer, Journal of Urology 2006-Present Reviewer, Urologic Oncology: Seminars and Origional Investigations May 2006 Moderator: Discussed Poster Session # DP13 Prostate Cancer: Localized (ll), American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, May 23, 2006. May 2006 Program Committee, Northeastern Section of the AUA, Ottawa program. July 2006 Faculty: 2006 Prostate Cancer Review: Redefining Disease Management, The Westin Southfield Detroit, Southfield, Michigan, July 28, 2006. July 2006 Principal Investigator: A randomized, Double-blind, PlaceboControlled Trial Assessing the Efficacy and Safety of dutasteride in Extending the Time to Progression of LowRisk, Localized Prostate Cancer in men who are Candidates for Undergoing Expectant Management July 2006 Sub-Investigator: A randomized, double-blind, multi-center study of Denosumab Compared with Zoledronic Acid (Zometa ®) in the Treatment of Bone Metastases in Men with Hormone-Refractory Prostate Cancer AMG 20050103 July 2006 Principal Investigator: A Randomized, Double-blind, phase III study to evaluate adjuvant cG250 treatment versus placebo in patients with clear cell RCC and high risk of recurrence WX-2003-07HR August 2006 Sub-Investigator: A phase II randomized, multicenter, placebo controlled double-blind, dose-ranging clinical trial to study the efficacy and safety of 5,15 or 25mg/day of CyPat ™ (Cyproterone Acetate) for the treatment of Hot Flashes Following Surgical or Medical Castration of Prostate Cancer Patients August 2006 Faculty:Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2006, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 11 – August 13, 2006. September 2006September 2007 Chair, Program Committee Northeastern Section AUA A Annual Meeting, Rochester, NY September 12 – 17, 2007 September 9, 2006 Moderator: Moderated Poster Session IV-Other Cancer,The 15 Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Meeting, Ottawa, Canada September 21-2006 Sub-Investigator: A Randomized Double-blind, Placebocontrolled Multi-center Efficacy and Safety Extension Study of Toremifene Citrate for the Prevention of Bone Fractures in Men with Prostate Cancer on Androgen Deprivation Therapy. Protocol G300204 2006 – 2007 Program Committee Northeastern Section AUA Annual Meeting, Rochester, NY September 12 – 17, 2007 2006 - present Health Policy Committee Northeastern Section AUA April 9, 2007 Principal Investigator: A Randomized Double-Blind Parallel Group Study Comparing Casodex 50mg plus Placebo to Casodex 50mg plus dutasteride 3.5mg Administered for 18 months to Men with Prostate Cancer Who Have Failed FirstLine Androgen Deprivation Therapy (Assessed by Rising PSA) Followed by a Two-Year Extension Phase AVO108943 REDEEM May 4, 2007 Principal Investigator: Post Marketing Study Using Prolieve TM For The Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) May 2007 Moderator: Moderated Poster # 3, General & Epidemiological Trends & Socioeconomics: Outcomes, Practice Patterns, Quality of Life, Cost Effectiveness (1), American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Anaheim, CA, May19, 2007. September 6, 2007 Moderator: State-of-the-Art Lectures 1-4 & 5-8, The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Meeting, Rochester, NY. January 9, 2008 Sub-Investigator: Phase II Randomized Double Blind Placebo-Controlled Study to Determine the Efficacy of ABR-215050 in Asymptomatic Patients with Metastatic Castrate-Resistant Prostate Cancer March 10, 2008 Principal Investigator: A Phase III, Randomized, DoubleBlind, Parallel Group, Placebo Controlled, Multi-center Study to Assess the Efficacy and Safety of the Beta-3 Agonist YM178 in Subjects with Symptoms of Overactive Bladder. 178-CL-047 ARIES March 11, 2008 Principal Investigator: A Phase 2, Randomized, DoubleBlind, Parallel Group, Placebo Controlled, Multi-Center Study to Evaluate the Safety of the Co-administration of Solifenacin Succinate with 0.4 mg Tamsulosin Hydrochloride OCAS (TOCAS) Using Urodynamics in Male Subjects with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS) and Bladder Outlet Obstruction (BOO)”905-CL-058 April 22, 2008 Principal Investigator: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Parallel 16 Group, Active Controlled, Multi-center Long-term Study to Assess the Safety and Efficacy of the Beta-3 Agonist YM178 in Subjects with Symptoms of Over active Bladder. 178-CL-049 TAURUS May 2008 May 2008 - present Moderator: Podium Session #02, General & Epidemiological Trends & Socioeconomics: Outcomes, Practice Patterns, Quality of Life and Cost Effectiveness (1), American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Orlando, Florida, May 17, 2008. Chairman, Coding & Reimbursement Committee, American Urological Association. May 2008 - present Member, Health Policy Council, American Urological Association August 2008 Faculty: Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2008, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 8-10, 2008` September 24 2008 Sub-Investigator: A Multicenter, Randomized, PlaceboControlled, Double-Blind, Phase 3 Trial of Single-Dose Intravesical EOquin ® as a Surgical Adjuvant Instilled in the Early Postoperative Period in Patients Undergoing Transurethral Resection for Noninvasive Bladder Cancer. November 2008 - American Urological Association G. James Gallagher Health Policy Scholar present Program Selection Committee January 30, 2009 Sub Investigator: An Open Label, Single Arm, Extension Study to Evaluate the Long Term Safety of Denosumab (AMG 162) in the Treatment of Bone Loss in Subjects Undergoing Androgen-Deprivation Therapy for Nonmetastatic Prostate Cancer March 2009 Faculty: 41st Annual Duke Urologic Assembly, Four Seasons Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, March 7-10, 2009 March 10 2009 Sub-Investigator: A Randomized, Open Label Multicenter, Phase III, 2-Arm Study of Androgen deprivation with leuprolide +/- docetaxel for Clinically Asymptomatic Prostate Cancer Subjects with a rising PSA Following Definitive Local Therapy April 2009 Moderator: Podium Session # 9, General & Epidemiological Trends & Socioeconomics: Outcomes, Practice Patterns, Quality of Life and Cost Effectiveness (II), American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 26, 2009. April 2009 Faculty: Coding and Reimbursement Update 2009 American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, Illinois, April 27, 2009. June 15 2009 Principal Investigator: Follow up Study for REDUCE Study 17 Pateints ARI103094 August 2009 October 2009 – September 2010 October 2009present October 2009 – present Faculty: Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2009, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 14 – August 16, 2009` . Secretary-Elect, Northeastern Section American Urological Association Section Secretaries/Membership Council, American Urological Association Northeastern Section American Urological Association Board of Directors September 2009 Sub-Investigator: Bladder Cancer Recurrence Surveillance Trial PBS-001 October 2009 Sub-Investigator: Hematuria Evaluation Trial PBS002 December 10 2009 Principal Investigator: A Phase 2, Multicenter, Randomized, Single-Blind Study of Vitespen (HSPPC-96, Oncophage ®) for Immune Response Assessment Following Treatment of Patients with Resectable Renal Cell Carcinoma at Intermediate Risk of Recurrence C-100-38 March 2010 Faculty: 42nd Annual Duke Urologic Assembly, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort Spa, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, March 25-28, 2010 March 2010 DYSURIA Visiting Professor, 42nd Annual Duke Urologic Assembly, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, March 25-28, 2010. April 2009 Faculty: Coding and Reimbursement Update 2010 American Urological Association Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA May 2010 July 2010 – present AMA CPT Advisory Committee representing the American Urological Association July 2010- Albany Medical Center Operative/Anesthesia Services QIT Committee September 2010- Secretary, Northeastern Section American Urological Association May 2011- present Bylaws Committee, American Urological Association 18 May 2011- present Faculty: Coding and Reimbursement Update 2011 American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Washington, D.C., May 2011, August 2011 Faculty: Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2011, The Sagamore, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 12 – August 14, 2011` October 2011 Moderator, Moderated Poster Session I: Oncology 1, Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association 63rd Annual Meeting, Roosevelt Hotel, New Orleans, LA October 27, 2011 RESEARCH EXPERIENCE: 1984 - 1986 Research Fellowship, National Research Science Award Herbert B. Hechtman, M.D., Department of Surgery The Harvard Medical School/Brigham Women's Hospital Boston, Massachusetts Investigated prostanoid mediation of non-hydrostatic pulmonary edema and prostanoids as modulators of the local and systemic pathophysiology of ischemia. 1980 Medical Student Summer Fellow Nicholas R. Hall, Ph.D., Department of Biochemistry The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences, Washington, D.C. 1980 Investigated thymic hormones as an important component in the bidirectional flow of information between the CNS and the immune system. 1978 - 1979 Research Assistant John E. Simmons, Ph.D. Trinity College Hartford, Connecticut Investigated the ability of non-aromatizable androgens to effect aggressive behavior in female mice. 1978 Summer Student Fellow Martin Berman, M.D., Department of Pathology Hartford Hospital Hartford, Connecticut Investigated estrogen receptors in benign liver tumors. PUBLICATIONS: 1. Kaufman RP Jr., Kobzik L, Valeri CR, Shepro D, Hechtman HB. Vasodilator prostaglandins (PG) prevent renal damage after ischemia. Surgical Forum 36:435436, 1985. 19 2. Anner H, Kaufman RP Jr., Kobzik L, Valeri CR, Shepro D, Hechtman HB. Pulmonary hypertension and leukosequestration with ischemia induced Tx production. Surgical Forum 37:312-314, 1986. 3. Austin JC, Berrizbeitia LD, Hein RA, Kaufman RP Jr., Disesa VJ, Shemin RJ, Hechtman HB, Cohn LH. Thromboxane synthetase inhibition reduces ventricular irritability after coronary occlusion and reperfusion. Surgical Forum 37:250-252, 1986. 4. Kaufman RP Jr., Kobzik L, Valeri CR, Shepro D, Hechtman HB. Vasodilator prostaglandins (PG) prevent renal damage after ischemia. Ann Surg 205(2):195198, 1987. 5. Kaufman RP Jr., Anner H, Kobzik L, Valeri CR, Shepro D, Hechtman HB. High plasma PG/Tx ratio protects against renal ischemia. Surg Gynec Obstet 165:404409, 1987. 6. Anner H, Kaufman RP Jr., Kobzik L, Valeri CR, Shepro D, Hechtman HB. Pulmonary hypertension and leukosequestration after lower torso ischemia. Ann Surg 206:642-648, 1987. 7. Anner H, Kaufman RP Jr., Kobzik L, Valeri CR, Shepro D, Hechtman HB. Pulmonary leukosequestration induced by hind limb ischemia. Ann Surg 206(2):162167, 1987. 8. Kaufman RP Jr., Klausner JM, Anner H, Feingold H, Kobzik L, Valeri CR, Shepro D, Hechtman HB. Inhibition of thromboxane (Tx) synthesis by free radical scavengers. J Trauma 28(4):458-464, 1988. 9. Anner H, Kaufman RP Jr., Valeri CR, Shepro D, Hechtman HB. Reperfusion of ischemic lower limbs increases pulmonary microvascular permeability. J Trauma 28(5):607-610, 1988. 10. Austin JC, Berrizbeitia LD, Schoen FJ, Kaufman RP Jr, Hechtman HB, Cohen LH: Thromboxane synthetase inhibition reduces ventricular irritability after coronary occlusion and reperfusion. Am Heart J 115:505-509, 1988. 11. Kaufman RP Jr, Keane TE, Tucker JA, Hechtman HB, Walther PJ: A pharmacologically-induced increased plasma prostacyclin (PGI2) to thromboxane (TxA2) ratio protects the testis from ischemic necrosis. Surgical Forum 41:713-715, 1990. 12. Kaufman RP Jr, Carson CC: Operations for testicular torsion. In JW Fowler (ed), Mastery of Surgery: Urologic Surgery, 1992, pp. 562-566. 13. Kaufman RP Jr, Carson CC: Management of testicular trauma. In JW Fowler (ed), Mastery of Surgery: Urologic Surgery, 1992, pp. 589-591. 14. Kaufman RP Jr, McCandless BK, Malik AB: Neutrophil (PMN) CD18 Integrin mediates endotoxin-induced intrarenal PMN Sequestration. Surgical Forum 43:732734, 1992. 