Hypospadias Advanced Training Program
Program Overview
The Hypospadias Advanced Training Program at Sidra Medicine is a 4-week highly selective, full-time advanced training opportunity designed for qualified pediatric surgeons and pediatric urologists. Trainees receive hands-on surgical experience, participate in cutting-edge clinical training, and engage in in-depth research at one of the world’s leading high-volume centers for hypospadias management. Fellows gain exposure to complex and revision hypospadias cases and work within a multidisciplinary team committed to excellence in patient care. The program accepts only two fellows per year, is unpaid and self-funded, and is accredited by the Graduate Medical Education Office at Sidra Medicine.
- Clinical Expertise: Hands-on experience in primary, complex, and revision hypospadias surgeries.
- Research: Contribute to clinical studies with opportunities for publication.
- Surgical Techniques: Learn advanced procedures like grafts, staged repairs, and urethroplasty.
( https://www.sidra.org/research/translational-research-programs/hypospadias-education-research-and-outcomes-hub/ )
Key Rotations
- Week 1: Observe surgeries, engage in patient evaluations
- Week 2: Assist in surgeries, begin basic research tasks
- Week 3: Lead patient care, assist in more complex surgeries
- Week 4: Perform key steps of the surgeries under supervision, contribute to research conclusions
- Certified Urologist, Pediatric Surgeon or Pediatric Urologist.
- Minimum 2 years of post-graduate clinical experience.
- A minimum of three years post-board certification experience in pediatric urology or urology with active involvement in hypospadias care.
- Prior surgical experience in at least 50 hypospadias cases (as primary surgeon or first assistant); case logbook is required
- Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
- Demonstrated interest in hypospadias care and research.
- One letter of recommendation from a senior urologist or program director attesting to the applicant’s suitability and commitment to advanced hypospadias training.
- Hold a valid Medical License or be eligible for licensure in Qatar (Click here for more details).
- Program Director: Dr. Tariq Abbas
- GME Email: gme@sidra.org