Executive Board
Christopher C. Roth, MD
President
Peter D. Furness lll, MD, FAAP, FACS
President Elect
Elizabeth B. Yerkes, MD
Past President, 2023
Brian A. VanderBrink, MD
Secretary-Treasurer
Emily Blum, MD
Member-at-Large
Israel Nosnik, MD
Member-at-Large
About
Us
The American Association of Pediatric Urologists
In the early 1980s, small regional groups of pediatric urologists began gathering for weekend meetings to discuss interesting cases, new techniques, and seek advice on challenging cases. The first group formed on the East Coast and was called "EPUS," followed by the Midwest group "MePUS," and then the West Coast group, originally named "WePUS," which later became "PRIAPUS." Around 1986, Mark Zaontz and David Roth had the idea to create a similar organization for younger pediatric urologists across the U.S., with a focus on longer, more social meetings that included families.
The inaugural meeting of the "Society of Young University Pediatric Urologists" was held in 1987 in La Quinta, California. The original attendees included David Roth, Mark Zaontz, Hrair Mesrobian, Ross Decter, Barry Kogan, Bob Bailey, George Steinhardt, Marty Koyle, Rick Hurwitz, Sol Greenfield, and Mike Packer. The initial membership criteria required attendees to have completed their fellowship after 1980. Several years later, the organization evolved and was renamed the American Association of Pediatric Urologists (AAPU).
The AAPU advances pediatric urology through education, research, and collaboration, led by a dedicated team of executive members.
Meet the AAPU
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Advisors to the Board
Christopher A. Long, MD
CME Chair
Emily Blum, MD
Industry Liaison
Andrew J. Kirsch, MD, FAAP, FACS
Financial Advisor
Walid Farhat, MD
Research/Education Chair
Richard S. Hurwitz, MD
Historical Committee
Martin J. Koyle, MD
Historical Committee
Joseph Ortenberg, MD
Historical Committee
Hal Scherz, MD, FAAP, FACS
Historical Committee
Past Presidents
Explore the legacy of AAPU's leadership through our list of past presidents, each of whom has played a pivotal role in shaping the direction and growth of pediatric urology. Their dedication and vision continue to inspire our community today.
2023: Elizabeth Boettcher Yerkes, MD
2022: Andrew Jared Kirsch, MD, FAAP, FACS
2021: Dominic Frimberger, MD
2020: Paul Austin, MD
2019: Israel Franco, MD
2018: Gregory Dean, MD
2017: David Ewalt, MD
2016: Bob Defoor, MD
2015: Joe Ortenberg, MD
2014: Bradley Kropp, MD
2013: George Steinhardt, MD
2012: David Diamond, MD
2011: Eugene Minevich, MD
2010: Larry S. Baskin, MD2009: Ross M. Decter, MD
2008: Irene M. McAleer, MD
2007: Martin A. Koyle, MD
2006: David Mooreheard, MD
2005: Jacker Elder, MD
2004: Richard Hurwitz, MD
2003: Mark Adams, MD
2002: Hal Scherz, MD
2001: Saul Greenfield, MD
2000: Howard Landa, MD
1999: Mike Packer, MD
1998: Steve Skoog, MD
1997: Anthony Casale, MD
1996: Mark Zaontz, MD
1995: Rick Rink, MD
1994: Gil Rushton, MD
1993: Brent Snow, MD
1992: Brent Snow, MD
1991: Brent Snow, MD
1990: David Roth, MD
Serving on the AAPU Advisory Committee allows members to shape the organization's future, enhance member engagement, and contribute to the growth and impact of pediatric urology. It's a chance to play a key role in advancing our mission and fostering a strong professional community.
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