15. Reddy PP, Kaufman RP Jr., McCandless BK, Neumann PH, Malik AB: Thrombin Induced Expression of Neutrophil (PMN) CD18 Integrin: A Mechanism for Intrarenal PMN Sequestration. Surgical Forum 44:767-770, 1993. 20 16. Kaufman RP Jr., Carson CC: Ureteroscopic Management of Transitional Cell Carcinoma of the Ureter Using the Neodymium:YAG Laser. Lasers in Surgery and Medicine 13:625-628, 1993. 17. McCandless, BK, Kaufman RP Jr., Cooper, JA, Neumann, PH, Malik, AB. Mediation of lung neutrophil uptake after endotoxin by CD18-integrin-dependent and -independent mechanism. Am. J. Physiol. 266:H1451-H1456, 1994. 18. Wu VH, Dangman BC, Kaufman RP Jr.: Sonographic appearance of acute testicular venous infarction in a patient with a hypercoagulable state. J. Ultrasound Med. 14:57-59, 1995. 19. Kallakury BVS, Figge J, Leibovich B, Hwang J, Rifkin M, Kaufman RP Jr., Figge HL, Nazeer T, Ross JS. Increased bcl-2 protein levels in prostatic adenocarcinomas (PAC) are not associated with rearrangements in the 2.8 kb major breakpoint region (MBR) or with P53 protein accumulation. Modern Pathology 9:1-6, 1996. 20. Perrotti M, Gentle DL, Barada JH, Wilbur HJ, Kaufman RP Jr. Mini-laparotomy pelvic lymph node dissection minimizes morbidity, hospitalization and cost of pelvic lymph node dissection. J. Urol. 155:986-988, 1996. 21. Gentle DL, Kaufman RP Jr., Mandell J: Use of the Nd:YAG laser for removal of a congenital posterior urethral polyp in a three year old child: A case report and review of the literature. Urology 47:445-447, 1996. 22. Perrotti M, Kaufman RP Jr., Jennings TA, Thaler HT, Soloway MS, Rifkin MD and Fisher HAG: Enco-Rectal Coil Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Clinically Localized Prostate Cancer: Is it Accurate? J. Urol. 156:106-109, 1996. 23. Kallakury BVS, Yang F, Figge J, Smith KE, Kausik SJ, Tacy NJ, Fisher HAG, Kaufman R, Figge H, Ross JS: Decreased levels of CD44 protein and mRNA in prostate carcinoma correlation with tumor grade and ploidy. Cancer. 78:1461-9, 1996. 23. Ross JS, Sheehan C, Hayner-Buchan A, Ambros RA, Kallakury BVS, Kaufman R, Fisher HAG, Muraca PF: HER-2/neu gene amplification status in prostate cancer by fluorescence in situ hybridization. Human Path. 28(7):827-833, 1996. 24. Kallakury BVS, Figge J, Leibovich B, Hwang J, Rifkin M, Kaufman R, Figge HL, Nazeer T, Ross JS. Increased bcl-2 protein levels in prostatic adenocarcinomas are not associated with rearrangements in the 2.8 kb major breakthrough region or with P53 protein accumulation. Modern Pathol 9(1):41-47, 1996. 25. Ross JS, Sheehan CE, Hayner-Buchan AM, Ambros RA, Kallakury BVS, Kaufman RP, Jr., Fisher HAG, Rifkin MD, Muraca PJ: Prognostic significance of HER-2/neu gene amplification status by flourescence in situ hybridization of prostate carcinoma. Cancer. 79:2162-2170, 1997. 26. Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Ambros RA, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP Jr., Ross JS: The prognostic significance of p34 CDC2 and Cyclin D1 protein expression in prostate adenocarcinoma. Cancer. 80:753-63, 1997. 27. White MD, Kaufman RP, Jr., Das AK, Fisher HAG, Mehlhaff BA: Transurethral vaporization of the prostate: An efficacious and durable tretament for benign 21 prostatic hyperplasia. Surgical Forum. 48:625-628, 1997. 28. Kallakury BVS, Brien TP, Lowry CV, Muraca PJ, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Ross JS: Telomerase activity in human benign prostate tissue and prostatic adenocarcinomas. Diagn. Mol. Pathol. 6 (4): 192-198, 1997. 29. Groudine SB, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Patel MK, Wilkins LJ, Mehta SA, Lumb PD: Intravenous lidocaine speeds the return of bowel function, decreases postoperative pain, and shortens hospital stay in patients undergoing radical retropubic prostatectomy. Anesth. Analg. 86:235-9, 1998. 30. Kallakury BV, Sheehan CE, Ambros RA, Fisher HA, Kaufman RP Jr., Muraca PJ, Ross JS: Correlation of p34cdc2 Cyclin-Dependent Kinase Over-Expression, CD44s Down Regulation, and HER-2/neu Oncogene Amplification with Recurrence in Prostatic Adenocarcinomas. J. Clin. Oncol. Vol. 16:1302-1309, 1998. 31. White MD, Das AK, Kaufman RP, Jr.: Gangrenous cystitis in the elderly: Pathogenesis and management options. British Journal of Urology 82:297-299, 1998. 32. White MD, Das AK, Rivard DJ, Kaufman RP, Jr.: Outcome analysis of needle cystourethropexy for female stress urinary incontinence. Journal of Pelvic Surgery 4:204-207, 1998. 33. Ross JS, Sheehan CE, Ambros RA, Nazeer T, Jennings TA, Kaufman RP, Jr., Fisher HAG, Rifkin MD, Kallakury BVS: Needle biopsy DNA ploidy status predicts grade shifting in prostate cancer. AMJ Surg. Pathol. 23(3):296-301, 1999. 34. Wharton JM, Chhieng DC, Hou J, delRosario AD, Kaufman RP Jr., Ross JS: Growth factor expression in clear cell renal cell carcinoma. Journal of Urologic Pathology 9:103-113, 1998. 35. Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Rhee SJ, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP Jr., Rifkin MD, Ross JS: The prognostic significance of proliferation-associated nucleolar protein p120 expression in prostate adenocarcinoma. Cancer 85:1569-1576, 1999. 36. Block J, Kaufman RP Jr.: Sickle cell disease – urologic considerations. NL Gomella (ed.), The 5-minute urology consult, 2000, pp 500-501. 37. Abrahams HM, Graber MW, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP Jr., Ross JS. Prognostic significance of topoisomerase lla overexpression in transitional cell carcinoma of the urinary bladder. Journal of Urologic Pathology 13:13-22, 2000. 38. Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Winn-Dean E, Oliver J, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP Jr., Ross JS: Decreased Expression of Catenins (α and β), p120 CTN, and ECadherin Cell Adhesion Proteins and E-Cadherin Gene Promoter Methylation in Prostatic Adenocarcinomas. Cancer 92:2786-95, 2001. 39. Ross JS, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman R, Dolen EM, Kallakury BVS. Prognostic markers in prostate cancer. Expert Rev Mol Diag 2(2):89-102, 2002. 40. Ross JS, Kaur P, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP Jr., Kallakury BVS: Prognostic Significance of Matrix Metalloproteinase 2 and Tissue Inhibitor of Metalloproteinase #2 Expression in Prostate Cancer. Mod Path 16 (3):198-205, 2003. 22 41. Ross JS, Jennings TA, Nazeer T, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Anwar S, Kallakury BVS. Prognostic Factors in Prostate Cancer. Am J Cllin Pathol 120:S85-S100;2003. 42. Ross JS, Sheehan CE, Fisher HA, Kaufman RP Jr, Kaur P, Gray K, Webb I, Gray GS, Mosher R, Kallakury BV. Correlation of primary tumor prostate-specific membrane antigen expression with disease recurrence in prostate cancer. Clin Cancer Res. 2003 Dec 15;9(17):6357-62. 43. Kaur P, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP Jr., Ross JS. Survivin and bcl-2 expression in prostatic adenocarcinomas. Arch Pathol Lab Med. 128:39-43;2004. 44. Ross JS, Kallakury BV, Sheehan CE, Fisher HA, Kaufman RP Jr, Kaur P, Gray K, Stringer B. Expression of Nuclear Factor-kappa B and l kappa B alpha Proteins in Prostatic Adenocarcinomas: Correlation of Nuclear Factor-kappa B Immunoreactivity with Disease Recurrence. Clin Cancer Res. 2004 Apr 1; 10(7):2466-72. 45. Moore CK, Karikehalli S, Nazeer T, Fisher HA, Kaufman RP Jr, Mian BM. Prognostic significance of high grade prostatic intraepithelial neoplasia and atypical small proliferation in the contemporary era. J Urol. 2005 Jan;173(1):70-2. 46. Capello SA, Kogan BA, Giorgi LJ Jr, Kaufman RP Jr. Prenatal ultrasound has led to earlier detection and repair of ureteropelvic junction obstruction. J Urol. 2005 Oct;174(4 Pt 1):1425-8. 47. Sheehan GM, Kallakury BV, Sheehan CE, Fisher HA, Kaufman RP Jr, Ross JS. Smad4 protein expression correlates with grade, stage, and DNA ploidy in prostatic adenocarcinomas. Hum Pathol. 2005 Nov;36(11):1204-9. 48. Mian BM, Lehr DJ, Moore CK, Fisher HA, Kaufman RP Jr, Ross JS, Jennings TA, Nazeer T. Role of prostate biopsy schemes in accurate prediction of Gleason scores. Urology; 2006 Feb;67(2):379-83. 49. Sheehan GM, Kallakury BV, Sheehan CE, Fisher HA, Kaufman RP Jr, Ross JS. Loss of claudins-1 and -7 and expression of claudins-3 and -4 correlate with prognostic variables in prostatic adenocarcinomas. Hum Pathol. 2007 Apr;38(4):564-9. 50. Bratslavsky G, Fisher HA, Kaufman RP Jr, Voskoboynik D, Nazeer T, Mian BM. PSA-related markers in the detection of prostate cancer and high-grade disease in the contemporary era with extended biopsy. Urol Oncol. 2008 Mar-Apr;26(2): 16670. 51. Badger WJ, De EJ, Kaufman RP Jr. Robotically assisted excision of ovarian vein for intermittent ureteral obstruction. JSLS. 2008 Apr-Jun;12(2):166-8. 52. Bauer R, Kaufman R, Mian BM. Use of anticholinergic therapy in men. Can J Urol. 2008 Dec; 15(6):4359-62. 53. Firoozi F, Nazeer T, Fisher HA, Kaufman RP Jr, White MD, Mian BM. Tissuemarking scheme for a cost-effective extended prostate biopsy protocol. Urol Oncol. 2009 Jan-Feb;27(1): 21-5. 23 ABSTRACTS: 1. Kaufman RP Jr., Anner H, Kobzik L, Valeri CR, Shepro D, Hechtman HB. Protection against renal ischemia by increasing plasma PG/Tx. Federation proceedings 45:4695, 1986. 2. Kaufman RP Jr., Anner H, Feingold H, Valeri CR, Shepro D, Hechtman HB. Inhibition of thromboxane (Tx) synthesis by free radical scavengers. Federation Proceedings 45:MC47, 1986. 3. Anner H, Kaufman RP Jr., Kobzik L, Valeri CR, Shepro D, Hechtman HB. Ischemia induced thromboxane synthesis moderates cardiopulmonary function. Federation Proceedings 45:1548, 1986. 4. Kaufman RP Jr, Keane TE, Tucker JA, Hechtman HB, Walther PJ: Acute testicular ischemia: Pharmacologic reduction of reperfusion injury by prostanoid modulation. J Urol 143(4):262A, 1990. 5. Kaufman RP, Carson CC, Robertson CN, Walther PJ. Ureteroscopic management of transitional cell carcinoma of the ureter using the Nd:YAG laser. Lasers in Surgery and Medicine (Supplement) 3:324, 1991. 6. McCandless BK, Kaufman RP Jr., Reddy P., Neumann P, Malik AB: Thrombin Mediates Neutrophil (PMN) Uptake in Lungs by Proteolytic Action on the Thrombin Receptor. The FASEB Journal 7:1988, 1993. 7. Kaufman RP, Jr., McCandless BK, Reddy P., Neumann P., and Malik AB: Thrombin Induces Renal Microvascular Neutrophil (PMN) Uptake Through a Receptor-Mediated Event. J. Urol. 149:372, 1993. 8. Sutherland RW, Barada JH, Kaufman RP, Jr., Fisher HAG: Percutaneous Puncture of Continent Urinary Reservoirs for Stone Manipulation. J. Urol. 149:743, 1993. 9. Russell DJ, Kaufman RP, Jr., Cain MP: Medical Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Versus Transurethral Prostatectomy: The Economic Consequences. J. Urol. 149:883, 1993. 10. Perrotti M, Gentle D, and Kaufman R.P., Jr.: Mini-Lap Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection (MLPLND) Minimizes Morbidity, Cost, and Hospitalization of Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection (PLND). J. Urol. 151:1084, 1994. 11. Kallakury BVS, Figge J, Leibovich B, Rifkin M, Kaufman R, Figge HL, Nazeer T, Ross JS: Increased BCL-2 Protein Levels in Prostatic Adenocarcinomas are not Associated with Rearrangements in the 2.8 KB Major Breakpoint Region or with P53 Protein Accumulation. Laboratory Investigation 72(1):78A, 1995. 12. Reddy PP, Russell DJ, Wilbur HJ, Kaufman RP, Jr.: Laser Irradiation Decreases Local Recurrence in Superficial Bladder Tumors. Lasers in Surgery and Medicine (Supplement), 7:311, 1995. 13. Perrotti M, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr, Rifkin M.: Assessment of Preoperative Endorectal Surface Coil Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Male Pelvis as a Predictor of Final Stage in Clinical Stage T1C, T2A and T2B Adenocarcinoma of the Prostate. J. Urol., 153:503, 1995. 24 14. Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr, Wilbur HJ.: Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy with 5Fluorouracil (5-FU) and Cis-Platin (DDP) for Stage III (N+) Penile Cancer prior to Ilioinguinal Lymph Node Dissection (ILND) - Long Term Results. J. Urol., 155:59, 1996. 15. White MD, Gentle DL, Kaufman RP, Jr, Das A, Fisher HAG, Mehlhaff BA: Outpatient Transurethral Vaporization of the Prostate (TUVP) as a Safe, Efficacious and Economical Alternative to Standard Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP). J. Urol., 155:1042, 1996. 