Keeping You Informed
Stay informed on key urology topics, from common conditions to advanced treatments. Our goal is to help you understand your health and make confident decisions about your care.
What to Know about a Dropped Bladder
A dropped bladder or pelvic floor prolapse affects 30-40% of women and occurs when structures supporting the vagina weaken, causing tissue sagging and symptoms like pelvic pressure, painful intercourse, and urinary issues. Treatment ranges from Kegel exercises and lifestyle changes to pessary…
Rising Temperatures Raise Incidents of UTIs – Here’s Why
Summer heat and humidity create the perfect conditions for UTIs, especially in women. Dehydration, wet swimsuits, and increased sexual activity boost bacteria growth in the urinary tract during warm months. Stay hydrated, change out of wet clothes, and know the warning signs like painful urination…
Is Your Prostate Enlarged? 8 Facts and 1 Big Myth You Should Know
Enlarged prostate affects half of men by age 60 and 90 percent by age 80. Learn eight essential facts about benign prostatic hyperplasia, including symptoms, detection methods, and treatment options ranging from medication to laser procedures and the UroLift implant system.
May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month
Bladder cancer is the fourth most common cancer in men, with a 77% five-year survival rate when detected early. Know the warning signs including blood in urine, pain during urination, and increased frequency to catch it before it progresses.
Robotics surgery – benefits of today’s tools
Robotic surgery has evolved significantly over two decades, now offering faster recovery, fewer complications, and shorter hospital stays for urological procedures like prostate removal and kidney surgery. Today's advanced technology qualifies more patients and delivers greater precision than ever…
Testicular Cancer: A Young Man’s Guide to Early Detection
Young men can catch testicular cancer early with monthly self-exams that take just five minutes. Learn the warning signs, risk factors, and why this highly treatable disease demands your attention before age 40.
Vasectomies and basketball—what’s the connection?
Men often schedule vasectomies during March Madness for a convenient recovery excuse. This simple 30-minute outpatient procedure offers effective permanent birth control with minimal discomfort and no impact on sexual function, though it should be considered a permanent decision requiring…
National Kidney Month and Cancer: How to Protect a Hard-Fighting Organ
Kidney cancer affects over 63,000 Americans yearly, but early detection and prevention can dramatically improve survival rates. Learn the risk factors, warning signs like blood in urine and back pain, and treatment options from surgery to immunotherapy to protect this vital organ.
Eat, Play, Move: 3 Small Ways to Maintain a Healthy Weight
Discover three simple lifestyle habits that drive sustainable weight loss and better health: mindful eating, increased movement, and conscious snacking. These small daily choices add up to lasting results without restrictive diets or intense gym routines.
