Jonathan Katz

Endourologist, data scientist, and co-PI of the Guided Lithotripsy with Directed Endoscopic Robot (GLiDER) lab at the University of Miami.

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

@roger_sur The original post has the webapp! please cite if ever using :) https://t.co/YI0Qbk4BCF

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

Not sure why the on the website doesn't preview but this is how it works:

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

Struggling to keep IRP low during FANS without sucking the mucosa onto the sheath?
I built a physics calculator accounting for sheath/scope size and inflow pressure to suggest suction settings: https://t.co/VDbZ4MXUWs
Thanks @doctorT_urology for the physics check! @Endo_Society

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

Struggling to keep IRP low during FANS without sucking the mucosa onto the sheath?
I built a physics calculator accounting for sheath/scope size and inflow pressure to suggest suction settings: https://t.co/VDbZ4MXUWs
Thanks @doctorT_urology for the physics check! @Endo_Society

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

Had a great time on @themanuppod talking about everything kidney stones from dietary recs to automation in surgery, kidney stones remain fascinating!

[themanuppod @themanuppod]

Protein maxing may be causing your kidney stones.

This episode features Dr. Jonathan Katz, an endo urologist from the University of Miami, discussing the causes, prevention, and management of kidney stones. Topics include the prevalence of stones, dietary and lifestyle factors, genetic influences, and recent advances in treatment and AI technology.

#kidneystones

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

Great article by my friend and colleague Archan on transitioning from training to BEING an early career surgeon.

[Archan Khandekar @KhandekarArchan]

https://t.co/srKP8WirBc

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

@Dr_PewPew_65 @rbarbosa91 @SkyNews I think skepticism is reasonable and that's why this is an area of research rather than common practice, but take radical prostatectomy. It's a very common procedure, but most would agree high surgeon volume makes a difference. I could imagine how it could be practical...

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

@rbarbosa91 @SkyNews I disagree. I think this scales in an interesting way. One in person specialist can now be responsible for a few rooms at once so that in the rare event there is an emergency a specialist is available. Most people in the world don't have access currently to top surgeons...

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

@roger_sur thank you for the opportunity and mentorship!! Let's keep up the momentum in computer vision and endourology! Given the challenges, not sure robots will be outperforming surgeons in next 3 years @Tesla @elonmusk

[Roger Sur @roger_sur]

💡Check out our new paper with a novel pipeline for fragmentation detection during surgery, using point tracking💡 @jonathankatz77 @dsui_miami_uro @UCSD_Urology Prof Yip https://t.co/c9dIEyjGXm @SpringerNature Lasers in Medical Science

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

Had the distinct pleasure of being the first in US to use 3D vision during ureteroscopy with laser lithotripsy with AED. Dusting stones with depth perception was very satisfying, though console and goggles are required! @dsui_miami_uro @Endo_Society #EndoPro3D

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

I’m presenting on computer vision in endourology at the 2026 Urology on the Beach conference in Miami Beach! Join me this MLK weekend for discussions on the latest in urology.  Use complimentary registration Katz when you register→ https://t.co/Mstp56ABMX

#UOTB2026

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

Thank you @Urolchi. It was an honor to present our labs work on computer vision and automation in URS; and of course thank you @dipenjparekh, @gonzomdphd and @dsui_miami_uro for supporting this research!

[Sociedad Chilena de Urología @Urolchi]

Dr. Jonathan Katz🇺🇸 indicó que algoritmos de datos con visión computacional son claves para predecir distintos escenarios clínicos como cálculos susceptibles de terapia médica expulsiva u opciones de mejorar diagnóstico de cáncer vesical en cistoscopia.
#CongresoCentenarioSCHU

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

Great simulation of managing an iatrogenic renal artery injury. Anyone training and doing kidney surgery should have an opportunity to train with this @IntuitiveSurg, @Uroweb, @AmCollSurgeons. Awesome work. @MichaelAhdootMD.

[Roger Sur @roger_sur]

Amazing simulation done by @KSternAZ #WCET25 @Endo_Society sorry @JonathanKatz77 u did great 😂

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

Not exactly consistent with inflation 🤔

[Justin Dubin, MD @justindubinmd]

TO ALL UROLOGISTS (sorry for long tweet but please give it a read)

The @CMSGov has once again changed some of the RVU values for surgeries and now while I do not perform as many BPH surgeries as I have in the past, I as well as the MAJORITY of practicing urologists, especially generalists are dedicated to the daily care of patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). For decades, Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP) has been the gold standard of surgical management for BPH, and it remains the benchmark in the rapidly evolving treatment landscape. The typical operative time for TURP has not changed and the procedure demands continuous mental focus, physical effort, and advanced technical skill.