16. Wharton JM, Chieng DC, Hou J, DelRosario AD, Sheehan CS, Fisher HAG, Kaufman R, Ross JS.: Expression of Transforming Growth Factor Beta (TGF-β): Transforming Growth Factor Alpha (TGF-α) and Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). J. Urol., 155:1379, 1996. 17. Kallakury BVS, Figge J, Yang F, Smith KE, Kausik SJ, Fisher HAG, Kaufman R, Figge H, Ross JS: Down-Regulation of CD44 Protein in mRNA in Prostate Cancer: Correlation with Tumor Grade and Ploidy. J. Urol., 155:1534, 1996. 18. Kallakury BVS, Figge J, Yang F, Smith KE, Kausik SJ, Fisher HAG, Kaufman R, Figge H, Ross JS: Down-Regulation of CD44 Protein in mRNA in Prostate Cancer: Correlation with Tumor Grade and Ploidy. (Abstract) Modern Pathol 9(1):430, 1996. 19. Ross JS, Sheehan CE, Hayner-Buchan, Ambros RA, Kallakury BVS, Kaufman RP Jr., Fisher HAG, Muraca PJ. HER-2/neu Gene Amplification Status in Prostatic Cancer (PC) by Fluorescence In-situ Hybridization (FISH). Am J Hum Genet 59:a80, 1996. 19. Reddy PP, Russell DJ, Wilbur HJ, Kaufman RP Jr.: Laser Irradiation Decreases Local Recurrence in Superficial Bladder Tumors. BiOs '96 Technical Abstract Digest, 2671G-70. 20. Reddy PP, Kaufman RP Jr., Brien TP, McCandless BK, Saba TM: Neutrophil CD18 Integrin Expression and Matrix Fibronectin Disruption: Mechanisms for Neutrophil Mediated Intrarenal Vascular Injury. J. Urol., 157:119, 1997. 21. White MD, Loughlin MW, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP Jr., Das AK: Voiding Function in Patients Undergoing Prostatic Cryoablation -- A Preoperative Urodynamic Analysis. J. Urol., 157:982, 1997. 22. Groudine SB, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP Jr., Patel MK, Wilkins L, Mehta SA, Lumb PD: Intravenous Lidocaine Speeds the Return of Bowel Function, Decreases Postoperative Pain, and Shortens Hospital Stay in Patients Undergoing Radical Retropubic Prostatectomy. Anesthesiology, 87:3A, A804, 1997. 23. Reddy PP, Kaufman RP, Jr., Brien TP, McCandless BK, Saba T: Neutophil CD18 Integrin Expression and Matric Fibronectin Disruption: Mechanisms for Neutrophil Mediatred Intrarenal Vascular Injury. B.J. Urol. 80, Suppl. 2: 456, 1997. 24. Loughlin MW, White MD, Kaufman RJ, Jr., Figge J, Dharia N, Fisher HAG: Neoadjuvant Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT) Prior to Radical Prostatectomy (RP) Decreases Positive Margins for Clinical T1c Prostate Cancer. B.J. Urol. 80, Suppl. 2: 1047, 1997. 25. White MD, Loughling MW, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RJ, Jr., Das AK: Voiding Function in Patients Undergoing Prostatic Cryoablation - A Preoperative 25 Urodynamic Analysis. B.J. Urol. 80, Suppl. 2: 1077, 1997. 26. Reddy PP, Kaufman RP, Jr., Brien TP, McCandless BK, Saba TM: Renal microvascular injury during sepsis: CD18 Integrin dependent mechanism of neutrophil mediated inflammatory response.? Pediatrics, 100, (3) (Suppl); 569, 1997. 27. Ross JS, Sheehan CE, Hayner-Buchan AM, Ambros RA, Kallakury BVS, Kaufman R, Fisher HAG, Muraca PJ. HER-2/neu gene amplification status in prostatic cancer (PC) by fluorescence in-situ hybridization. Modern Pathol 10(1):87A, 1997. 28. Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Ambros RA, Fisher HAG, Kaufman R, Ross JS. Prognostic significance of P34cdc2 cyclin dependent kinase and cyclin D1 protein expression in prostatic adenocarcinomas (PACs). Modern Pathol 10(1): 79A, 1997. 29. Kallakury BVS, Brien TP, Lowry CV, Fisher HAG, Kaufman R, Rifkin MD, Ross JS. Telomerase activity in benignprostate tissue and prostatic adenocarcinomas (PACs). Modern Pathol 10(1): 78A, 1997. 30. Das AK, White MD, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr.: Pre and postoperative urodynamic findings in patients undergoing prostatic cryoablation after radiation failure. J. Urol., 159:467, 1998. 31. Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Rhee S, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Rifkin MD, Ross JS. Prognostic significance of cell cycle regulatory proteins (cyclins A and B) and proliferation associated antigens (p120, Ki-67, and PCNA) in prostatic adenocarcinomas. Modern Pathology 11(1); 86A; 1998. 32. Kogan BA, Abrahams MH, Kaufman RP, Jr.: Antonio Scarpa: Contributions of a great surgeon and anatomist. J. Urol., 161:719, 1999. 33. Abrahams MH, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Graber MW, Sheehan CE, Ross JS: Prognostic significance of topoisomerase II alpha overexpression in transitional cell carcinoma of the urinary bladder. J. Urol., 161:463, 1999. 34. Ross JS, Sheehan CE, Abrahams HM, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Rifkin MD, Kallakury BVS. Decreased expression of e-cadherin and catenin complex proteins in prostatic adenocarcinomas. Modern Pathology 12(1); 105A; 1999. 35. Sheehan CE, Chang T, Kallakury BVS, Croce C, Dincer A, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Rifkin MD, Ross JS. FHIT tumor suppressor protein expression in prostate cancer. Modern Pathology 12(1); 107A; 36. Graber MW, Abrahams HM, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Ross JS. Prognostic significance of topoisomerase II alpha overexpression in transitional cell carcinoma of the urinary bladder. Modern Pathology 12(1); 96A; 1999. 37. Graber MW, Abrahams HM, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Ross JS. Clinical significance of HER-2/neu amplification and expression in transitional cell carcinoma of the urinary bladder. Modern Pathology 12(1); 96A; 1999. 38. Abrahams MH, Strope S, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr.: The significance of the location of positive margins after radical prostatectomy. J. Urol., 163:820, 2000. 26 39. Murray BP, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr.: Endorectal MRI: Assessment of the utility for prostate cancer localization. J. Urol., 163:845, 2000. 40. Kaufman RP, Jr., Strope S, Abrahams MH, Fisher HAG: Role of external beam radiation therapy in pT3 prostate cancer. J. Urol., 163:1162, 2000. 41. Graber MW, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Ross JS. Expression of the c-kit receptor and its ligand stem cell factor in transitional cell carcinoma of the urinary bladder. Modern Pathology, 13(1); 578A; 2000. 42. Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Boehm JR, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Rifkin MD, Ross JS. Cell adhesion molecule interactions in prostatic adenocarcinomas (PACs): Correlation of CD33s downregulation and HER-2/neu amplification with ecadherin/catenin protein expression. Modern Pathology, 13(1); 657A; 2000. 43. Karikehalli S, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CD, Bratslavsky G, Kaufman RP, Jr., Fisher HAG, Ross JS. Patterns of c-kot proto oncogene product expression in renal cell carcinoma: Coexpression with stem cell factor (SCF) and correlation with high grade malignancy. Modern Pathology, 13(1); 659A; 2000. 44. Karikehalli S, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Bratslavsky G, Kaufman RP, Jr., Fisher HAG, Ross JS. Loss of expression of PTEN nm23-H1 and KAI-1 tumor suppressor gene products in renal cell carcinomas (RCCs). Modern Pathology, 13(1); 660A; 2000. 45. Kaur P, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Strope SA, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Ross JS. Loss of expression of c-met gene product in human prostatic adenocarcinoma (PACs) correlates with high tumor grade and aneuploidy. Modern Pathology, 13(1); 661A; 2000. 46. Graber MW, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Abrahams MH, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Ross JS. Expression of transforming growth factor Beta-3 in transitional cell carcinoma of the urinary bladder. Modern Pathology, 14(1); 634A, 2001. 47. Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Lowry CV, Salmon SL, Anand RD, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Ross JS. GST-p protein is downregulated in high grade PIN and prostatic adenocarcinomas (PACs): A preliminary analysis of association with methylation of the gene promoter. Modern Pathology, 14(1); 651A, 2001. 48. Karikehalli S, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Azumi N, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Ross JS. Immunoreactivity for ubiquitin is an independent predictor of survival in renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Modern Pathology, 14(1); 656A, 2001. 49. Kaur P, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Smith K, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Ross JS. Immunohistochemical expression of survivin and bcl-2 in prostatic adenocarcinoma (PACs). Modern Pathology, 14(1); 657A, 2001. 50. Ross JS, Kaur P, Smith K, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Kallakury BVS. Co-expression of matrix metalloproteinase 2 and tissue inhibitor of matrix metalloproteinase 2 in prostatic adenocarcinomas (PACs). Modern Pathology, 14(1); 705A, 2001. 51. Ross JS, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Salmon SL, Anand RD, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Lowry CV. Immunohistochemical downregulation of GST-pi protein and methylation of the gene promoter are associated with majority of 27 prostatic adenocarcinomas (PACs). Proceedings of the American Association for Cancer Research, February 2001. 52. Lehr DJ, Kaufman RP, Jr.: Coaguloop and wedge loops offers safe and efficacious outpatient TURP. Canadian Journal of Urology; 9(4):1617, 2002. 53. White R, Kaufman RP, Jr.: Initial experience with hand-assisted laparoscopic nephrectomy. Canadian Journal of Urology; 9(4):1618, 2002. 54. Moore C, Anwar S, Nazeer T, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., Mian BM: Detection of prostate cancer in men undergoing repeat prostate biopsy: effect of extended biopsy scheme. Canadian Journal of Urology; 9(4),1619, 2002. 55. Moore CK, Karekehalli S, Nazeer T, Fisher HA, Kaufman RP, Jr., Mian BM: Prognostic Value of High Grade Prostatic Intraepithelial and Neoplasia and Atypia in the Extended Prostate Biopsy Era. J. Urol., 169:453, 2003. 56. Moore CK, Mian B, Fisher H, Kaufman R, Karekehalli S, Nazeer T: Prognostic Value of High Grade Prostatic Intraepithelial and Neoplasia and Atypia in the Extended Prostate Biopsy Era. The Canadian Journal of Urology; 10(4):1953, August 2003. 57. White RG, Fisher HA, Kaufman RP, Jr., Upper Tract Transitional Cell Carcinoma: Outcomes of Ureteroscopic and Percutaneous Approach. The Canadian Journal of Urology; 10(4):1960, August 2003. 58. White RG, Kaufman RP, Jr.: Critical Assessment of Hand Assisted Laparoscopic Nephrectomy (HALN) by the Non-Fellowship Trained Laparoscopist: Initial Outcomes in Learning Curve. The Canadian Journal of Urology; 10(4):1964, August 2003. 59. Karikehalli S, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Azumi N, Kaufman RP, Jr., Fisher HAG, Ross JS. Expression of anti-apoptotic proteins surviving and bcl-2 in renal cell carcinoma (RCC). Modern Pathology 16; 138A, 2003. 60. Kaur P, Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman, Jr. RP, Ross JS. Expression of heat shock proteins in prostate carcinoma. Modern Pathology 17; 161A-162A, 2004. 61. Ross JS, Sheehan CE, Kaur P, Fisher HAG, Kaufman, Jr. RP, Kallakury BVS. Downregulation of CD138 and CD10 in prostatic adenocarcinomas (PACS): Utility of CD138 as a basal cell marker in prostate tissue. Modern Pathology 17; 174A, 2004. 62. Capello SA, Kogan BA, Kaufman RP, Jr., Giorgi LJ, Jr. A Retrospective Analysis of Pyeloplasty in New York State: a 19 Year Review. The Canadian Journal of Urology; 11(4): 2354, August 2004. 63. Bratslavsky G, Fisher HAG, Kaufman RP, Jr., NazeerT, Mian B Percent Free Prostate Specific Antigen in the Extended Biopsy Era: Still Relevant?, The Canadian Journal of Urology; 11(4): 2362, August 2004. 64. Capello SA, Kaufman RP, Jr., Fisher HAG, Mian B, Tolerability and Efficacy of Bicalutamide Monotherapy in Biochemical Recurrence of Prostate Cancer, The Canadian Journal of Urology, 11(4): 2373, August 2004. 28 65. Capello SA, Kogan BA, Giorgi LJ, Jr., Kaufman RP, Jr., Prenatal Ultrasound Reduces the Rate of Adult Pyeloplasty J. Urol. 173(4) Suppl. 89, 2005. 66. Kallakury BVS, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman Jr. RP, Ross JS. Immunohistochemical Expression Of Ezh2 In Prostatic Adenocarcinomas (Pacs). Modern Pathology, 18(149A); 2005. 