What is Urology?
Urology is a part of health care that deals with diseases of the male and female urinary tract. A urologist is a specialist surgeon who treats anyone with a problem with their kidneys, bladder, prostate or male reproductive organs. …more
The Ever-changing Relationship with my Angry Bladder
I began having urinary tract infections (UTIs). I was put on antibiotics; the infection would go away and then I would quickly have another one. After going to the doctor multiple times, I was getting frustrated because I was still in constant pain. I had an urgent need to go to the bathroom all day long and all night long because of the pain. I was exhausted and needed answers.…more
Quit Smoking for Better Urologic Health
Cigarette smoking harms nearly every organ of the body and causes many diseases. Smoking can also cause many types of urologic cancers and can greatly impact your urologic health. Let’s take a look at how smoking can lead to these urologic conditions and diseases.…more
Did You Know: Technology Advances in Urology: A Major Win for Patients
Due to advances in technology, urologic surgery today is quicker and safer compared to 10 or 20 years ago. Now, many urologic procedures are minimally invasive. …more
Insights: Basic Procedures Done in a Urology Office
There are many urologic procedures that can be done right in the urologist’s office. There are many benefits because they don’t require a hospital stay, the anesthesia doesn’t last as long, and the procedure is usually less invasive, which may be safer. …more
Urology Mythbusters: Spring 2024
Learn about who and what urologists treat and the difference between a urologist and nephrologist.…more
Ask the Experts: Spring 2024
Our experts answer questions about what to expect at your first urology visit, referrals to a urologist and urologists and surgery. …more