The 2026 proposed rule recommends reducing the value of TURP (CPT 52601) to 10.00 wRVU—down from 13.16 in 2025. This constitutes a cut of nearly 25% in reimbursement and represents a serious miscalculation. The intensity and complexity of performing TURP have not diminished. The work required remains unchanged and should be recognized accordingly.

I have seen on several urology forums and chat groups how upset most urologists rightfully are about this, but little has been offered for fixing it. Here is an idea - not by me, but by my friend and excellent Urologist Dr. Michael Tradewell (@doctorT_urology) . His idea which I endorse, is below:

I urge CMS to maintain the 2025 TURP value of 13.16 wRVU and to re-scale the remaining 2026 Section II, E, 4(11) Transurethral Robotic-Assisted Resection of Prostate (CPT Codes 52500, 52601, 52630, 52648, 52649, and 52XX1) wRVU valuations using the proposed 2026 values relative to TURP.

For example, for aquablation (code 52xx1):
10.25 x 13.16 / 10.00 = 13.49

And for HoLEP (code 52649):
13.00 x 13.16 / 10.00  = 17.108

Adopting these values will provide fair and equitable compensation for the broad range of BPH treatments that urologists deliver now and in the years ahead.

Thank you for your consideration.
The proposed cuts to TURP are terrible…
I submitted a comment to the CMS 2026 Proposed Rule. It was easy.

You can do it too.

Go to this link and leave a comment. You can leave your own comment but if you agree with his recommended changes feel free to copy/paste that and/or share.

https://t.co/UOvXs85JTX

The 2026 CMS proposal was released around 14 days ago and today there are only 300 comments… Urologists have numbers, if we all submit to CMS we can hopefully move the needle in the right direction.

Instead of complaining to each other, we have the opportunity to work together and try to help our community by using our voices.

#SaveTURP

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

It was an honor to be interviewed at eMerge Americas and share some of the exciting innovations happening in urology @dsui_miami_uro . Hoping I did a good job conveying the work we're doing in automation and simulation! @eMergeAmericas #UrologyInnovation #HealthTech

[UMiami Health System @UMiamiHealth]

We’re excited to be kicking off day 2️⃣ of eMerge Americas with Dr. Jonathan Katz from our Desai Sethi Urology Institute at the Health Tech Innovation Hub! 🩺

Dr. Katz is diving deep into the latest innovations transforming urology—from cutting-edge surgical technologies to groundbreaking research—highlighting how these advancements are shaping the future of patient care. 🙌

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

I think this could also be applied for kidney stones leveraging litholink and urinary alkalization at the very least. @wearehims

[Kevin Chu, MD @kevinchumd]

Direct to consumer (DTC) platforms in men’s health have increased over the past few years. There are many benefits to the patients, but a lot of nuances in care may be lost in the current DTC landscape. @justindubinmd with the fantastic talk.

Maybe it’s time for some new, innovative platforms 😀. #staytuned

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

@sheetztmd Yes if you do median lobe only and stay proximal to the veru! https://t.co/sDlazqIPYq

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

"Like a seesaw, on 1 side, there is complete enucleation—minimizing the need for retreatment or medications, and on the other side, there is preservation of ejaculation. The more one is prioritized, the less one can achieve of the other." https://t.co/FWe8kvN1ed

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

👆Some thoughts on Bladder Outlet Reduction Procedures

[Roger Sur @roger_sur]

Our First step in AI of URS. @UCSD_Urology @JonathanKatz77 #UCSDarcLab #ProfYip #ShanLin found Semantic segmentation finds every pixel belong to stone. Found DeepLabV3 works best.

[Jonathan Katz @JonathanKatz77]

Great technique. Proud to bring this to @dsui_miami_uro!

[Roger Sur @roger_sur]

#RadsFreePCNL How to do PCNL with NO radiation/fluoroscopy. Enjoy wearing no lead! @UCSD_Urology @Endo_Society @AmerUrological