Weill Cornell Medicine

Weill Cornell Medicine
Program Director: James Kashanian, MD

Learning Objectives
The fellowship in Male Infertility and Sexual Health aims to equip trainees with comprehensive expertise in diagnosing, managing, and treating male reproductive health issues. Fellows will develop proficiency in advanced diagnostic techniques, including semen analysis, hormonal evaluation, genetic testing, and imaging modalities pertinent to male infertility. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on experience in microsurgical procedures, such as varicocelectomy, vasectomy reversal, and testicular sperm extraction. Additionally, the program covers the management of sexual dysfunctions, including erectile dysfunction, Peyronie's disease, and hypogonadism. Fellows will engage in multidisciplinary collaboration, research, and patient education to foster a holistic approach to male reproductive health, ensuring they emerge as leaders in the field.

Curriculum
The one-year fellowship program in Male Infertility and Sexual Health is designed to provide comprehensive training in the diagnosis, workup, and treatment of male reproductive and sexual health issues. The curriculum focuses on understanding the causes of male infertility, including hormonal imbalances, genetic abnormalities, varicoceles, and obstructive azoospermia. Fellows will gain expertise in diagnostic techniques such as semen analysis, hormonal evaluation, genetic testing, and imaging modalities. The program emphasizes both medical and surgical treatments, including hormone therapy, microsurgical varicocelectomy, vasectomy reversals, and microsurgical testicular sperm extraction (microTESE).

Additionally, the fellowship addresses the causes, workup, and treatment of erectile dysfunction (ED) and Peyronie's disease. Fellows will learn to identify common etiologies of ED, such as vascular insufficiency, neurological disorders, and psychological factors, and will be trained in diagnostic evaluations, including penile Doppler ultrasound and nocturnal penile tumescence testing. Treatment modalities will cover pharmacotherapy, penile prosthesis implantation, and other surgical interventions. For Peyronie's disease, the curriculum includes the assessment of penile curvature, plaque characterization via ultrasound, and both medical and surgical treatments, including collagenase injections and surgical correction techniques. This comprehensive training ensures fellows are well-equipped to manage complex cases in male infertility and sexual health.

Fellowship Focus
General Sexual Medicine - Male

Specialty Focus
Surgical Male - Sexual medicine, Prosthetics, and Reproductive Medicine

Required outside scientific/educational activities the Fellow must attend
AUA, SMSNA, and ASRM

Optional scientific/educational activities the Fellow may attend
Industry-sponsored cadaver labs/educational courses

Estimated % of time spent by the mentor
In clinic - 50%
In operating room - 20%
Conducting research - 15%
External training/conferences - 5%
Administrative activities - 10%

Estimated % of time spent by the fellow
In clinic - 50%
In operating room - 20%
Conducting research - 15%
External training/conferences - 5%
Administrative activities - 10%

This fellowship is funded by the institution/practice.

Fellowship position open for 2025-2026

Primary Institution
Weill Cornell Medicine
525 East 68th Street, Box 94
New York, NY 10065 USA
(646) 962-5913

Fellowship Directors
James Kashanian, MD
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Marc Goldstein, MD, DSc(hon), FACS
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Fellowship Administrators
Eliana Matos-Vargas
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Jasminda Alvarez
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Fellowship Website
https://weillcornell.org/services/urology/male-infertility-and-sexual-medicine

Additional Faculty
Jonathan Gal, MD
General Urology and Sexual Medicine
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Candidate Citizenship Requirement
US, Canada, International*

*International candidates: Must have full license in the state of NY

Fellowship Duration
1 or 2 years

Type of Fellowship
Clinical Research, Clinical Practice

Fellows receive a salary/stipend and benefits. Full benefit package as provided by WCM.

Current or former fellows for reference
Jonathan Gal, MD
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Jessica Marinaro, MD
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Caroline Kang, MD
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Nahid Punjani, MD
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Housing Options
http://www.nyphrealestate.com/contact.html

 

 

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