Sonam Saxena
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@DrexelMedicine M4 | @HUMCUrology Research Fellow 2024-2025 | aspiring urologist | she/her | hi :)
Philadelphia, PA
Joined November 2012
I am honored to have been selected as the first place winner for @JCO_ASCO’s inaugural narrative essay competition with my essay “A chance to heal with cold hard steel,” which explores grief and surgical courage. Check it out here: https://t.co/beV3UypMWn
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At HUMC we’re using machine learning to predict better functional outcomes after RARP using objective robotic kinematic data! A video on our work is available for public voting now with the KS International Innovation Awards! #LP6Contest Vote for me at https://t.co/rOY22CQbHu
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Took about 30s to complete and have tailored message sent to my representatives. Clink link below and add your voice to fight this change and trend of reducing physician reimbursement, the people actually providing the care to patients. #auaadvocacy @CMAdocs @AmerMedicalAssn
The “efficiency adjustment” in the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) means that CMS will cut work RVUs for thousands of procedures by 2.5% starting January 1, with further reductions every 3 years. The AUA is fighting this policy, but we need your help. Tell Congress to
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Big news for women’s health! The FDA has removed the black box warning from low-dose vaginal estrogen—finally aligning safety labeling with science. These treatments have minimal absorption and do NOT carry the same risks as oral estrogen. Learn more: https://t.co/i1oUDq7iFc
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Another #AUAAdvocacyEffort highlight: Urologic Workforce Shortages 🩺 The AUA is advocating for legislation to: - support loans of rural specialty physicians - increase the number of GME residency slots in shortage specialties - & more. More at: https://t.co/OQ3Dz7WtQk
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For more information, listen to a recent AUA Inside Tract podcast about this topic from Dr. Kevin Koo (@kvnkoo) & Dr. Grace Hyun! https://t.co/ya9J8HWUOb
One of the AUA's Advocacy Efforts is reducing the burden relayed to physicians & practices by prior authorization. Notable resources include the AUA's prior authorization checklist and Payor Forms guide! (Link: https://t.co/88LxMTl79X) Additional information in the thread 🧵!
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One of the AUA's Advocacy Efforts is reducing the burden relayed to physicians & practices by prior authorization. Notable resources include the AUA's prior authorization checklist and Payor Forms guide! (Link: https://t.co/88LxMTl79X) Additional information in the thread 🧵!
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Such a wonderful opportunity to work on this with Dr. Sadeghi and the team! @ZhinaSadeghi @UCI_Urology ✅Check out our recent article on “Urological manifestations of non-relaxing pelvic floor dysfunction” 🔗
Read our recent article on “Urologiczl manifestation of Non-relaxing pelvic floor dysfunction” https://t.co/3hQiciwuY7
@AndysheaAfyouni @nkhanmam @UCI_Urology
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Urologists: we advocate for patients every day - let’s also advocate at the ballot box. 🗓️ Election Day: Nov 4 🕛 Pre-registration deadline: Oct 14 Register today! Visit https://t.co/Q8mSLU7FfF to see state-specific resources.
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Reflecting on an insightful few days at SMSNA, where superstar PGY-4 Akhil Peta, MD presented on the effect of physical activity on men’s health and fertility. Congratulations Akhil for also being awarded a $1500 stipend to attend!
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Awesome series!!
Brand new episode of First Assist: Gu Oncology Unpacked. This week, I talk to Dr. Tullika Garg (@Tullika_Garg) about taking care of older adults with cancer. Check it out on Urology Times website, Spotify and Apple Podcasts
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Honored to share my experience with SP robotic radical prostatectomy (regionalizing surgery) at the @NYSAUA meeting in Paris 🇫🇷. Grateful for the opportunity—well received and sparked good discussions! #Urology #Robotics @SocietySURS @AmerUrological @HUMCUrology
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Congratulations to our Urology Resident, @rhmercedes for being recognized as an exceptional teacher! We are so proud of your dedication and impact to our medical students.
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An important part of advocacy is researching the factors contributing to disparities and the outcomes of targeted interventions. This #AUASummit25 project evaluated disparities in PSA screening pre- and post-USPSTF recommendations & barriers to care for vulnerable populations:
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Congrats to our FRU Research Scholar, Sasha Vereecken @sjvereeck @CU_Urology, on winning First Prize for our video on Adjustable Continence Therapy (ACT) for female Stress Urinary Incontinence (#SUI) at the @SCSAUA ! 📷 This is new, exciting work that highlights a minimally
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Hi #MedTwitter #ENTwitter My name is Alex Barna, I'm an MS4 from Drexel applying Otolaryngology for #Match2026 My interests include facial plastic surgery, laryngology, health equity, and more. I love singing and discovering new finds at Trader Joes! Excited for the year!
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And we are off! Come join us for our 4th annual Men’s health day at the Hackensack recreation center! On track to provide health screens for 200+ people today! Open until 2pm, walk ins welcome! @HUMCUrology @mdstifelman @NitinYerram
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🚨 Alert! 🚨 Orlando Health Virtual Open House Monday, 9/29/25 - 7:00-8:00 PM Join us for a virtual open house and learn about our new program! RSVP here: https://t.co/u0Kt0eaFFu More info @ https://t.co/LBaRudupCV
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