67. Ross JS, Sheehan GM, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman Jr. RP, Kallakury BVS. SMAD4 Protein Is Expressed In Prostatic Adenocarcinomas (Pacs) And Correlates With Grade, Stage And DNA Ploidy. Modern Pathology 18(161A);2005. 68. Kallakury BVS, Sheehan GM, Sheehan CE, Fisher HAG, Kaufman Jr. RP, Ross JS. Increased Stat3 And Stat5 Protein Expression Correlates With Aggressive Biologic Phenotype In Prostatic Adenocarcinomas (Pacs). Modern Pathology, 18(149A); 2005. 69. Conners III WP, Kaufman R. Outcomes with the Prolieve Thermodilation System for BPH. CUAJ, 1 (3) (9): 2007. 70. Conners III WP, Kaufman R. Androgen Replacement Therapy After Prostate Cancer. CUAJ, 1 (3) (29): 2007. 71. Conners W, Kaufman R. Androgen Replacement Therapy After Prostate Cancer. J Sex Med, 5(suppl 1)(59); 2008 72. Feuerstein MA, Nazeer T, Fisher H, Kaufman Jr. R, Mian BM. Gleason Grade at the Surgical Margin: Correlation with Primary Gleason Grade and Recurrence. CUAJ, 2 (4) (13): 2008. 73. Chughtai B, Kaufman Jr. RP, Fisher HAG, Mian B. Role of Biopsy in the Management of Small Renal Masses. CUAJ, 2 (4) (42): 2008. 74. Chughtai B, Kaufman Jr. R, Fisher HAG, Sisken G, Mian BM. Role of Biopsy in the Management of Small Renal Masses. J.Urol., 181(4): 687, 2009. 75. Feurstein MA, Hong M, Nazeer T, Fisher H, Kaufman Jr R, Mian BM. Comparison of Tertiary Center and Referred Prostate Biopsies: Impact of ReReview on Gleason Score Accuracy. CUAJ, 3 (5 Suppl3) (15); 2009. 76. Fisher H, Kaufman R, Morton RA. Toremifene 80 mg Phase 3 Trial in Men on ADT Demonstrates Improvement in Gynecomastia Compared to Placebo. CUAJ, 3 (5 Suppl3) (98); 2009. 77. Chughtai B, Kaufman Jr. RP, Fisher HAG, Sisken G, Mian B. Role of Biopsy in the Management of Small Renal Masses. CUAJ, 3 (5 Suppl3) (120); 2009 78. Feurstein MA, Mian BM, Fisher Hugh, Kaufman Ronald Jr. Percutaneous Ablation of Renal Masses: The Albany Medical Center Experience. CUAJ, 4(5 Suppl2)(30); 2010. 79. Aliotta Philip J, Kaufman Ronald, Brawer Michael, Morton Ronald A, Chazen Mark D, Pinski John V. Toremifene 80 mg Demonstrates Reduction in Fracture Risk in Men who are Less Than 80 Years of Age on Androgen Deprivation Therapy. CUAJ, 4(Suppl2);2010 29 80. Feuerstein Michael, Hasak Stephen, Kaufman Ronald Smaller Tumor Size is a Risk Factor for Positive Margins in Partial Nephrectomy. CUAJ, 5(5Suppl3)(54); 2011 PRESENTATIONS: 1. "Indirect immunofluorescence technique for demonstration of estrogen receptor protein in benign liver tumors." Annual Hartford Hospital Summer Student Fellowship Research Day, August, 1978. 2. "The effects of the neonatal administration of dihydrotestosterone (DHT) on aggression in mice." Trinity College Department of Biology Annual Student Research Day, May, 1979. 3. "Evidence that thymic peptides may provide a link in the neural modulation of the immune system." Annual Medical Student Research Day, sponsored by the William Beaumont Medical Society, March, 1981. 4. "Vasodilator prostaglandins (PG) prevent renal damage after ischemia." Surgical Forum, American College of Surgeons, Chicago, IL, 1985. 5. "Prostanoid mediators of ischemic injury." Surgical Research Conference Department of Surgery, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, MA, October, 1985. 6. "Inhibition of thromboxane (Tx) synthesis by free radical scavengers." Microcirculatory Society, St. Louis, MO, 1986. 7. "Protection against renal ischemia by increasing plasma PG/Tx." FASEB, St. Louis, MO, 1986. 8. "Pathophysiology of ureteral obstruction." Urologic Teaching Conference, Department of Surgery/Division of Urology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, 1988. 9. "Testicular Torsion and Trauma." Urologic Teaching Conference, Department of Surgery/Division of Urology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, 1988. 10. "Management of Renal Trauma." Urologic Teaching Conference, Department of Surgery/Division of Urology, Duke University Medical Center, Durham, North Carolina, 1989. 11. "Acute Testicular Ischemia: Pharmacologic Reduction of Tissue Injury by Prostanoid Modulation." The Montague L. Boyd Prize Essay Contest, Southeastern Section American Urologic Association, West Palm Beach, FL, 1990. 12. "Acute Testicular Ischemia: Pharmacologic Reduction of Reperfusion Injury by Prostanoid Modulation." American Urological Association, New Orleans, LA, 1990. 13. "A pharmacologically-induced increased plasma prostacycline (PGI2) to thromboxane (TxA2) ratio protects the testis from ischemic necrosis." Surgical Forum, American College of Surgeons, San Francisco, CA, 1990. 14. "Ureteroscopic management of transitional cell carcinoma of the ureter using the Nd:YAG laser." Southeastern Section American Urologic Association, Atlanta, GA, 1991. 30 15. "Ureteroscopic management of transitional cell carcinoma of the ureter using the Nd:YAG laser." American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, San Diego, CA, 1991. 16. "Adenocarcinoma of the prostate: tumor markers." Department of Surgery Grand Rounds, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, November 1991. 17. "The role of prostate specific antigen in benign and malignant prostatic diseases." Department of Surgery and Office of Continuing Medical Education, Current Management of Prostatic Diseases, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, November 1991. 18. "The role of prostate specific antigen in benign and malignant prostatic diseases." Department of Internal Medicine Grand Rounds, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, February 1992. 19. "Adenocarcinoma of the prostate: tumor markers." Binghamton Internal Medicine Symposium, Binghamton, New York, July 1992. 20. "Quinolone update - a urologist's perspective." Dinner meeting with Mary Imogene Bassett and Oneonta physicians, Leonardsville, New York, September 1992. 21. "The medical management of benign prostatic hyperplasia; it's economic consequences." Northeastern Section American Urological Association, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 1992. 22. "The prognostic value of serum prostate specific antigen levels in stage D2 prostate cancer treated by castration." Northeastern Section American Urological Association, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, 1992. 23. "The management of renal cell carcinoma with renal vein and vena cava tumor thrombus." Department of Surgery Grand Rounds, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, September 1992. 24. "What a urologist does." Quarterly meeting, Northeastern New York Searle Pharmaceutical Representatives, Desmond Americana, Albany, New York, October 1992. 25. "The role of Quinolones in the management of urinary tract infections." Round table discussion, Stone Ends Restaurant, Albany, New York, October 1992. 26. "Neutrophil (PMN) CD18 integrin mediates endotoxin induced intrarenal PMN sequestration." Surgical Forum, American College of Surgeons, New Orleans, Louisiana, 1992. 27. "The clinical importance of early diagnosis of prostate cancer." Prostate ultrasound course, Department of Radiology, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, October 16, 1992. 28. "The role of Quinolones in the management of urinary tract infections." Round table discussion, The Old Daley Inn, Troy, New York, October 20, 1992. 29. "The role of Quinolones in the management of urinary tract infections." Round table discussion, Deckers Restaurant, Syracuse, New York, October 26, 1992. 31 30. "The management of simple and complicated urinary tract infection." Department of Family Practice, Gannett Health Center, Ithaca, New York, October 29, 1992. 31. "The role of Quinolones in the management of simple and complicated urinary tract infections." Dinner meeting, L'Auberge du Cochan Rouge, Ithaca, New York, October 29, 1992. 32. "The management of simple and complicated urinary tract infections." Department of Medicine Grand Rounds, Scottsdale Memorial Hospital, Scottsdale, Arizona, November 2, 1992. 33. "The role of Quinolones in the management of simple and complicated urinary tract infections." Dinner meeting, American Bar and Grill, Mesa, Arizona, November 2, 1992. 34. "The role of prostate specific antigen in benign and malignant prostatic diseases." Department of Medicine Grand Rounds, Samaritan Hospital, Troy, New York, November 5, 1992. 35. "Adenocarcinoma of the prostate: tumor markers." Department of Family Practice, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, November 9, 1992. 36. "Evaluation and management of testicular pain." Emergency Treatment Associates, Grand Rounds, The Ship's Lantern Inn, Milton, New York, November 11, 1992. 37. "Quinolone Update - A urologist's Perspective." Dinner meeting, Luigi's Restaurant, Schenectady, New York, November 19, 1992. 38. "The Role of Prostate Specific Antigen in Benign and Malignant Prostatic Diseases." Department of Nephrology Grand Rounds, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, December 8, 1992. 39. "The Management of Simple and Complicated Urinary Tract Infections." Dinner meeting, Veronica's Restaurant, Roxbury, New York, December 10, 1992. 40. "Evaluation and Treatment of Simple and Complex Tract Infections." Dinner meeting, Thatcher's Restaurant, Albany, New York, December 16, 1992. 41. "The Management of Simple and Complicated Urinary Tract Infections." Department of Medicine Grand Rounds, Samaritan Hospital, Troy, New York, January 21, 1993. 42. "The Role of Quinolones in the Management of Simple and Complicated Urinary Tract Infections." Dinner meeting, Mont Calm Inn, Glens Falls, New York, March 4, 1993. 43. "Evaluation and Treatment of Simple and Complex Urinary Tract Infections." The 5th annual Adirondack Society of Physicians' Assistants, Winter CME Weekend, Holiday Inn, Lake Placid, New York, March 7, 1993. 44. "The Role of Quinolones in the Management of Simple and Complicated Urinary Tract Infections." Dinner meeting, Anthony's Restaurant, Plattsburgh, New York, March 11, 1993. 32 45. "The Management of Renal Cell Carcinoma with Renal Vein and Vena Cava Tumor Thrombus." Utica Urologic Society, Horned Dorsett Restaurant, Leonardsville, NY, March 25, 1993. 46. "Thrombin Mediates Neutrophil (PMN) Uptake in Lungs by Proteolytic Action on the Thrombin Receptor." FASEB, New Orleans, Louisiana, March 30, 1993. 47. "Management of Renal Trauma." Emergency Treatment Associates, Grand Rounds, The Culinary Institute, Hyde Park, New York, April 14, 1993. 48. "The Clinical Importance of the Early Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer." Prostate Ultrasound Course, Dept. of Radiology, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, April 16, 1993. 49. "Quinolone Update - A Urologist's Perspective." Round Table Discussion, The Crooked Lake House, Troy, New York, April 30, 1993. 50. "The Role of Quinolones in the Management of Complicated Urinary Tract Infections." Round Table Discussion, Brennan's Restaurant, Elmira, New York, May 6, 1993. 51. "The Management of Simple and Complicated Urinary Tract Infections." Dept. of Medicine Grand Rounds, The Bath Veteran's Administration Medical Center, Bath, New York, May 7, 1993. 52. "The Management of Simple and Complicated Urinary Tract Infections." Dept. of Medicine Grand Rounds, St. Joseph's Hospital, Elmira, New York, May 7, 1993. 53. "Adenocarcinoma of the Prostate: Tumor Markers." Dept. of Medicine Grand Rounds, St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Utica, New York, May 11, 1993. 54. "Thrombin Induces Renal Microvascular Neutrophil (PMN) Uptake Through a Receptor Mediated Event." American Urological Association, San Antonio, Texas, 1993. 55. "Percutaneous Puncture of Continent Urinary Reservoirs for Stone Manipulation." American Urological Association, San Antonio, Texas, 1993. 56. "Medical Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) Versus Transurethral Prostatectomy: The Economic Consequences." American Urological Association, San Antonio, Texas, 1993. 57. "Continent Diversion." Contemporary Topics in Urology: 1993, Fort Orange Club, Albany, New York, June 10, 1993. 58. "The Role of Quinolones in the Management of Complicated Urinary Tract Infections." Dinner Meeting, Malone, New York, June 23, 1993. 59. "PSA-What Does It Mean?" Albany Medical College Prostate Cancer Support Group, Albany Medical Center, June 30, 1993. 