Program Overview
Andrology is the study of functions and diseases peculiar to males, especially in the reproductive organs, which includes expertise in the medical and surgical management of male infertility, erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s Disease, and hypogonadism. The goal of advanced training in Andrology is to provide further knowledge and skills beyond the expertise achieved during a urology residency program. This additional expertise should include scholarship, critical analysis of complex clinical problems, and development of advanced technical skills. The fellow should develop good skills in the planning of multidisciplinary approaches to patient care. Further, the fellow should achieve expertise in clinical scientific research methodologies.
Program Leadership
Thomas Walsh, MD, MBA, MS
Program Director
Length of fellowship
One year
Number of fellowships available
Two positions per year
Faculty
All of the University of Washington Urology faculty who will directly participate in the fellow’s clinical training have sub-specialty expertise in andrology and/or reconstructive surgery, and have completed a well-respected fellowship program themselves.
Current Fellow
Alejandro Abello, MD, MPH
Vi Nguyen, MD
Program sites
goals and objectives
After completing a one-year minimum fellowship in Andrology, the fellow should demonstrate the following unique characteristics:
- Advanced expertise in the multidisciplinary management of patients with male factor infertility, erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s Disease and hypogonadism.
- Knowledge and the ability to apply the critical principles of:
- Plastic surgery
- Prosthetic surgery
- Microsurgery
- Urologic imaging techniques
- Andrology laboratory testing
- Ability to perform complex genital surgery with a clear understanding of the benefits and the technical limitations of surgical procedures;
- Extensive knowledge of and technical experience in microscopic vascular, reconstructive, and sperm retrieval surgery;
- Knowledge of the biology of spermatogenesis;
- Comprehension of and facility with scientific methodology, study design, biostatistics, clinical trials, and data analysis;
- Ability to manage academic or tertiary referral clinical practice, participate in continuing education.
- Skills for self-education, and collaboration in translational research.
Clinical Experience
The program focuses on male reproductive and sexual health, emphasizing the medical and surgical management of male infertility, erectile dysfunction, Peyronie’s Disease, hypogonadism, and men's health. Extensive operative experience is provided in microsurgical reconstruction, microvascular surgery, genital reconstruction and genitourinary prosthetics. The fellowship includes participation in genital reconstructive surgery and mentored, graduated experience in the management men’s health disease. The fellow will have hospital staff privileges, a clinic of their own, the potential to schedule operative cases and contribute to the care of patients at the University of Washington Medical Center. A structured curriculum, weekly conferences, and close interaction with urology residents are provided. All of the University of Washington Urology faculty who will directly participate in the fellow’s clinical training have sub-specialty expertise in andrology and/or reconstructive surgery, and have completed a well-respected fellowship program themselves.
Research Experience
Extensive research opportunities are available through the Department of Urology Research Outcomes Collaboration (UROC), the UW Male Fertility Laboratory, and many other research programs. The fellow will be expected to undertake a lead role in a research project of their choosing among numerous NIH-funded research endeavors in outcomes, epidemiology, or translational research currently active in the UW Department of Urology.
Office Procedures Performed
- Duplex Doppler Ultrasound
- Intracavernosal Injections
- Intralesional Injections
- Tesosterone Pellet Insertion
- Vasectomy
- Testicular Mapping
- Testicular Sperm Retrieval
- Prostate Biopsy
- Cystoscopy
- Rezum
surgical procedures perFORMED
- Penile Implant/Prosthesis
- Penile Plication
- Penile Plaque Incision/Excision and Grafting
- Penile Fracture Repair
- Priapism Shunting
- Varicocele Ligation
- Vasectomy Reversal/Vasoepididymostomy/Vasovasostomy
- Gender Affirming Orchiectomy
- Radical Orchiectomy and Partial Orchiectomy
- Testicular Prosthesis Placement
- Complex Genital Reconstructive Surgery after Injury or Surgical Complication
- Artificial Urinary Sphincter
- Male Urethral Sling Procedures
- Transurethral Resection of the Prostate and other like procedures
Application Requirements
Candidates must have completed an ACGME-approved residency in urology or the equivalent. The applicant must have passed all 3 steps of USMLE exam and be eligible for a WA State Medical License.
- Admission is contingent upon completion of an ACGME accredited urologic training program.
- Applicants must be eligible for or possess a Washington State Medical License.
- In order to be eligible for University sponsorship for an H-1B visa, graduates of foreign (non-U.S.) medical schools must show successful completion of all three steps of the U.S. Medical Licensing Exam (USMLE), or equivalent as determined by the Secretary of Health and Human Services.
Application materials
- Curriculum Vitae
- Personal Statement
- At least 3 letters of recommendation (1) letter of support from their urology training program director recommending them for the fellowship and attesting to the candidate’s successful completion of the urology training program.
Application deadline: Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 11:59pm ET
Interview format: In person interviews at AUA 2026
Interview dates: May 15-18, 2026
Match date: June 12, 2026
All applications will be processed through the official UW Supported Hiring Portal, Interfolio to be considered.
University of Washington Hiring Policies
The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.
For More Information
Open House: Monday, December 8, 2025 from 5-6pm PST
University of Washington Department of Urology
Box 356510
1959 NE Pacific St., BB-1114
Seattle, WA 98195-6510
Phone: 206-221-1509
Fax: 206-543-3272
urofellow@uw.edu