Zachary Feuer Named AUA Science and Quality Fellow
The American Urological Association selected the UNC professor for its two-year professional fellowship program.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Cancer
The American Urological Association has appointed Dr. Zachary Feuer as its 2026-2028 Science and Quality Fellow. Feuer, an Assistant Professor of Urology at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine, will serve a two-year term.
Why it matters
The fellowship program aims to advance evidence-based medicine and improve patient care standards. By participating in leadership meetings and specialized training, fellows help shape clinical guidance for the broader urological field.
The fellowship program was established in 2016 to support the professional development of its members. The American Urological Association currently maintains a membership base of more than 25,000 urology professionals.
The players
Zachary Feuer
He is an Assistant Professor of Urology at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine who completed his residency at New York University.
American Urological Association
Headquartered in Baltimore, this professional organization represents more than 25,000 urology members and provides clinical guidance for the medical community.
The details
As the incoming fellow, Dr. Feuer will gain hands-on experience by participating in leadership meetings, specialized training sessions, and professional conferences. He will focus on the development of clinical guidance documents and the evaluation of medical data to support institutional goals.
Timeline
The American Urological Association established its fellowship program in 2016.
The organization announced the selection of Zachary Feuer on September 24, 2026.
Feuer will serve his fellowship term from 2026 to 2028.
The Big Picture
This appointment follows the precedent set by the American Urological Association Science and Quality Fellow program to integrate academic research into clinical policy. It represents a continuation of the organization's cycle of rotating specialized fellows into key leadership roles.
The fellowship helps refine the clinical guidelines that physicians use to treat patients across the country. These updates often translate into standardized care protocols for urological conditions, potentially influencing long-term patient outcomes.
The takeaway
This fellowship highlights the importance of bridging the gap between academic research and real-world medical practice. It underscores a professional trend where clinicians are increasingly involved in creating the data-driven policies that govern modern healthcare.
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More information
View complete program details on the Science and Quality Fellow program information portal.