60. "The Clinical Importance of Early Diagnosis of Prostate Cancer." Prostate and Urinary Tract Ultrasound Course, Department of Radiology, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, July 16, 1993. 61. "Continent Diversion." International Urological Sciences Urology Workshop, 33 National Conference, Mid-Atlantic Region, Albany, New York, September 23, 1993. 62. "Thrombin Induced Expression of Neutrophil (PMN) CD18 Integrin: A Mechanism for Intrarenal PMN Sequestration." Surgical Forum, American College of Surgeons, San Francisco, CA, October 11-15, 1993. 63. "What The Urologist Needs To Know Before Ordering A Prostate Ultrasound." Prostate Ultrasound Course, Department of Radiology, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, October 29, 1993. 64. "Mini Laparotomy Minimizes Morbidity of Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection." Northeastern Section American Urologic Association, San Juan, Puerto Rico, November 10-12, 1993. 65. "Gleason Sum of Nine Does Not Predict Lymphatic Spread in Prostatic Adenocarcinoma." Northeastern Section American Urologic Association, San Juan, Puerto Rico, November 10-12, 1993. 66. "The Diagnosis and Management of BPH." Medical Grand Rounds, North Adams Regional Hospital, North Adams, Massachusetts, February 1, 1994. 67. "Current Concepts in the Diagnosis and Management of Prostate Cancer." Medical Grand Rounds, North Adams Regional Hospital, North Adams, Massachusetts, February 1, 1994. "Continent Urinary Diversion." Department of Surgery Grand Rounds, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, February 3, 1994. 68. 69. "Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: A Clinical Perspective." Daytona Beach Area Urologic Association, Le Crepe En Haut, Ormond Beach, Florida, March 17, 1994. 70. "Mini Laparotomy Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection," Daytona Beach Area Urologic Association, Halifax Club, Daytona Beach, Florida, March 18, 1994. 71. "Incontinence and Impotence As They Relate To Prostate Cancer," Prostate Cancer "Us Too" Support Group, Albany Medical Center, Albany, New York, March 30, 1994. 72. "Continent Urinary Diversion," Utica Area Urologic Association, The Ramada Inn, Utica, New York, March 31, 1994. 73. "What the Urologist Needs to Know Before Ordering A Prostate Ultrasound," Prostate Ultrasound Course, Department of Radiology, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, April 15, 1994. 74. "Diagnosis and Management of BPH," Vestal Steakhouse, Vestal, New York, April 21, 1994. 75. "Advances in the Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia", Innocenzo's Restaurant, New Hartford, New York, April 28, 1994. 76. "Diagnosis and Management of BPH", Poplar's Restaurant, Fonda, New York, May 2, 1994. 77. "Mini-Lap Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection (MLPLND) Minimizes Morbidity, Cost, and Hospitalization of Pelvic Lymph Node Dissection (PLND)." American Urological Association, San Francisco, California, May 14-19, 1994. 34 78. "Current Diagnosis and Management of BPH", Captain's Lounge, Oswego, New York, June 8, 1994. 79. "Diagnosis and Management of BPH", Gloversville Medical Society, Kingsboro Country Club, Gloversville, New York, June 15, 1994. 80. "Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the 1990's", Massena Medical Society, Violis Restaurant, Massena, New York, June 21, 1994. 81. "Diagnosis and Management of BPH", Schoharie Medical Society, Summit Room, Delanson, New York, August 3, 1994 82. "Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the 1990's", Urology Teaching Day, Binghamton General Hospital, Binghamton, New York, August 31, 1994. 83. "Advances in the Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia", Oswego Medical Society, Captain's Lounge, Oswego, New York, September 13, 1994. 84. "Prostate Cancer in the 1990's", Prostate Cancer "Us Too" Support Group, Albany Medical Center, Albany, New York, September 21, 1994. 85. "Assessment of Preoperative Endorectal Surface Coil Magnetic Resonance Imaging of the Male Pelvis as a Predictor of Final Stage in Clinical Stage B or T1C Adenocarcinoma of the Prostate", Northeastern Section American Urologic Association, Sagamore Resort, Lake George, New York, September 25-28, 1994. 86. "Assessment of Serum Prostate Specific Antigen as an Independent Predictor of Lymph Node Metastases in Clinically Localized Adenocarcinoma of the Prostate", Northeastern Section American Urologic Association, Sagamore Resort, Lake George, New York, September 25-28, 1994. 87. "Follow-Up of T4 Transitional Cell Carcinoma of the Bladder After Radical Cystoprostatectomy and Total Urethrectomy", Northeastern Section American Urologic Association, Sagamore Resort, Lake George, New York, September 2528, 1994. 88. "An Update in the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia", Coachman Restaurant, Glens Falls, New York, November 8, 1994. 89. "The Diagnosis and Management of BPH in the 90's", Visiting Professor, MidHudson Family Health Services Institute, Kingston Hospital, Kingston, New York, November 18, 1994. 90. "Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the 1990's", Medical Grand Rounds, St. Elizabeth Hospital, Utica, New York, January 17, 1995. 91. "Cryotherapy of Prostate Cancer", Utica Urologic Association, Symeons' Restaurant, Utica, New York, January 17, 1995. 92. "What the Urologist Needs to Know Before Ordering a Prostate Ultrasound", Prostate Ultrasound Course, Dept. of Radiology, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, March 17, 1995. 93. "Percutaneous Transperineal Ultrasound Guided Prostatic Cryoablation", AMC/RPI Joint Research Symposium, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, March 25, 35 1995. 94. "Laser Irradiation Decreases Local Recurrence in Superficial Bladder Tumors", American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, San Diego, California, April 1995. 95. "Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the 1990's", Medical Grand Rounds, Whitney M. Young Health Center, Albany, New York, April 5, 1995. 96. "The Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Management, and Treatment Options for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the 1990's", Pfizer Representative Training Conference, Best Western Hotel, Albany, New York, April 7, 1995. 97. "Assessment of Preoperative Endorectal Surface Coil Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Male Pelvis as a Predictor of Final Stage in Clinical Stage T1C, T2A and T2B Adenocarcinoma of the Prostate", American Urological Association, Las Vegas, Nevada, April 25, 1995. 98. "Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia", Family Practice Grand Rounds, St. Clare's Hospital, Schenectady, New York, May 23, 1995. 99. "Diagnosis and Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the 1990's", Upstate Urologic Surgeons Quarterly Conference, Lake Placid Lodge, Lake Placid, New York, June 24, 1995. 100. "The Diagnosis, Management and Treatment Options for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the 1990's", Mid-Hudson Urologic Association Quarterly Meeting, Ship's Lantern Inn Restaurant, Milton, New York, June 27, 1995. 101. "The Diagnosis, Management and Treatment Options for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the 1990's", Albany Medical College Internal Medicine Noon Time Grand Rounds, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, July 20, 1995. 102. "What the Urologist Needs to Know Before Ordering a Prostate Ultrasound", Prostate Ultrasound Course, Department of Radiology, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, July 23, 1995. 103. "The Diagnosis, Management, and Treatment Options for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia in the 1990's", Albany Medical College Department of Family Practice Monthly Grand Rounds, Ogden's Restaurant, Albany, New York, July 24, 1995. 104. "The Medical and Surgical Management of BPH", Innovations in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Omni Sagamore Resort, Bolton Landing, New York, August 5, 1995. 105. "PROTECT: A New System for the Diagnosis and Management of BPH and Implications in a Managed Care Setting", Innovations in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Radisson Hotel Burlington, Burlington, Vermont, August 26, 1995. 106. "The Medical and Surgical Management of BPH", Innovations in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Radisson Hotel Burlington, Burlington, Vermont, August 26, 1995. 107. "Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Epidemiology, Differential Diagnosis and Clinical 36 Management", Allegheny Valley Hospital Medical Grand Rounds, Allegheny Valley Hospital, Natrona Heights, Pennsylvania, September 1, 1995. 108. "Early Detection of Prostate Cancer - Does it Make a Difference?", Division of Urology symposium on Prostate Cancer: Where Do We Stand?, Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, New York, September 7, 1995. 109. "Comparison of Prostate Specific Antigen to PSA Density and Age Specific PSA for the Diagnosis of Adenocarcinoma of the Prostate", New England Section American Urological Association, Marriott Hotel, Newport, Rhode Island, September 15-17, 1995. 110. "What the Urologist Needs to Know Before Ordering a Prostate Ultrasound", Prostate Ultrasound Course, Dept. of Radiology, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, October 6, 1995. 111. "Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Epidemiology, Differential Diagnosis, and Clinical Management", Champlain Valley Physician's Hospital Medical Center Medical Grand Rounds, Plattsburgh, New York, October 13, 1995. 112. "Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Epidemiology, Differential Diagnosis, and Clinical Management", Department of Medicine Noon-time Grand Rounds, Albany Medical Center, Albany, New York, October 16, 1995. 113. "Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Epidemiology, Differential Diagnosis, and Clinical Management", Medical Grand Rounds, Wilson Memorial Regional Medical Center, Johnson City, New York, December 14, 1995. 114. "Laser Irradiation Decreases Local Recurrence in Suerficial Bladder Tumors", SPIE The International Society for Optical Engineering, BiOS, 1996, San Jose, California, January 29, 1996. 115. "Prostate Cancer: Medical Issues in Evaluating Disability", New York State Department of Social Services Office of Disability Determinations monthly Grand Rounds, 1 Commerce Plaza, Albany, New York, February 13, 1996. 116. "Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Epidemiology, Differential Diagnosis and Clinical Management", Monthly Grand Rounds, Mid-Hudson Family Health Services Institute, Hillside Manor, Kingston, New York, March 13, 1996. 117. "Prostate Cancer and Impotence", Albany Medical College Prostate Cancer "Us Too" Support Group, Albany Medical Center, March 20, 1996. 118. "Increased BCL-2 Protein Levels in Prostatic Adenocarcinomas are not Associated with Rearrangements in the 2.8 KB Major Breakpoint Region or with P53 Protein Accumulation", AMC/RPI Joint Research Symposium, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York, March 23, 1996. 119. "BPH:Diagnosis and Treatment", Urology Workshop, National Conference, MidAtlantic Region, "Updating Clinical Skills", Ramada Inn, Albany, New York, April 19, 1996. 120. "Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy with 5-Fluorouracil (5-FU) and Cis-Platin (DDP) for Stage 3 (N+) Penile Cancer Prior to Ilioinguinal Lymph Node Dissection (ILND) Long Term Results", American Urological Association, Orlando, Florida, May 5, 1996. 37 121. "Outpatient Transurethral Vaporization of the Prostate (TUVP) as a Safe, Efficacious and Economical Alternative to Standard Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)", American Urological Association, Orlando, Florida, May 7, 1996. 122. "Expression of Transforming Growth Factor Beta (TGF-β), Transforming Growth Factor Alpha (TGF-α) and Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor (EGFR) in Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)", American Urological Association, Orlando, Florida, May 8, 1996. 123. "Down-Regulation of CD44 Protein and mRNA in Prostate Cancer: Correlation with Tumor Grade and Ploidy", American Urological Association, Orlando, Florida, May 8, 1996. 