Sustainable residency training in urology in context of current changes in the German healthcare system

Promoting sustainable structures and measures in residency is crucial to meet current and future requirements of the German healthcare system. This process does not only involve the integration of social, ecological, and economic aspects into everyday professional life but also into residency training. Specifically, sustainable structures and measures in residency include initiatives such as structured training curricula, simulation-based training, digital training opportunities, flexible working time models, and gender equality. In addition, consideration of environmental aspects as well as expansion of quality management programs are essential. A holistic approach that considers both the efficiency and the needs of physicians and their patients is the key to sustainable urologic residency programs. This way, urology will remain an attractive specialty for future generations.