Featuring “A Conversation with Chris Christie and David Axelrod”

Join Chris Christie and David Axelrod on November 7, 2026 for a bipartisan deep dive into the legislative and regulatory shifts currently shaping the landscape of independent medical practices. This session will move beyond the headlines to provide a candid analysis of how policy decisions and shifting governance will impact the long-term viability and autonomy of the independent urology community.

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LUGPA’s Annual Meeting is the premier education and networking event for independent urology practice physicians, administrators, advanced practice providers, and managers.

This three-day event offers exceptional opportunities to learn, connect, and celebrate the strength of independent urology. Join us in our dynamic exhibit hall and engage with industry leaders and innovators.  

Sessions and Key Focus Areas:

From cutting-edge clinical advancements to real-world business solutions, our sessions address the most pressing challenges and emerging trends affecting independent urology practices. World-class speakers lead discussions on:

• Health Policy & Advocacy
• Leadership & Communication
• Practice Management

Once again, we will host a full-day Practice Administrators Workshop, led by Kirsten Anderson, MHA, CMPE, CPC, CASC, Chair of the LUGPA Practice Administrators Committee. This interactive program features experienced administrators and experts from across the country. Sessions focus on the business and operational strategies essential to running a profitable, efficient practice. See the full Practice Administrators agenda here. 

Topics include:

• Maximizing ancillary revenue streams
• Urology practice benchmarking metrics
• Overcoming challenges of practice leadership
• Pearls and pitfalls of EMR transitions
• Practical uses of AI integration
• Coding & billing essential updates
• New bladder cancer care models
• Plus, specialized breakouts: recruitment, research, and leadership essentials

SNL veteran producer Lindsay Shookus	Ruchika Talwar, MD, MMHC

Friday and Saturday keynote speakers: Saturday Night Live veteran producer Lindsay Shookus will give her presentation “Late Night Lessons in Leadership” on Friday. She is a 7-time Emmy-winning and 2-time Peabodywinning television producer, speaker, and executive coach.  Dr. Ruchika Talwar, a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and Medical Director in the Episodes of Care Office, will speak on Saturday about megatrends in healthcare and how urologists can influence change.  At VUMC, Dr Talwar leads and operationalizes specialty value-based care programs, including Medicare models and the innovative MyHealth Bundles program.  

Networking Opportunities:

The Annual Meeting offers multiple opportunities for attendees to network over food and cocktails at our evening receptions—including the Reception Connection on Wednesday evening, November 4th. Be sure to keep this in mind when booking your travel. Additional receptions will be held in the exhibit hall on Thursday, November 5th and Friday, November 6th.

Exclusive Concierge Services
LUGPA is pleased to offer attendees exclusive concierge services through Inspired Concierge Group to help make your Annual Meeting experience seamless and enjoyable.