The Present and Future Challenges Facing Urology Departments at Academic Health Centers

Urology. 2017 Jun:104:25-30. doi: 10.1016/j.urology.2016.12.044. Epub 2017 Jan 30.

Abstract

Academic health centers (ACHs) represent the pinnacle of health care by providing innovative clinical care, cutting-edge research, and premier education. However, recent changes in health care put their tripartite mission at risk. The coming years will bring immense change to AHCs as they adjust to new market conditions impacting the 3 distinct elements of their mission. Fundamental adaptations are required for AHCs to survive, let alone thrive and continue to represent the best of medical research, education, and health. This paper evaluates the missions and strengths of AHCs, describes the challenges to these missions, and proposes adaptations for future success.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Academic Medical Centers / organization & administration*
  • Academic Medical Centers / trends*
  • Biomedical Research
  • Delivery of Health Care
  • Humans
  • Models, Organizational
  • Program Development
  • Program Evaluation
  • Schools, Medical / organization & administration
  • United States
  • Urology / organization & administration*
  • Urology / trends*