About us
At the Advanced Urinary Catheterisation Academy (AUCA), we are dedicated to setting global standards in urinary catheterisation training. By addressing systemic gaps in education, we aim to reduce preventable injuries, improve patient outcomes, and empower healthcare professionals with the skills needed to deliver safer care.
Transforming Patient Safety Through Excellence in Catheterisation Training
Our Vision
At AUCA, we address the systemic neglect of catheterisation training by providing high-quality, CPD-accredited courses. These programs empower healthcare professionals with the knowledge and confidence to improve patient outcomes. Through innovation, partnerships, and advocacy, we are driving global change to make catheterisation safety a top healthcare priority.
Our Academic Board
Our work is guided by esteemed international experts in urology, including:
- Dr. Daniela Andrich, MD MSc FRCS (Urol) – Consultant Urological Surgeon, Honorary Associate Professor, UCL, UK
- Dr. Nichola Jeffery – Consultant Urologist, Royal Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia
- Professor Lujie Song – Reconstructive Urologist, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China
- Dr. Akio Horiguchi – Associate Professor, National Defense Medical College, Japan
- Professor Maurica Garcia – Chief of Benign Urology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, USA
- Professor Margit Fisch – Director of Urology, University Medical Center Hamburg-Eppendorf, Germany
- Dr. Reynaldo Gomez Illanes – Professor of Urology, Hospital del Trabajador, Santiago, Chile
Our Impact
AUCA offers CPD-accredited e-learning courses, practical training, and a proven demand for our programs worldwide. Key initiatives include:
** International Partnerships:** Collaborating with global organisations like the International Urology Society and regional medical associations to integrate AUCA training, particularly in low-resource settings.
** E-Learning Licensing**: Finalising licensing agreements with hospitals and trusts to expand access while generating steady revenue.
** Train-the-Trainer Programmes:** Certifying trainers globally to build a network of professionals delivering AUCA-standard training.
** Expanded Course Offerings:** Developing additional urology skills courses and blended learning models to cater to a wider audience.
Our Long-Term Vision
AUCA aspires to be the global authority in urinary catheterisation training, influencing healthcare policies, standardising skills, and creating a sustainable, high-impact organisation. By working with international partners, we aim to ensure no patient suffers from preventable catheterisation trauma.
"AUCA is more than a training academy—it's a movement to ensure no patient suffers from preventable catheterisation trauma."
Partner with Us
Partner with AUCA to bring world-class training to your organisation and help set the benchmark for catheterisation safety worldwide. For more information, contact us at info@auca.online.
Dr Daniela Andrich, Founder and Director