Patients' perceptions of quality of care delivery by urology residents: A nationwide study.

Objective: To present the results of a nationwide survey among urological patients to evaluate their perception of the quality of care provided by residents.

Methods: An anonymous survey was distributed to patients who were referred to 22 Italian academic institutions. The survey aimed to investigate the professional figure of the urology resident as perceived by the patient.

Urology Residency Training in Italy: Results of the First National Survey.

Background: Numerous surveys have been performed to determine the competence and the confidence of residents. However, there is no data available on the condition of Italian residents in urology.

Objective: To investigate the status of training among Italian residents in urology regarding scientific activity and surgical exposure.