New AUA Census Shows Shifts in Urology Workforce, Practice Workloads and AI Use
The American Urological Association (AUA) is pleased to release the 2025 Annual AUA Census report, which provides a comprehensive snapshot of the urology workforce in the United States and offers critical data to support the continued delivery of high‑quality urologic care. Key findings from the latest report underscore persistent workforce access challenges, evolving demographics and increasing integration of artificial intelligence into urologic practice. Results from the 2025 AUA Census show that most U.S. counties (62%) do not have a practicing urologist, highlighting ongoing concerns about access to specialty care, particularly in rural communities. Only 10% of practicing urologists maintain their primary practice outside metropolitan areas, reinforcing geographic disparities in care availability. Now in its 12th year, the AUA Annual Census is a two‑part survey that supports informed decision‑making, policy development and research by tracking workforce trends and evolving pract...