Ramy Youssef Yaacoub

Ramy Youssef Yaacoub is an Associate Professor at the Department of Urology, University of California, Irvine, specializing in Kidney Stones & Kidney Disease. He is board-certified in urology with expertise in minimally invasive treatments, robotic/laparoscopic surgery, and Rezūm therapy.

• Education:
  • M.D., Mansoura School of Medicine (Gold Medalist, 2000)
  • Residency, Urology and Nephrology Center, Mansoura University (2001-2006)
  • Research Fellowship, University of Southern California (2008-2009)
  • Society of Urologic Oncology Fellowship, University of Texas Southwestern (2009-2012)
  • Fellowship in Endourology, Duke University Medical Center (2012-2014)
• Research Focus:
  • Translational research in bladder/kidney cancer leading to prognostic biomarkers
  • Clinical research developing treatment decision tools for global urologists
  • Metabolic stone disease and its geographic/gender variations
  • 3D printing applications in urological practice
  • Robotic surgery and laparoscopic techniques
  • Molecular predictors for neoadjuvant chemotherapy in bladder cancer
• Publications & Recognition:
  • Over 70 peer-reviewed publications in journals like BJU International, Mini Reviews in Medicinal Chemistry, and World Journal of Urology
  • Active scientific reviewer for 13 international journals
  • Recipient of multiple research awards including the 2014 Society of Government Service Urologists clinical research accolade
• Professional Engagement:
  • Mentor to medical students, residents, and fellows
  • Teaching faculty in AUA-sponsored courses
  • Invited expert at Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network think-tanks