124. "Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Epidemiology, Differential Diagnosis and Clinical Management", Rounds table discussion, Parimount Grill, Hudson, New York, June 27, 1996. 125. "Finasteride Meta-analysis and Five Year Data Assessment", Merck New Jersey Representatives Update Meeting, Somerset, New Jersey, September 5, 1996. 126. "Finasteride Meta-analysis and Five Year Data Assessment", Merck New York Representatives Update Meeting, Albany, New York, September 11, 1996. 127. "Outpatient Transurethral Vaporization of the Prostate (TUVP) as a Safe, Efficacious, and Economical Alternative to Standard Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)", Northeastern Section American Urological Association, The Buffalo Hilton Hotel, Buffalo, New York, September 26-29, 1996. 128. "Neoadjuvant Androgen Deprivation Therapy (ADT) Prior to Radical Prostatectomy (RP) Decreases Positive Margins for cT1C Prostate Cancer", Northeastern Section American Urological Association, The Buffalo Hilton Hotel, Buffalo, New York, September 26-29, 1996. 129. "Clinical Utility of Free and Total Prostate Specific Antigen Levels", Northeastern Section American Urological Association, The Buffalo Hilton Hotel, Buffalo, New York, September 26-29, 1996. 130. "Neutrophil CD18 Integrin Expression and Matrix Fibronectin Disruption: Mechanisms for Neutrophil Mediated Intrarenal Vascular Injury", Northeastern Section American Urological Association, The Buffalo Hilton Hotel, Buffalo, New York, September 26-29, 1996. 131. "Medical Management of BPH", BPH and Other Urologic Disorders: A Primary Care Perspective, Desmond Hotel, Albany, New York, October 12, 1996. 132. "PROTECT: A Revolutionary System for the Diagnosis and Management of BPH", BPH and Other Urologic Disorders: A Primary Care Perspective, Desmond Hotel, Albany, New York, October 12, 1996. 133. "Continent Urinary Diversion", Management of Benign and Malignant Bladder Disorders, The Inn at Saratoga, Saratoga Springs, New York, November 1, 1996 134. "Office Management of Prostate Hyperplasia", Hot Topics in Primary Care 1997, Killington Resort, Killington, Vermont, March 21, 1997. 38 135. "Medical Management of BPH and Prostate Cancer Screening", Albany Medical College Department of Family Practice Monthly Grand Rounds, Capital House Restaurant, Glenmont, New York, March 24, 1997. 136. "Early Detection of Prostate Cancer - Does it Make a Difference?", Combined Urology Grand Rounds, Lacklind Air Force Base, Wilford Hall Medical Center and Brooke Army Medical Center, San Antonio, Texas, March 26, 1997. 137. "Prostate Cancer: New Developments in Treatments", The Urological Association of the Mohawk Valley Monthly Grand Rounds, Lupino's Trackside Restaurant, Utica, New York, March 27, 1997. 138. "Neutrophil CD18 Integrin Expression and Matrix Fibronectin Disruption: Mechanisms for Neutrophil Mediated Intrarenal Vascular Injury", American Urological Association, New Orleans, Louisiana, April, 1997. 139. "Voiding Function in Patients Undergoing Prostatic Cryoablation - A Preoperative Urodynamic Analysis", American Urological Association, New Orleans, Louisiana, April, 1997. 140. "Bladder Cancer Patient Care Evaluation: 1995", Cancer Committee, Albany Medical Center Hospital, Albany, New York, May 20, 1997. 141. "Neoadjuvant Androgen Deprivation Therapy Prior to Radical Prostatectomy Decreases Positive Margins for CT1C Prostate Cancer", Societe Internationale d'Urologie, Montreal, Canada, September 9, 1997. 142. "Neutrophil CD18 Integrin Expression and Matrix Fibronectin Disruption: Mechanisms for Neutrophil Mediated Intrarenal Vascular Injury", Societe Internationale d'Urologie, Montreal, Canada, September 11, 143. "Voiding Function in Patients Undergoing Prostatic Cryoablation: A Preoperative Urodynamic Analysis", Societe Internationale d'Urologie, Montreal, Canada, September 11, 1997. 144. "Update and Treatment of BPH", Department of Medicine, Medical Grand Rounds, Sisters of Charity Hospital, Buffalo, New York, October 14, 1997. 145. "Transurethral Vaporization of the Prostate: An Efficacious and Durable Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia", Surgical Forum, American College of Surgeons, Chicago, Illinois, 1997. 146. "Transurethral Vaporization of the Prostate (TUVP) - An Efficacious and Durable Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)", Northeastern Section American Urological Association, The Wigwam Resort, Litchfield, Arizona, October 23-26, 1997. 147. 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VA”, Medical Grand Rounds, Bath Veteran’s Administration Hospital, Bath, New York, January 28, 2005. 314. “Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: New Concepts in Medical Management” Men’s Health for the Primary Care Provider: Skills You Can Use, The Desmond Hotel, Albany, New York, February 12, 2005. 315. “Treating BPH in the VA”, Medical Grand Rounds, Syracuse Veteran’s Administration Hospital, Syracuse, New York, February 15, 2005. 316. “Long Term, Evidence-Based Management of BPH”, Century House, Albany, New York, February 15, 2005. 317. “Primary Care Perspectives on Erectile Dysfunction” Community Care Physicians, Schodack, New York, March 10, 2005. 318. “Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Management of Disease Progression” Legal Sea Foods, Westchester, New York, March 23, 2005. 319. “Advances in the Management of Progressive BPH: Dual Inhibition of 5 AlphaReductase” Café Capriccio, Albany, New York, March 31, 2005. 320. “Biochemical Failure: Selection for Early Therapy” 2005 Prostate Cancer Update, InterContinental Hotel, San Juan, Puerto Rico, April 9, 2005. 321. “Complications of Treatment of Advanced Prostate Cancer” 2005 Prostate Cancer Update, InterContinental Hotel, San Juan, Puerto Rico, April 9, 2005. 322. “Diagnosis and Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia”, The Otesago Hotel, Cooperstown, New York, April 28, 2005. 323. “Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Management of Disease Progression”, Department of Surgery Grand Rounds, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, May 5, 2005. 324. “Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Management of Disease Progression”, Anthony’s Restaurant, Plattsburgh, New York, May 12, 2005. 325. “Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Management of Disease Progression” Arad Evans Inn, Fayetteville, New York, June 14, 2005. 326. “Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Management of Disease Progression” Community Care Physicians, Schodack, New York, June 16, 2005. 327. “Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Management of Disease Progression” Elmira Urological Associates, Elmira, New York, June 28, 2005. 328. “Diagnosis and Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia”, The Rodizio Churascaria at the Turning Stone, Verona, New York, June 28, 2005. 329. “New Concepts in Screening and Prevention of Prostate Cancer”, Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, Grand Hyatt New York, New York, New York, July 29, 2005. 330. “Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Management of Disease Progression”, Current 51 Concepts in Men’s Health, The Sagamore Resort Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 13, 2005. 331. “Diagnosis and Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia”, Albany Medical College Family Practice Grand Rounds, Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, August 18, 2005. 332. “Management of Erectile Dysfunction”, Capitol Region Health Care, Rensselear, New York, September 1, 2005. 333. “Diagnosis and Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia”, Angelo’s 667 Prime, Albany, New York, September 15, 2005. 334. “Treatment Strategies: A Practical Approach to Managing Enlarged Prostate (EP)”, Carmine’s Restaurant, Albany, New York, October 6, 2005. 335. “Diagnosis and Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia”, Fair Haven Inn, Fair Haven, Vermont, October 20, 2005. 336. “Clinical Correlation Between Erectile Dysfunction and Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms”, El Mariachi Restaurant, Albany, New York, October 25, 2005. 337. “A Cost-Effective Protocol In Obtaining Site-Specific Prognostic Information For Extended Prostate Biopsy”, Northeastern & New England Sections of the American Urological Association Joint Annual Meeting, Fairmont Southampton, Bermuda, November 3, 2005. 338. “Urologic Technology Update: Robotic Laparoscopic Radical Prostatectomy and Prolieve Thermodilation Microwave Therapy”, Seventh Annual Fall Educational Forum: “The Technology of Tomorrow in the Healthcare of Today”, Capital Region Health Park, Latham, New York, November 16, 2005. 339. “Medical Therapy for Overactive Bladder”, Community Care Physicians, P.C. Medical Education Dinner Series :“Overactive Bladder Community Symposium 2006”, Capital Region Health Park, Latham, New York, April 4, 2006. 340. “Current Management of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia”, The Otesago Hotel, Cooperstown, New York, April 5, 2006. 341. “A.I.M. Advances in Men’s Health. Treatment Strategies: A Practical Approach to Managing Enlarged Prostate (EP)”, Capital Region Nurse Practioners’ Society, Lombardo’s Restaurant, Albany, New York, April 25, 2006. 342. “Overactive Bladder: Medical Therapy” Grand Rounds, Albany Medical Center Family Practice , Albany, New York, May 25, 2006. 343. “Update on Robotic Prostatectomy: Is It Better Than Open Prostatectomy?” 2006 Prostate Cancer Review: Redefining Disease Management, The Westin Southfield Detroit, Southfield, Michigan, July 28, 2006. 344. “The Link Between Erectile Dysfunction (ED) and Comorbid Conditions”, Chameleon On The Lake, Saratoga Springs, New York, July 31, 2006. 345. “Point-Counterpoint: Management of LUTS, Minimally Invasive Therapy is Best” Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2006, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 11, 2006. 52 346. “Bicalutamide Monotherapy for Biochemical Recurrence of Prostate Cancer”, American Urological Association Northeastern Section 2006 Annual Meeting, Ottawa, Canada, September 8, 2006. 347. “Short-term Independent Outcomes with the Prolieve Thermodilation System for BPH”, American Urological Association Northeastern Section 2006 Annual Meeting, Ottawa, Canada, September 8, 2006. 348. “Treatment Strategies: A Practical Approach to Managing Enlarged Prostate (EP)”, Yono’s Restaurant, Albany, NY, September 12, 2006. 349. “The Medical Management of BPH Symptoms”, Mid-Hudson Family Practice Residency Program Grand Rounds, Kingston Hospital, Kingston, New York, September 28, 2006. 350. “Treatment Strategies: A Practical Approach to Managing Enlarged Prostate (EP)”, Scotia Glenville Family Practice, Ballston Lake, NY, November 1, 2006. 351. “What’s Going On With Me? Helping You Understand Your Bladder”, Overactive Bladder Symposium 2006, Community Care Physicians, P.C. Medical Education Dinner Series, Capital Region Health Park, Latham, NY, November 16, 2006 352. “The Only Dual 5 ARI for the Treatment of Enlarged Prostate (EP), Managing Enlarged Prostate with Dutasteride”, Scotia Glenville Family Practice, Ballston Lake, NY, June 6, 2007. 353. “Identifying and Managing Men with Enlarged Prostate (EP): Targeting Symptoms at Their Source”, Albany Medical Center Family Practice Residency Program Grand Rounds, Albany Medical Center Family Practice, Albany, NY, June 7, 2007. 354. “Treatment Strategies: A Practical Approach to Managing Enlarged Prostate (EP)”, El Mariachi’s , Albany, NY, July, 24, 2007. 355. “The Medical Management of BPH Symptoms”, Monteverde at Oldstone Manor, Cortlandt Manor, NY, July 25, 2007. 356. “Treating the Male Overactive Bladder Patient”, Elda’s On Lark, Albany, NY, August 15, 2007. 357. “Treating Enlarged Prostate (EP): A Urologist’s Perspective”, Iris’s Café, Plattsburgh, NY, August 30, 2007. 358. “Outcomes with the Prolieve Thermodilation System for BPH”, American Urological Association Northeastern Section 2007 Annual Meeting, Rochester, NY, September 7, 2007. 359. “Androgen Replacement Therapy After Prostate Cancer”, American Urological Association Northeastern Section 2007 Annual Meeting, Rochester, NY, September 9, 2007. 360. “Treating the Male Overactive Bladder Patient”, 677 Prime, Albany, NY, November 15, 2007. 