Preparing the next generation of surgeons for advanced genitourinary reconstruction techniques
Over the course of this one-year program at Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center – Fort Worth, reconstructive urology fellows receive a comprehensive clinical experience in both male and female genitourinary reconstruction at a nationally recognized hospital.
Led by highly experienced surgeons, the program provides a robust, hands-on apprenticeship teaching the innovative skills and techniques needed to deliver exceptional genitourinary outcomes using advanced technologies.
As the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott & White serves 41 counties through 53 hospitals, more than 1,300 access points, more than 7,100 active physicians, more than 59,000 team members and the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan.
About the program
Surgical training
A wide-ranging surgical training experience
With a high volume of surgical cases, fellows have the opportunity to care for male and female urology patients with diverse needs. The program includes a heavy focus on robotic-assisted surgery, especially for abdominal procedures.
Male conditions and procedures
- Excision of Peyronies plaque with autologous dermal grafting
- Tunica plication
- Male urethroplasty and bladder neck reconstruction
- Hypospadias repair
- Prosthesis surgery – both penile and AUS including complex redo cases
- Complex fistula repairs
Female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery
- Slings
- Mesh removal and reconstruction
- Repair of cystocele
- Rectocele
- Enterocele and vaginal prolapse
- Complex fistula repairs
- Urethroplasty
- Diverticulectomy
- Urethral construction with local flap
- Transvaginal urethral closure with diversion
Research and professional development
Fellows are encouraged to collaborate with the program director in conducting clinical research, with the goal of submitting an abstract to a national or international conference. Research projects may focus on the fellow’s area of interest. Fellows are also encouraged to participate in general surgery grand rounds regularly held at the hospital, as well as attend weekly meetings with the program director to discuss current clinical cases, patient management and ongoing research.
How to apply
Applicants must submit a full application through the GURS match system to include a current CV, letter of interest and three letters of recommendation.
Interested applicants can also contact the program director:
Charles Secrest, MD
Director of Reconstructive Urology Fellowship
Email: Charles.Secrest@BSWHealth.org
Application requirements
In order to be considered for the program, applicants must be:
- Board-eligible ABU (American Board of Urology)
- Able to obtain an unrestricted Texas Medical License after completion of urology residency
Learn more about Baylor Scott & White's housestaff appointment eligibility, including guidelines for international medical graduates.
Faculty and mentorship
Fellows will learn from and be mentored by highly regarded surgeons on the faculty and medical staff at Baylor Scott & White – Fort Worth. Our instructors come from several different specialties and subspecialties. In addition to urology and urogynecology, faculty includes specialists in interventional radiology and general surgery, with subspecialties in advanced robotics, reconstruction, prosthetics and more.
Working at Baylor Scott & White Health
Stipend and benefits
In addition to competitive stipends, we offer our residents a full menu of employee benefits. We help offset the cost of many of these benefits; others are options you can choose to pay for yourself.
Well-being resources
This time in your professional career can be extremely challenging. As a Baylor Scott & White graduate medical trainee, there are a variety of resources available to you, ensuring you get the most out of your educational experience.
Life in Fort Worth
The City of Cowboys and Culture is the 13th-largest city in the United States. Fort Worth is known for Texas hospitality and a dozen remarkable districts full of culture and fun.
Contact us
Charles Secrest, MD
Director of Reconstructive Urology Fellowship
Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center
1400 8th Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76104