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EAUN fellowship report: Visit to Bern University Hospital
In this article, registered nurse and urotherapist Ms. Tanja Marin (FI) shares her experiences during her EAUN fellowship at Bern University Hospital (CH), which took place from 24-28 February, 2025. Ms. Tanja Marin: “The objective of the visit was...
EAUN25 session report: Healthcare-associated infections and antimicrobial stewardship
Healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) are acquired by patients during their stay in any healthcare setting or immediately after the discharge. Although some of HAIs can be treated easily, others may more seriously affect a patient’s health with a considerable distress,...
EAUN25 session report: Patient experience with BCG1 instillation and ‘loneliness’ in long term BCa treatments
Positive patient experiences are associated with patient safety, health outcomes and clinical effectiveness and they can improve compliance with the treatment regimen, ensuring patients complete the necessary course of therapy. By focusing on these areas, health care workers (HCW)...
EAUN25 session report: Understanding and supporting sexual health
The Special Interest Group (SIG) Sexual Health organised a thematic session focused on sexual abuse at EAUN25 in Madrid, Spain in March. The session began with the lecture ‘Understanding and supporting patients with experiences of sexual trauma’ presented by...
Exclusive interview: Dr. Stefano Terzoni wins prestigious Ronny Pieters Award
At the Annual Nurses’ Dinner preceding the jubilee edition of the International Meeting of the European Association of Urology Nurses (EAUN25), Dr. Stefano Terzoni (IT) was announced as the winner of the prestigious Ronny Pieters Award. He was recognised...
Introducing Ms. Sarah Hillery
My name is Sarah Hillery. I live and work in York, which is one of the most beautiful and ancient cities in England, UK. My practice focuses on benign and diagnostic urology, and I lead the Urology Specialist Nursing...
New EAUN Podcast episode: Ms. Mohammed and Ms. Marchetti introduce the Special Interest Group in Endourology and Robotics
Welcome to another EAUN edition of EAU Podcasts! In this episode, Ms. Anna Mohammed and Ms. Marta Marchetti introduce the Special Interest Group (SIG) in Endourology and Robotics. Beginning with a brief introduction, Ms. Mohammed and Ms. Marchetti then...
Your day-by-day guide to EAUN25’s top sessions
This year the 25th International Meeting of the European Association of Urology Nurses (EAUN25) will take place in Madrid, Spain on 22-24 March 2025. To mark this momentus anniversary, we are delighted to bring you an exciting, comprehensive and...
Introducing Mrs. Rikke Nygaard Knudsen
My name is Mrs. Rikke Nygaard Knudsen (DK), I am 47 years old, and work at Aarhus University Hospital in the Dept. of Urology. After graduating from high school, I worked for 2 years in a nursing home and...
Introducing Federico Lo Giudice
I am Federico Lo Giudice, originally from Rome (IT) where I earned my nursing degree in 2016. After completing my studies, I relocated to Ireland, where I began my career in healthcare. I started working as a staff nurse...
Learning points from the 7th course of the European School of Urology Nurses (ESUN): NMIBC patient pathways
During EMUC24 in Lisbon, the 7th ESUN Course took place from 9-10 November. Titled, “Improving NMIBC (non-muscle invasive bladder cancer) patient pathways”, this course focused on enhancing the care experience for NMIBC patients by addressing intravesical therapies, side effect...
6th ESUN report: Systemic treatments for prostate cancer course in Lisbon
The 6th ESUN course – “Systemic treatments for prostate cancer – promoting wellness and improving quality of life and adherence” took place from 9-10 November, during EMUC24 in Lisbon, Portugal. Through a series of lectures, discussions, interactive group work,...