Dr. Joshua Sterling

Biography

Joshua Sterling, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Urology at Yale School of Medicine specializing in trauma and genitourinary reconstruction. He completed a fellowship in Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgery at SUNY Upstate Medical University. Dr. Sterling earned his medical degree and MSc from New York Medical College and completed his residency in Urology at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital. He has authored numerous peer-reviewed manuscripts and book chapters, notably co-authoring the American Urologic Association core curriculum on Gender Affirming Surgery. His clinical interests include urethral and ureteral strictures, genitourinary fistulae, and urinary complications from radiation treatment, as well as gender-affirming surgery. His research focuses on stricture formation, tissue regeneration, and the effects of sex and gender on health care outcomes. Dr. Sterling is actively involved with professional organizations such as the American Urologic Association and the World Professional Association for Transgender Health, showcasing his commitment to advancing practices in urology and improving patient care for diverse populations.

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