Jeff Albaugh, PhD, APRN, CUCNS, presents “Dr. Jeff Albaugh, editor of Core Curriculum for Urologic Nursing (2nd Edition) – Adult Urology.”
How to cite: Albaugh, Jeff. “Dr. Jeff Albaugh, editor of Core Curriculum for Urologic Nursing (2nd Edition) – Adult Urology.” July 3, 2025. Accessed Jan 2026. https://grandroundsinurology.com/dr-jeff-albaugh-editor-of-core-curriculum-for-urologic-nursing-2nd-edition-adult-urology/
Dr. Jeff Albaugh, editor of Core Curriculum for Urologic Nursing (2nd Edition) – Adult Urology – Summary#
Diane K. Newman, DNP, ANP-BC, FAAN, FAUNA, BCB-PMD, Adjunct Professor of Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and Senior Editorial Director of Grand Rounds in Urology, engages with Dr. Jeff Albaugh, Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois. Dr. Albaugh is a board-certified urology clinical nurse specialist with over 30 years of experience.
In this 6-minute discussion, Dr. Albaugh explores the recently updated Core Curriculum for Urologic Nursing, Second Edition – Adult Urology, published by the Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates (SUNA). Jeff Albaugh shares that this comprehensive resource is a critical tool for clinicians preparing for urologic nursing certification. The curriculum supports exam preparation and enhances clinical practice, leadership, patient education, and research. It is designed to be a practical, accessible reference in daily clinical work. A significant addition to this edition is a new chapter addressing common medical conditions that impact the genitourinary system, such as multiple sclerosis. Substantial content updates reflect the latest evidence-based practices and recent clinical guidelines.
Albaugh highlights that chapters were strategically combined to improve clarity and efficiency, including consolidating separate sections. The urinary incontinence chapter now integrates surgical and non-surgical treatments, streamlining the learning experience. Updates also include a complete rewrite of the upper urinary tract oncology chapter due to significant changes in clinical guidelines.
Newman commends the editorial team’s efforts in recruiting highly qualified contributors and ensuring the curriculum remains current in a rapidly evolving field. The updated curriculum is described as an indispensable resource that fosters clinical excellence. This conversation offers valuable insight into the changing educational needs in urologic nursing.
