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The COVID-19 pandemic has triggered dramatic changes throughout everyday life — and in the medical community as well. Not only are providers across the country postponing elective procedures, but many are also encouraging people to avoid in-office appointments to reduce their risk of exposure to this highly contagious coronavirus.But what...
In the U.S., prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed non–skin cancer and the second leading cause of cancer death behind lung cancer. One in nine men will be diagnosed with the disease in his lifetime and one in 41 men will die from prostate cancer. In spite of this, the practice...
Kidney stones are classified into two categories: acute and chronic kidney disorders. This health issue necessitates immediate kidney stones services in order to prevent the kidney stones from becoming worse. Studies show that kidney stones result from accumulation of sugar and other minerals in the kidney to the point where...
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), otherwise known as prostate gland enlargement, is a common medical condition which affects more than 37 million men each year in the United States. This condition can develop or worsen as men grow older, making regular trips to the urologist a necessity. But what is an...
Choosing to get a vasectomy is becoming an increasingly common decision among men throughout the United States. In fact, research has found that a vasectomy procedure is almost 100% effective in preventing pregnancy. If you’re one of the many people thinking about investing in a vasectomy procedure, here’s what you can expect...
Anyone who’s passed a kidney stone before can tell you that they would not wish that kind of pain on their worst enemy! Patients’ motivation to prevent future stones is typically highest soon after passing one or after surgery. What can be done to prevent having stones in the first place or...
ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION TREATMENT: GAINSWAVE VS. OTHER TREATMENTS Erectile Dysfunction Treatment: GAINSWAVE VS. OTHER TREATMENTS What do you know about GAINS WAVE? GAINSWave™ is a non-invasive procedure that uses pulse waves to improve blood flow to the penis for the purpose of improving sexual performance. There are others who also provide shock...
Erectile dysfunction occurs when the male organ known as the Penis fails to stand firm enough for penetrative sex. According to research, erectile dysfunction (ED) can be caused by different health conditions, but the most common causes are traced to cardiovascular diseases such as heart attack, heart failure and other...
As a urologist, I treat a lot of men and women who suffer from urinary incontinence. By the time they see me, they have gathered the courage to see a specialist and find out what can be done. Statistics show, however, that many more people suffer in silence. Whether it’s...
What causes ED? As men age the vessels in the penis weaken then contract and fill with micro-plaque just as they do elsewhere in the body. This prohibits men from achieving an erection or decreases the firmness of a man’s erection. Simultaneously, the penis decreases in sensitivity making it harder...