Urology Care Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Our guest is Dr. Kristen Scarpato, a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She talks with us about combination therapy for metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer, or mHSPC, which is also known as metastatic castration-sensitive prostate cancer, mCSPC. The goal of this podcast is to help educate patients and caregivers about combination therapy as a treatment option for prostate cancer so they can be more informed in making decisions with their health care team.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.Support provided by Astellas.****July 23, 2026
Our guest is Jill Osborne, Founder of the IC Network. She talks with us about Male Chronic Pelvic Pain. As someone who suffers from Interstitial Cystitis (IC), Jill breaks down the barriers that men face when it comes to pelvic pain and shares stories of men she’s helped through her work. Throughout the conversation, she provides insight into the AUA Clinical Guidelines on male chronic pelvic pain and why they are important for men looking to get their quality of life back after chronic pelvic pain.The Urology Care Foundation ensures patient education aligns with the American Urological Association (AUA) Clinical Guidelines. This aligns with the Diagnosis and Management of Male Chronic Pelvic Pain (Chronic Prostatitis/Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome and Chronic Scrotal Content Pain): AUA Guideline (2025): https://www.auanet.org/guidelines-and-quality/guidelines/male-chronic-pelvic-pain For more podcasts, follow The Urology Care Podcast on Spotify, SoundCloud, and/or iTunes.Don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.****June 4, 2026
Our guest is Dr. Larry Lipshultz, Professor of Urology at Baylor College of Medicine, and Chief of the Division of Male Reproductive Medicine and Surgery. He is here with us to talk about vasectomy reversal and why it is important for men to learn about this procedure as an option when thinking about fertility with their partner.We then talk with Jason and Sofia, who share their experience with a vasectomy reversal, which led them to having their son Rhoads. They give insight on why it was the right choice for them and why others may feel comfort in learning about this as a fertility option.Sponsored by Larry Lipshultz, MD***April 23, 2026
Welcome to the Pelvic Floor Power podcast series! Listen as we talk with women and health care experts to discover the power of your pelvic floor, reduce leaks and restore confidence.Women can easily feel embarrassed to talk about urine leaks with other people, even close friends or family. But chances are, you probably have someone in your inner circle who has experienced urine leaks in their life. Urine leaks affect a lot of women, but many still find it hard to talk about. We’re here to tell you that you are not alone and there are ways to find support and get the help you need.Dr. Una Lee and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Stephanie Prendergast, talk with a woman who wants you to know you don’t have to just accept leaking as part of your life. In this episode, you’ll hear from Sandra as she shares her story about how urine leaks affected her life, her experience with pelvic floor muscle training and her advice for other women. Keep listening, because we’re ready to leak the truth about pelvic floor muscle training so you can start discovering the power of your pelvic floor. Click the link to access the full podcast series and download free resources: nafc.org/pelvic-floor-podcast-series/ ****April 9, 2026This podcast series is brought to you by The National Association for Continence, The Urology Care Foundation and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.This podcast series was partially funded through a Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Award (EASI-38989).
Welcome to the Pelvic Floor Power podcast series! Listen as we talk with women and health care experts to discover the power of your pelvic floor, reduce leaks and restore confidence.So you’ve done your Kegels and you’ve finally worked on getting your pelvic floor strong again. But for some reason, you’re still leaking urine when you workout and now you feel stuck. You may be wondering if you’re destined to leak during your workouts, or maybe you’re just not able to workout like you used to. The good news is that there is hope and this episode is a great place to start. Dr. Una Lee and Pelvic Health Physical Therapist, Julie Wiebe, talk about how to apply your pelvic floor strength to your workout. Whether you’re an elite athlete or simply want to get back to your everyday workout routine without leaking, this episode is for you. Keep listening to learn about the ways you can work to support your pelvic floor and return to movement you love, no matter your fitness goals. Click the link to access the full podcast series and download free resources: https://nafc.org/pelvic-floor-podcast-series/ ****March 26, 2026This podcast series is brought to you by The National Association for Continence, The Urology Care Foundation and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.This podcast series was partially funded through a Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Award (EASI-38989).
