Family Planning
The decision to have children is complex. For many women, family planning isn’t just about deciding whether to have kids, but also determining when. A family planning doctor can be your greatest partner in planning your family – regardless of where you are in your timeline. Family planning services are available to men, women and […]
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Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a condition that affects millions of men around the world and as many as 30 million men in America. Also known as impotence, this condition impairs a man’s ability to achieve a suitable erection for intercourse. In the majority of men with ED, the condition is a physical problem caused by […]
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Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are crystallized accumulations of minerals and acid salts within the kidneys. They are usually small – about the size of a very small pebble. However, stones as large as golf balls have been reported in some patients. Most kidney stones are painful, and some require urology treatment. A urologist can help patients manage, […]
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Bladder Cancer
Bladder CancerBladder cancer is a urological disease that usually affects the cells lining the inside of the bladder. Because its symptoms are easy to identify, the disease is usually diagnosed in its earliest stages. Fortunately, bladder cancer is highly treatable; with five-year survival rates estimated at 98 percent for a stage 0 diagnosis and 88 […]
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Female Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence is the inability to control the bladder, either chronically or during certain activities. It most frequently affects women, who represent approximately 75 percent of all urinary incontinence sufferers. Although female urinary incontinence is not dangerous to one’s health, it can be an embarrassing problem that affects the quality of life. It is important […]
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Urinary Tract Infections
A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an infection of any part of the urinary tract, such as the urethra, bladder, ureters, or kidneys. UTIs usually begin in the lower regions of the urinary tract, which are susceptible to bacterial contamination. It is important to seek treatment for a UTI, as untreated UTIs can spread, […]
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Kidney Cancer
Kidney cancer is cancer with a primary origin in the kidneys. The kidneys, which are responsible for filtering waste from the body, are located on either side of the spine. There are several types of cancers that can affect one or both kidneys, including renal cell carcinoma – the most common form of kidney cancer […]
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Kidney Disorders
The kidneys are two of the body’s most vital organs. They are responsible for filtering waste from the blood and producing hormones that keep the body in balance. When a kidney disorder develops, it can put these two vital organs at risk of damage. Sudden loss of kidney function is known as acute renal failure […]
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da Vinci ® Partial Nephrectomy
A partial nephrectomy is a surgical procedure used to remove the diseased part of a kidney. Though not all patients qualify for a partial nephrectomy instead of a radical nephrectomy, those who do are less likely to develop chronic kidney disease or require dialysis. Traditional partial nephrectomy procedures require long incisions in the side or […]
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da Vinci ® Radical Nephrectomy
A radical nephrectomy is the surgical removal of an entire kidney for the treatment of kidney disease, cancer, or severe damage. Traditionally, nephrectomy procedures were performed with large incisions that required long hospital stays and complicated the risk of infection. Now, the da Vinci ® robotic system is making it possible for surgeons to complete […]
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Prostate Screening
Prostate cancer is a cancer specific to men. Several screenings are available to identify the presence of cancer within the prostate gland – even at its earliest stages. Fortunately, prostate cancer is a highly manageable disease among most men, with some doctors recommending very conservative treatment plans to men who test positive for the disease. […]
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Benign Prostatic Disorder
The prostate gland is a small, walnut-shaped gland that plays an important role in sex and urination. With age, the gland may begin to grow, resulting in a condition known as benign prostate hyperplasia. This disorder may begin as early as a man’s 30’s or 40’s, although symptoms usually do not appear until many years […]
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da Vinci ® Cystectomy
The da Vinci ® system can be used to perform a radical or partial cystectomy for the treatment of bladder cancer. Surgeons use the da Vinci ® system to assist in carrying out bladder removal. Though the surgeon remains in control of the robot, the entire operation is performed using minimally invasive techniques that leave […]
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da Vinci ® Radical Prostatectomy
A radical prostatectomy is a surgical procedure used to remove the prostate from men with localized cancer confined to the prostate gland. During the procedure, both the prostate gland and the seminal vesicles are removed. A traditional radical prostatectomy would require long incisions across the abdomen, which usually leaves patients in a lot of pain […]
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da Vinci ® Robotic Prostatectomy
Da Vinci® robotic prostatectomy is a robot-assisted surgical procedure used to safely remove a cancerous prostate. This state of the art technology makes it possible to perform prostate surgery in a minimally invasive way that leaves much less scarring and affords a much shorter recovery period. The da Vinci ® system is so effective; the […]
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Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is cancer with a primary origin in the male prostate gland. Cancers in this gland usually grown very slowly, having little effect on a man’s quality of life. Little is known about the cause of the disease, although certain risk factors like age, ethnicity, diet, and family history elevate one’s chances of developing […]
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Urological Cancers
Urological cancers are cancers found to affect the adrenal glands, penis, testes, urethra, kidney, bladder, and prostate. Cancers can develop at any age and in any organ of the urinary system, though some areas, such as the bladder and prostate, are more likely to develop cancer than others. As with most types of cancer, early […]
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