361. “Androgen Replacement Therapy After Prostate Cancer” Sexual Medicine Society of North America 2007 Winter Scientific Meeting, Westin Chicago River 53 North, Chicago, IL, December 7, 2007. 362. “(TESA) Tolteradine Efficacy in OAB in Sexually Active Women”, Carmine’s Restaurant, Albany, NY, February 13, 2008. 363. “The Medical Management of BPH Symptoms”, Community Care Physicians, Castleton, NY, April 24, 2008. 364. “Treating The Male Overactive Bladder Patient”, Chez Sophie Bistro, Saratoga Springs, NY, May 8, 2008. 365. “Use of Anticholinergic Therapy in Men”, Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2006, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 8, 2008. 366. “Gleason Grade at the Surgical Margin: Correlation with Primary Gleason Grade and Recurrence”, The American Urological Association Northeastern Section 2008 Annual Meeting, Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, Santa Ana Pueblo, NM, September 18, 2008. 367. “Role of Biopsy in the Management of Small Renal Masses”, The American Urological Association Northeastern Section 2008 Annual Meeting, Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, Santa Ana Pueblo, NM, September 18, 2008. 368. “Combination Medical Therapy for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Men”, 41st Annual Duke Urologic Assembly, Four Seasons Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, March 9, 2009. 369. “Coding and Reimbursement Update 2009” 41st Annual Duke Urologic Assembly, Four Seasons Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, March 10, 2009. 370. “Role of Biopsy in the Management of Small Renal Masses”, American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 27, 2009. 371. “How a CPT code is developed and the Importance of AUA members in the reimbursement process” Coding and Reimbursement Update 2009, American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, Illinois, April 27, 2009. 372. “Daily PDE-5 Inhibition Therapy, Does It Make Sense?” Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2009, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 14, 2009 373. “Comparison of Tertiary Center and Referred Prostate Biopsies: Impact of ReReview on Gleason Score Accuracy” The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, October 7-11, 2009. 374. “Toremifene 80 mg Phase 3 Trial in Men on ADT Demonstrates Improvement in Gynecomastia Compared to Placebo” The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, October 7-11, 2009. 375. “Role of Biopsy in the Management of Small Renal Masses” The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, October 7-11, 2009. 376. “The Diagnosis and Management of Prostatitis and Urethritis” Physician’s 54 Assistant Lecture Series, 10, 2010. Albany Medical College, Albany, New York, March 377. “Health Reform and the AUA” 42nd Annual Duke Urologic Assembly, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, March 25, 2010 378. “ Coding & Reimbursement” 42nd Annual Duke Urologic Assembly, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, March 25, 2010 379. “Health Policy Update, U.S. Perspective” The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting, The Westin Convention Center Hotel, Pittsburgh, PA, September 22-26, 2010 380. “Percutaneous Ablation of Renal Masses: The Albany Medical Center Experience” The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting, The Westin Convention Center Hotel, Pittsburgh, PA, September 22-26, 2010 381. “Toremifene 80 mg Demonstrates Reduction in Fracture Risk in Men Who are Less than 80 Years of Age on Androgen Deprivation Therapy.” The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting, The Westin Convention Center Hotel, Pittsburgh, PA, September 22-26, 2010 382. “Quality of Cystectomy Care and Partnerships with Payers” Bladder Cancer Think Tank 2011, Lowes Coronado Bay, Coronado, CA, August 6, 2011 383. “Coding and Reimbursement Update For Urologists ”, Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2011, The Sagamore, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 12, 2011. 384. “Update on Tissue Ablative Technologies for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia” Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2011, The Sagamore , Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 12, 2011 385. “Smaller Tumor Size is a Risk Factor for Positive Margins in Partial Nephrectomy.” The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association 63rd Annual Meeting, Roosevelt Hotel, New Orleans, LA, October 26-30, 2011 386. “Best of Posters, Moderated Poster Session I: Oncology 1”, The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Roosevelt Hotel, New Orleans, LA, October 27, 2011. MEETINGS ATTENDED: 1. Hoechst Marion Roussel Nilandron Investigators Meeting, Cancun, Mexico. January 10-12, 1997. 2. Schering Prostate Cancer Speakers Bureau and Investigators Meeting. January 30-February 2, 1997. 3. American Urological Association Meeting, 1997. 4. Zeneca Pharmaceuticals Prostate Cancer Investigators Meeting, The Royal York Hotel, Toronto, Canada, July 25-26, 1997. 5. "Expert to Expert" Meeting, The Visiting Professor Program in Urology, Flomax 55 (Tamsulosin), Chicago, Illinois, August 22-23, 1997. 6. The Holmium Laser in Urology, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, September 12, 1997. 7. Eulexin (Flutamide) Speaker Update Meeting, New York, New York, September 13, 1997. 8. Merck Regional Consultants Meeting for Urology, "The Management of the Adult Male with Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: What's New and Where are We Going", Hyatt Regency Hilton Head, Hilton Head, So. Carolina, October 3-5, 1997. 9. American College of Surgeons 83rd Annual Clinical Congress, Chicago, Illinois, October 15-16, 1997. 10. Society of University Urologists Annual Meeting, Chicago, Illinois, October 16-17, 1997. 11. Zeneca Prostate Cancer Speakers Update Meeting, Orlando, Florida, January 2225, 1998. 12. Upstate New York Urological Association's 3rd Annual Residents' Day Competition, The Sherwood Inn, Skaneateles, New York, April 4, 1998. 13. Zeneca Pharmaceuticals Clinical Investigators Meeting, "Casodex as Second Line Therapy for Patients with Advanced Prostate Cancer", Tucson, Arizona, May 1-3, 1998. 14. American Urological Association Meeting, 1998. 15. National Visiting Professor Academy Symposium on Quality of Life Issues in Prostate Cancer Management, Cancun, Mexico, September 24-27, 1998. 16. Northeastern Section, American Urological Association, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, October 18-21, 1998. 17. Prostate Cancer Lecture Series Speakers Update Meeting, Dana Point, California, January 28-31, 1999. 18. 15th Annual Clinical Update in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Stratton Mountain Inn, Stratton Mountain, Vermont, February 9-12, 1999. 19. Erectile Dysfunction and Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): Current Diagnosis and Management, Hilton Garden Inn, Albany Airport, Albany, New York, April 10, 1999. 20. Contemporary Issues in the Management of Sexual Dysfunction: A Speaker’s Training Workshop, Sheraton El Conquistador Resort and Country Club, Tucson, Arizona, April 17, 1999. 21. Zeneca Investigator Update Meeting, Dallas, Texas, April 30, 1999. 22. Viagra (Sildenafil Citrate) Investigator Update Meeting, Hotel Adolphus, Dallas, Texas, May 1, 1999. 23. American Urological Association Meeting, Dallas, Texas, May 1-6, 1999. 56 24. Urofocus Consultants Advisory Board, The Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston, Massachusetts, July 16-18, 1999. 25. American College of Surgeons 85th Annual Clinical Congress, San Francisco, California, October 10-15, 1999. 26. Merck 1999 Urology Consultants Meeting, West Point, Pennsylvania, October 22, 1999. 27. Merck Urology Consultants Meeting, Phoenix, Arizona, February 26, 2000. 28. Society of University Urologists Annual Meeting, Atlanta, Georgia, April 28, 2000. 29. Viagra (Sildenafil Citrate) Investigator Update Meeting, Atlanta, Georgia, April 29, 2000. 30. American Urological Association Meeting, Atlanta, Georgia, April 29-May 4, 2000. 31. Current Management of ED: Expert Workshop, Rio Grande, Puerto Rico, July 1416, 2000. 32. Merck Training Consultants Program Seminar, Le Centre Sheraton, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, August 22, 2000. 33. American Medical Systems (AMS) Investigators Meeting for Study: Evaluation of the Safety and Tolerability of Transurethral Dehydrated Alcohol Injection for the Treatment of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Four Points Hotel, Chicago O’Hare, Schiller Park, Illinois, October 2, 2000. 34. Merck 2000 Regional Urology Consultants Meeting, The Millennium Broadway Hotal, New York, New York, October 27-29, 2000. 35. Viadur Workshop and Advisory Board, The Omni Berkshire Place, New York, New York, November 17, 2000. 36. Hand Assisted Laparoscopic Renal Surgery, Radical Nephrectomy, Donor Nephrectomy, and Nephroureterectomy Course, Hartford Hospital, Hartford, Connecticut, December 7, 2000. 37. “Recent Advances in Prostate Cancer – Faculty Update 2001”, Four Seasons, Las Vegas, Nevada, January 5, 2001. 38. “Casodex Early Prostate Cancer Program Investigator Meeting”, Disney’s Contemporary Resort, Orlando, Florida, January 19-21, 2001 39. “Amgen Praecis Prostate Cancer Regional Advisory Board Meeting”, Park City, Utah, February 7-8, 2001. 40. “2001 National Urology Consultants Meeting”, The Peabody Orlando, Orlando, Florida, March 23-25, 2001. 41. “Recent Advances in Prostate Cancer,” The Fairmont Copley Plaza, Boston, Massachusetts, May 18, 2001. 42. “Recent Advances in Prostate Cancer,” The Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta, Georgia, July 13, 57 2001. 43. “Controversies in Men’s Health”, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 10-12, 2001. 44. “Faculty Orientation Meeting for the Educational Initiative on Erectile Function (EIEF)”, The Four Seasons Hotel, Atlanta, Georgia, October 19-21, 2001. 45. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer – Faculty Update 2002”, The Four Seasons Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, January 4, 2002. 46. “Boehringer Ingelheim BPH Regional Speaker Meeting”, the Fairmont Hotel, Dallas, Texas, January 18-19, 2002. 47. “Hand Assisted Laparoscopic Renal Surgery”, Hartford Hospital, Hartford, Connecticut, January 23, 2002. 48. “Regional ED Expert Advisory Panel Meeting”, Rihga Royal Hotel, New York, New York, March 8-9, 2002. 49. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer”, The Ritz Carlton, Cleveland, Ohio, April 5, 2002. 50. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer”, The Park Hyatt, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, April 19, 2002. 51. “Upstate New York Urological Association’s Annual Resident’s Day Competition”, the Sherwood Inn, Skaneateles, New York, April 20, 2002. 52. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer”, The Adam’s Mark Hotel, Charlotte, North Carolina, May 10, 2002. 53. “American Urological Association Meeting”, Orlando, Florida, May 25-29, 2002. 54. “Society of Urologic Oncology Spring Meeting”, Orlando, Florida, May 25, 2002. 55. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer”, The Ritz Carlton Hotel, Dearborn, Michigan, July 19, 2002. 56. “Vardenafil Faculty Update Meeting”, The Grand Hyatt Washington, Washington, DC, July 19-21, 2002. 57. “Current Concepts in Men’s Health”, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 16-18, 2002. 58. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer”, The New York Roosevelt Hotel, New York, New York, September 20, 2002. 59. “AVODART (Dutasteride) National Speaker Training Meeting, Sheraton Bal Harbour, Bal Harbour (Miami), Florida, November 8-9, 2002 60. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer: Faculty Update 2003”, The Four Seasons Hotal, Las Vegas, Nevada, January 9-11, 2003. 58 61. “Maine Urological Association Winter Meeting 2003”, Sugar Loaf, USA, February 12, 2003. 62. “Pfizer Northeast Regional Advisory Board Meeting”, St. Regis Hotel, New York, NY, March 28-29, 2003. 63. “Male Sexual Health: Practical Clinical Solutions Faculty Development Meeting”, Sofitel Chicago Water Tower Hotel, Chicago, Illinios, April 11-13, 2003. 