Medical Students

Students will spend 12.5 hours observing urology patient care in the outpatient clinics and/or the operating room. This course is intended to introduce medical students to urology and may include observation of outpatient clinical encounters, office-based procedures, and urologic surgery. 

Course Director
Janine Oliver, MD
Associate Professor, Department of Surgery, Division of Urology

Program Coordinator
Shannon Lamoree
shannon.lamoree@cuanschutz.edu

SURG 8012

The Urology Acting Internship course is designed to give medical students interested in Urology an immersive educational experience and prepare them for residency. Our Acting Internship is a modified preceptorship divided into two, two-week blocks. Acting interns spend four weeks in two affiliated hospitals to achieve an in-depth educational and diverse clinical experience.

Rotation sites may vary based on availability and may include the University of Colorado Hospital, Children’s Hospital Colorado, and/or Denver Health Hospital.

Four-week rotation dates for 2025 coming soon!

Course Director
Janine Oliver, MD
Associate Professor, Department of Surgery, Division of Urology

Program Coordinator
Shannon Lamoree
shannon.lamoree@cuanschutz.edu

 

Application - CU Medical Students

To learn how to apply for the acting internship, visit the website of the Office of the Registrar.

 

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Application - Visiting Acting Interns

Applications accepted on VSLO.

Urology DEI Scholarship Program

Description of Scholarship
One of the University of Colorado Division of Urology's guiding principles is to promote cultural and gender diversity and equal opportunity within our institution. Therefore, the Urology Diversity Scholarship Program was created to provide financial support to fourth-year medical students from underrepresented minorities (Black, Hispanic, Indigenous, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander students) and/or women during the University of Colorado’s Visiting Urology Acting-internship (SURG 8012). Students accepted for the clinical clerkship are eligible to apply for scholarships to help defray cost. Students must be U.S. citizens and attend an allopathic medical school in the U.S. to be eligible. The scholarship awards $1,500.00 in financial support to be used for travel and housing costs.

Who should apply?

Applicants must:

1. Be a fourth-year medical student at an accredited US allopathic medical school
2. Identify as an underrepresented minority and/or woman
3. Be interested in applying to a Urology Residency Program in 2023
4. Be in good academic standing at an accredited US allopathic medical school
5. Meet all standard VSLO application requirements for the SURG 8012 elective
6. Be able to rotate at the University of Colorado between June and October 2023

Application Deadline Coming Soon

Application Process

1. Complete the VSLO application for the University of Colorado Visiting Urology Acting-internship (SURG 8012). For information on visiting student (VSLO) requirements for this rotation, please review the course catalog.
2. Complete the separate application (below) You will also have access to the application on the VSLO website.
3. Include a personal essay: Please describe any experiences in your life or training that have led you to believe that physician diversity in urology will impact patient centered care. Also, please include why you are interested in the University of Colorado’s Urology Residency program (500 words or less).
4. Include a letter of recommendation from an individual supporting your application for the scholarship.

Competitive applicants will have demonstrated:

• Academic achievement (indicated by transcripts, USMLE scores)
• Leadership experience as indicated by activities included in the CV
• Commitment to pursuing a career in urology
• An interest in diversity, health disparities, or serving underserved populations

 

 

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Urology Medical Student Research Fellowships (Paid Positions)

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The University of Colorado offers two paid one-year mentored research positions annually to qualified medical students interested in pursuing a urology residency.

The two available research fellowships are:

The Pediatric and Adult Congenital Urology Medical Student Research Fellowship

The Functional and Reconstructive Urology Medical Student Research Fellowship

For details and application information, please use the links above.

These positions are open to medical students who have completed at least two years of medical school and can dedicate a year to research (as part of their medical school program between MS3 and MS4 or after MS4 if not immediately entering residency). Applicants are considered on a rolling basis. Priority is given to CU medical students and candidates from diverse backgrounds interested in urology. 

The research fellowships include opportunities at both University of Colorado Hospital and Children’s Hospital Colorado where fellows participate in innovative research projects throughout the year. By participating in and leading innovative research studies and attending urology residency teaching rounds, student fellows learn the fundamentals of urology and what it takes to be a physician-scientist. Fellows build strong relationships while working directly with and receiving mentorship from the world-renowned faculty at one of the most robust urology programs in the nation. Research fellow responsibilities include IRB application preparation and submission, management of clinical studies, abstract and manuscript production, and presentations at urology conferences.

 

Past fellows have achieved presentations at national and regional meetings, first-author publications in top journals, and matched into their desired residency positions. 

Our medical student research fellowship program is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. We aspire to build a team that thrives on diversity, equity, inclusion, and community engagement; strives to eliminate social injustices and health disparities through measurable commitments and strategic, systemic, and sustainable accountability systems; and demonstrates trust and respect for all through inclusive practices and policies. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, including women, persons with disabilities, veterans, and candidates interested in caring for underserved populations. 

If you are a CU student, you have the option to take a Scholar's Year, meaning that you will not need to take a year off from your medical education, rather you will substitute one year of regular curriculum by participating in the fellowship. Click here for more information on taking a Scholar's Year.

 

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Current and Past Fellows

Logan Wesemann
 (2024 – 2025) Pediatric and Adult Congenital Urology Medical Student Research Fellow
 Doctor of Osteopathy Program, graduating class of 2026
 Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, Utah Campus

Logan Wesemann graduated from Utah Valley University with a Bachelor of Science degree and currently attends Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine - Utah Campus. Logan's interest in urology stems from personal experiences both as a patient and as a student provider and is specifically interested in pediatric urology and male sexual health. In his free time, he enjoys watching movies with his wife, practicing the piano, and playing The Legend of Zelda.

