Indian-American physician honoured with young urologist of the year award

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Dr. Nitya Abraham, an Indian-American physician and professor, has been honored with the Young Urologist of the Year Award by the American Urological Association (AUA).

An overview of the news

• She is an Associate Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Program Director for the Montefiore Urology residency programme.

• Abraham has been chosen from the New York region for her accomplishments and contributions.

• Abraham has done remarkable work for countless students, residents, fellows and junior faculty in the New York area and at his institution.

• She is serving as the Chair of the Executive Curriculum Committee for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine.

• She is a member of the Society for Urodynamics, Female Pelvic Medicine, and Urogenital Reconstruction (SUFU) Young Urologists Committee and Social Media Committee.

• The award committee described her as a prolific researcher with clinical research on the impact of social determinants of pelvic floor health.

Young Urologist of the Year Award

• The American Urological Association recognizes the hard work of young urologists across the country.

• The award was established by Dr. Michael C. Ost, 2012-2013 AUA Young Urologist Committee (YUC) Chair.

• The Young Urologist of the Year Award is presented annually to early-career members of the AUA for their progress in their field and commitment to furthering their efforts.