The British Association of Paediatric Urologists (BAPU)

Since the foundation in 1992 of the British Association of Paediatric Urologists they have provided a forum for surgeons involved in the care of children with urological condition to meet, discuss standards and coordinate guidance.

They offer an annual course aimed at updating surgeons in the current practice of paediatric urology. This is a useful part in the preparation for the FRCS in Urology or Paediatric Surgery.

They have strong links with our sister association the British Association of Paediatric Urology Nurses (BAPUN) and other surgical and medical groups involved in the care of these complex children locally, nationally and internationally.

History
The British Association of Paediatric Urologists was founded in 1992 at the instigation of myself (Robert Whitaker) and Philip Ransley. BAPU had been running a paediatric urology course together since 1984 with the help of a team of colleagues which included David Thomas, David Gough, Tony Rickwood and David Frank. Later they were joined by Pat Malone, Alan Dickson, Patrick Duffy, Nick Madden, Su- Anna Boddy, and others. The team of speakers enlarged in due course and guest overseas speakers included John Gearhart, Lowell King, Edmond Gonzalez and Howard Snyder.