Navigating urology’s new normal and mitigating the effects of a second wave of COVID-19

The initial wave of the COVID-19 crisis forced immediate and seismic changes on urological practice, patient care, and education — collateral damage to the upending of societal and global economic norms. Lockdowns and limitations curtailed access to the physical spaces of the clinic and operating room, and slashed remuneration secondarily. As the curves flattened and healthcare infrastructure was deemed secure, we have begun opening our …