 

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 Rebeca Gonzalez Jauregui

 (2023 – 2024) Medical Student Research Fellow
 Doctor of Medicine Program, graduating class of 2024
 University of Colorado School of Medicine

Rebeca Gonzalez Jauregui is the 2023-2024 Pediatric and Reconstructive Urology Medical Student Research Fellow. She graduated from the University of South Florida with a Bachelor of Science Degree and currently attends the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Rebeca is passionate about health care inequities research, and enthusiastic about applying her knowledge to identify barriers to care and improve accessibility of urologic services to marginalized communities. Rebeca is originally from Cuba, and in her free time, she loves to read, paint, and explore new coffee shops.

 

 

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 Lily Kong

 (2022 – 2023) Medical Student Research Fellow
 Doctor of Medicine Program, graduating class of 2023
 University of Colorado School of Medicine

Lily Kong is the 2022-2023 Pediatric and Reconstructive Urology Medical Student Research Fellow. She graduated from Wesleyan University in 2016 with a BA in English and took a few years off to work before moving to Colorado to start medical school at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. After participating in the Denver Health Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship this past year, she discovered a love for the OR and a passion for urology. She is specifically interested in gender-affirming care, public health, sexual health/education, working with underserved populations, and medical education/mentorship. Outside of medicine, she enjoys rock climbing, hiking, cooking/baking, making art, and playing The Sims. She is excited to spend the upcoming year immersed in the field of urology and learn skills that will help her become a better physician and researcher.

"The medical student research fellowship allowed me invaluable opportunities to gain experience in the field of urology, become intimately familiar with the research process from conception to research product, and create lasting relationships with supportive faculty mentors. Having not had extensive research experience prior to the fellowship, I felt that the structure of the fellowship was incredibly conducive to learning, providing me with adequate guidance and support while also allowing me to develop my own skills as a researcher. During the research year, I was able to present several projects, including at a national conferences, and publish multiple manuscripts. I learned a variety of skills that I have been able to implement even now that my research year is over, including video editing, REDCap project building and development, writing manuscripts, and IRB submission. I would highly recommend this fellowship to anybody who is interested in urology and wants more experience in the field!”

 

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Derek Wengryn, MD

2021–2022 Medical Student Research Fellow
Doctor of Medicine Program, graduating class of 2023
University of Colorado School of Medicine

Post Fellowship:

2023-2026 Internal Medicine Residency Program  

Washing State University  

Elson S. Floyd Collee of Medicine 

Derek Wengryn was the 2021–2022 Pediatric and Reconstructive Urology Medical Student Research Fellow. Derek graduated from the University of Colorado Denver with a BS in Biology in 2018 and is currently in the MD program at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. After completing his surgery rotation during his third year of medical school, he discovered a passion for urology. He applied to the research fellowship program to gain more experience and develop his skills as a physician-scientist.

“The urology medical student research fellowship was truly an exceptional experience. The fellowship allowed me to work closely with the Pediatric Urology Research Enterprise (PURE) and mentors in the genitourinary reconstructive fellowship program. This presents a unique opportunity to connect with a network of providers, researchers, and professionals in both pediatric and adult reconstructive urology. Team members met with me weekly to share their expertise, facilitate research projects, and offer support with my career aspirations beyond the fellowship. Through the structure and guidance I was offered, I became involved in various research and quality improvement projects and experienced all aspects of the research process, from study design to IRB approval to publication. In just one year, I was able to produce seven research conference presentations, and the fellowship supported my attendance at each. Having such a tremendous support network was foundational to the success and professional development I achieved this past year. I would encourage any medical student interested in a more profound exploration of the field of urology to consider applying!”

 

 

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Eniola Ogundipe, MD

2020–2021 Medical Student Research Fellow
2022 Doctor of Medicine
University of Colorado School of Medicine

Post Fellowship:

2022-2023 General Surgery Preliminary Year

David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles 

2023-2028 Urologic Surgery Residency 

University of Louisville

Urology Residency Program

“I feel fortunate to have been a part of PURE as a medical student, and I highly recommend it. The support that PURE provides is truly unparalleled. I have been working in research as a student for the last ten years and have never worked with a more responsive, patient, productive, and dedicated group of individuals. Research PIs are busy, but PURE has a structured team that allows consistent and reliable communication. It made all the difference in my productivity and growth the last year — I have never been so productive! I am grateful to have been a part of such a nurturing and organized research program.”

 

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Alan Quach, MD

2019–2020 Medical Student Fellow
2021 Doctor of Medicine
University of Colorado School of Medicine

Post Fellowship:

Clinical Research Scholarship Winner
2021–2025 Urologic Surgery Residency
University of Nebraska Medical Center

“As the inaugural medical student urology research fellow for the University of Colorado, I felt that the structure, workload, and research experience exceeded my expectations. My fellowship began around the same time that the Pediatric Urology Research Enterprise (PURE) was established. Having PURE as support benefited my productivity instead of working one-on-one with an attending because it also allowed me to ask questions specific to my projects and gain support from everyone involved in the study. The team is very knowledgeable about the processes involved in conducting a study. My fellowship culminated in six meeting presentations — including two at the AUA — and one published study. I felt like I was involved in all stages of the research process (including being the PI of my project) and gained valuable insight into academia in urology. The research fellowship played a pivotal role in my success during the urology match, especially during a competitive year that included the cancellation of Sub-Is and virtual interviews. I matched at the University of Nebraska, and upon graduation, I received the Harken’s Clinical Research Scholarship.”