64. “American Urological Association Meeting”, Chicago, Illinois, April 26-May 1, 2003. 65. “Prostate Cancer Update Working Group Meeting”, Millennium Broadway Hotel, New York, New York, May 14, 2003 66. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer”, The Ritz Carlton Dearborn, Dearborn, Michigan, June 20, 2003. 67. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer”, The Four Seasons Hotel, Washington, DC, August 1, 2003. 68. “Current Concepts in Men’s Health”, The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 15-17, 2003. 69. “The Management of Bone Complications Related to Prostate Cancer: Consultants Meeting”, Essex House, New York, New York, September 5-7, 2003. 70. “Hot Topics in BPH, Uroxatral Speakers Training Meeting”, The Wyndham Anatole Hotel, Dallas, Texas, October 24-26, 2003. 71. “BPH and Beyond: Key Opinion Leaders Scientific Session”, The Waldorf-Astoria, New York, New York, October 29, 2003. 72. “New York State Urological Society Executive Committee Meeting”, LaGuardia Marriott, New York, New York, November 22, 2003. 73. “Urologic Oncology, Extraordinary Opportunities for Discovery”, Natcher Conference Center National Institutes of Health, Bethesda, Maryland, December 56, 2003. 74. “Cialis Speaker Training Meeting”, Gaylord Palms Hotel, Orlando, Florida, January 9-10, 2004. 75. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer”, The Ritz Carlton Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, April 2, 2004. 76. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer”, W Atlanta Hotel, Atlanta, GA, April 16, 2004. 77. “American Urological Association Meeting”, San Francisco, California, May 8-13, 2004. 78. “NY State Urological Society Executive Committee Meeting”, Pennsylvania Hotel, New York, New York, June 5, 2004. 79. “Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer”, The Pierre, New York, New York, July 9, 2004. 59 80. “Comprehensive Observational Multi-Center Prostate Adenocarcinoma Registry (COMPARE), The Mandarin Oriental Hotel, Washington, D.C., July 23-25, 2004. 81. “Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2004” The Sagamore Resort Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 13-15, 2004. 82. “AUA Leadership Program” AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, Maryland, October 1-3, 2004. 83. Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Meeting, Westin Savannah Harbor Resort, Savannah, Georgia, October 28-30, 2004. 84. “Society of Urological Oncology Annual Meeting”, Natcher Center, National Institute of Health Bethesda, Maryland, December 3-4, 2004. 85. Men’s Health for the Primary Care Provider: Skills You Can Use, The Desmond Hotel, Albany, New York, February 12, 2005. 86. AUA Practice Management Conference, The Hotel Washington, Washington, D.C., February, 2005. 87. AUA National Advocacy Conference, The Hotel Washington, Washington, D.C., February 28 and March 1, 2005. 88. Levitra Faculty Update, Westin LaCantera Hotel, San Antonio, Texas, May 20-21, 2005. 89. American Urological Association Annual Meeting, San Antonio, Texas, May 21-25, 2005. 90. Targeting Advanced Prostate Cancer: Today and Tomorrow, CME Faculty Training Roundtables, Essex House, New York, New York , June 24-25, 2005. 91. Recent Advances in the Management of Prostate Cancer, Grand Hyatt New York, New York, New York, July 29, 2005. 92. Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2005, The Sagamore Resort Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 12-14, 2005. 93. AUA Coding and Reimbursement Committee Meeting, AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, Maryland, October 29, 2005. 94. AUA Practice Management Adhoc Committee Meeting, AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, Maryland, November 11-12, 2005. 95. “Society of Urological Oncology Annual Meeting”, Natcher Center, National Institute of Health Bethesda, Maryland, December 2, 2005. 96. Upstate New York Robotic Society Meeting, Syracuse, New York, January 21, 2006. 97. “2006 Speakers Training for Avodart (dutasteride), Hyatt Regency Lake Las Vegas, Las Vegas, Nevada, March 3 – 4, 2006 98. “AUA/AACU Joint Advocacy Conference, The Renaissance Mayflower Hotel, 60 Washington, D.C., March 27–28, 2006 99. American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Atlanta, GA, May 20 – 25, 2006. 100. New York State Urological Society, Inc. Executive Committee Meeting, LaGuardia Marriott Hotel, New York, New York, June 10, 2006. 101. GlaxoSmithKline AVO105948 Investigators’ Meeting, Westin Buckhead Atlanta, Atlanta, GA, June 15 – 16, 2006. 102. “2006 Prostate Cancer Review: Redefining Disease Management.” The Westin Southfield Detroit, Southfield, Michigan, July 28, 2006. 103. “Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2006” The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 11 – 13 2006. 104. “Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting”, Ottawa, Canada, September 7-9, 2006. 105. “American Urological Association Coding and Reimbursement Committee Meeting”, AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, Maryland, November 4, 2006. 106. New York State Urological Society, Inc. Executive Committee Meeting, LaGuardia Marriott Hotel, New York, New York, November, 11, 2006. 107. Commercial Advisory Board for AVODART (dutasteride), The Peabody, Orlando, FL, November 30, 2006 108. Expert Forum: “VTP with Tookad for the Treatment of Localized Prostate Cancer”, Hyatt Regency Bethesda, Bethesda, MD, December 1, 2006. 109. Society of Urologic Oncology Annual Meeting, National Cancer Institute, Bethesda, MD, December 1&2, 2006. 110. Sanofi-Aventis Urology Speaker Training Meeting, Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego, CA, January 26-27, 2007. 111. 2007 SPEAKERS TRAINING for AVODART (dutasteride), Sheraton Wild Horse Pass, Chandler, Arizona, February 3, 2007. 112. The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Board of Directors Meeting, Ritz Carlton, Washington, DC, March 24, 2007. 113. AVO108943 Investigator Meeting, Hilton Miami Airport, Miami, FL, April 18-19, 2007. 114. American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Anaheim, CA May 19 - 24, 2007. 115. American Urological Association Coding and Reimbursement Committee Meeting, Anaheim Hilton, Anaheim, CA , May 19, 2007. 116. Society of Urologic Oncology Annual Meeting, The Anaheim Marriott, Anaheim, CA, May 19, 2007 117. The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Board of Directors Meeting, Rochester, NY, September 5, 2007. 61 118. Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting”, Rochester, NY, September 6-9, 2007. 119. New York State Urological Society, Inc. Executive Committee Meeting, LaGuardia Marriott Hotel, New York, New York, November, 3, 2007. 120. American Urological Association Coding and Reimbursement Committee Meeting, AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, MD, November 17, 2007. 121. Sexual Medicine Society of North America 2007 Winter Scientific Meeting, Westin Chicago River North, Chicago, IL, December 6-9, 2007. 122. 2008 CPT Editorial Panel/HCPAC Annual Meeting, Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa, Rancho Mirage, CA, February 7-9, 2008. 123. Astellas YM178 Investigator Meeting, The Fairmont Hotel, Dallas, Texas, April 4-5, 2008. 124. American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Orlando, FL, May 17-22, 2008. 125. American Urological Association Coding & Reimbursement Committee Meeting, Rosen Centre, Orlando, FL, May 17, 2008 126. American Urological Association Health Policy Council Meeting, Rosen Centre, Orlando, FL, May 19, 2008 127. 2008 CPT Editorial Panel/HCPAC Annual Meeting, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort & Spa, Bonita Springs, FL, June 5-7, 2008. 128. New York State Urological Society, Inc. Executive Committee Meeting, LaGuardia Marriott Hotel, New York, New York, July 12, 2008. 129. “Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2008” The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 8 – 10, 2008. 130. “Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting”, Hyatt Regency Tamaya Resort & Spa, Santa Ana Pueblo, NM, September 18 – 20, 2008. 131. AMA / Specialty Society RVS Update Committee Meeting, Renaissance Hotel, Chicago, IL, October 2 & 3, 2008. 132. 2008 CPT Editorial Panel/HCPAC Annual Meeting, Sheraton Chicago Hotel & Towers, Chicago, IL, October 23-25, 2008. 133. American Urological Association Coding & Reimbursement Committee Meeting, AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, MD, November 15, 2008. 134. American Urological Association Health Policy Council Fall Meeting, AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, MD, November, 15, 2008. 135. 2009 CPT Editorial Panel/HCPAC Annual Meeting, The Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa, Litchfield Park, Arizona, February 5-7, 2009. 136. 41st Annual Duke Urologic Assembly, Four Seasons Hotel, Las Vegas, Nevada, 62 March 7-10, 2009 137. Meeting on Stereotactic Radiosurgery with STS, ACS, AUA, AANS, & ASTRO, Grand Hyatt, Washington, D.C., March 22, 2009. 138. American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 25-30, 2009. 139. American Urological Association Coding & Reimbursement Committee Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 26, 2009 140. American Urological Association Health Policy Council Meeting, Chicago, IL, April 27, 2009. 141. 2009 CPT Editorial Panel/HCPAC Annual Meeting, Intercontinental Chicago O’Hare Hotel, Rosemont, IL, June 4-6, 2009. 142. “Current Concepts in Men’s Health 2009” The Sagamore Resort, Lake George, Bolton Landing, New York, August 14-16, 2009 143. “Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting”, Fairmont The Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal, Quebec, Canada, October 7-11, 2009. 144. 2009 CPT Editorial Panel/HCPAC Annual Meeting, Four Seasons Resort and Club, Dallas at Las Colinas, Texas, October 15 – 17, 2009. 145. “American Urological Association Coding and Reimbursement Committee Meeting”, AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, Maryland, November 13, 2009. 146. American Urological Association Health Policy Council Fall Meeting, AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, MD, November 14, 2009. 147. New York State Urological Society, Inc. Executive Committee Meeting, LaGuardia Marriott Hotel, New York, New York, November 21, 2009. 148. 2010 CPT Editorial Panel/HCPAC Annual Meeting, Hilton Bonnet Creek, Orlando, FL, February 11 & 12, 2010. 149. Aetna Healthcare and AUA Outreach Meeting, AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, MD, February 22, 2010. 150. The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Board of Directors Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA, March 12-13, 2010. 151. “AUA/AACU Joint Advocacy Conference, The Ritz-Carlton, Washington, D.C., March 21-23, 2010 152. 42nd Annual Duke Urologic Assembly, Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort & Spa, Lake Buena Vista, Florida, March 25-28, 2010. 153. UnitedHealthcare and AUA Outreach Meeting, United Corporate Headquarters, Minnetonka, MN, April 12, 2010 American Urological Association Annual Meeting, San Francisco, CA May 28 – June 1, 2010. 154. 155. Section Secretaries Membership Council Meeting Marriott Marquis – San 63 Francisco, CA Saturday, May 29, 2010 156. National Renal and Prostate Robotic Symposium, Hartford Hospital, Hartford , Connecticut, June 25, 2010 157. AUX-CC-803/AUX-CC-804 Peyronie’s Phase III Investigator Meeting, The Four Seasons Hotel, Philadelphia, PA, August 5-6, 2010. 158. The Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Board of Directors Meeting, Pittsburgh, PA, September 22, 2010. 159. Northeastern Section of the American Urological Association Annual Meeting”, The Westin Convention Center Hotel, Pittsburgh, PA, September 22-26, 2010. 160. “American Urological Association Coding and Reimbursement Committee Meeting”, AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, Maryland, November 12, 2010. 161. American Urological Association Health Policy Council Fall Meeting, AUA Headquarters, Linthicum, MD, November 13, 2010 162. New York State Urological Society Executive Committee Meeting, via telephone conference, November 20, 2010 163. 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