Impact of Music on Postoperative Pain, Anxiety, and Narcotic Use After Robotic Prostatectomy: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Background: Music is a safe and cost-effective intervention that can reduce postoperative pain and anxiety. We investigated the effects of music therapy on postoperative recovery in patients undergoing robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy (RALP).

Methods: Subjects were males 18 years and older undergoing RALP at a single tertiary care institution.

Direct Cost Savings Analysis of Nurse Practitioner for Inpatient Urology Practice.

Introduction: A 2015 survey of members of the American Urological Association found the majority of urologists (62.7%) work with an advanced practice provider. The aim of this study was to analyze direct cost savings of inpatient advanced practice provider hiring focusing on direct cost, length of stay, readmission rate and discharge planning.