Welcome to the Pelvic Floor Power podcast series! Listen as we talk with women and health care experts to discover the power of your pelvic floor, reduce leaks and restore confidence.We’ve all been there. You know going to the gym will make you feel better, feel stronger and improve your overall health. But what about when you have no motivation to go? If you skip the gym, does that mean you’ve failed? Definitely not. But you know keeping a regular workout schedule will only make it easier. Therapy for your mental health is the same way. You may not want to go but you know after your session you will feel that sense of relief that you got through it, and you’re stronger for it.Pelvic floor muscle training is no different. It may be hard to take that first step, but once you get started, if you stick with it, you’ll thank yourself later. You may think you don’t have time to add another appointment to your calendar, but does anyone have time for urine leaks either? Let’s talk about it.In this episode, Dr. Una Lee and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Dr. Sara Reardon, talk about who benefits from pelvic floor muscle training, why starting early is important and how to overcome obstacles for keeping up with a schedule. So why does your pelvic floor need time on your calendar too? Keep listening to find out.Click the link to access the full podcast series and download free resources: https://nafc.org/pelvic-floor-podcast-series/ ****March 12, 2026This podcast series is brought to you by The National Association for Continence, The Urology Care Foundation and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.This podcast series was partially funded through a Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Award (EASI-38989).
Welcome to the Pelvic Floor Power podcast series! Listen as we talk with women and health care experts to discover the power of your pelvic floor, reduce leaks and restore confidence.Have you ever heard the phrase, “Just do your Kegel exercises and you’ll be fine”? Many women hear about these “Kegel exercises,” but what do they actually involve? Are simple at home exercises enough to fix urine leaks or is there something more women should be seeking out?In this episode, Dr. Una Lee and Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist, Stephanie Prendergast, talk about how supervised pelvic floor muscle training goes beyond at-home exercises and can benefit women in their journey to fix urine leaks.Urine leaks can happen for many reasons. Maybe you’ve just had a baby, maybe you’re entering menopause, or maybe you’ve had pelvic trauma at some point in your life. No matter the cause there are ways for women to get help for these symptoms and regain the power of their pelvic floor.Click the link to access the full podcast series and download free resources: https://nafc.org/pelvic-floor-podcast-series/ ****February 26, 2026This podcast series is brought to you by The National Association for Continence, The Urology Care Foundation and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.This podcast series was partially funded through a Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Award (EASI-38989).
Welcome to the Pelvic Floor Power podcast series! Listen as we talk with women and health care experts to discover the power of your pelvic floor, reduce leaks and restore confidence.Urine leaks seem to be a common experience for many adult women. If you’ve had a baby, are in perimenopause or have struggled with bladder issues at some time in your life, you may have experienced urine leaks. Are you wondering if you’ll ever be able to sneeze without peeing, or do any type of exercise without peeing? Then this podcast is for you.So why do some women pee during these activities and how can you start a conversation with your doctor about it? Dr. Una Lee and Dr. Fenwa Milhouse share their expert knowledge and advice on urine leaks and how pelvic floor therapy may help.Click the link to access the full podcast series and download free resources: https://nafc.org/pelvic-floor-podcast-series/ ****February 12, 2026This podcast series is brought to you by The National Association for Continence, The Urology Care Foundation and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.This podcast series was partially funded through a Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) Eugene Washington PCORI Engagement Award (EASI-38989).
Our guests are Dr. Kristen Scarpato, a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and Dr. Trushar Patel, a urologic oncologist here at the University of South Florida. They talk about non-muscle invasive bladder cancer treatment mythbusters. The goal of this podcast is to help educate patients and caregivers about non-muscle invasive bladder cancer so they can be more informed and speak up about which option they feel is right for them. This podcast will help patients better talk with their healthcare team so they can make informed decisions about their non-muscle invasive bladder cancer treatment.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.Patient resources provided by the generous support of Johnson & Johnson.****October 2, 2025
Our guest is Dr. Sijo Parekattil, a urologist near Orlando, Florida. He talks with us about Male Chronic Pelvic Pain. Learn what you should know about symptoms, treatment and improving your quality of life.For more podcasts, follow The Urology Care Podcast on Spotify, SoundCloud, and/or iTunes.Don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.****September 16, 2025
Our guest is Dr. Irene Crescenze, an Associate Professor of Urology at Ohio State Univeristy. She talks with us about Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause, or GSM. Learn what you should know about symptoms, treatment and improving your quality of life. For more podcasts, follow The Urology Care Podcast on Spotify, SoundCloud, and/or iTunes. Don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.****May 30, 2025
We have two guests with us to debunk some urology mythbusters. Dr. Brennan Lee is a urology resident at the University of Oklahoma and Dr. Irene Crescenze is a urologist at Ohio State University. Want to know the truth behind these urologic mythbusters? Listen along and put your knowledge to the test!Topics covered:-Incontinence and aging-Vasectomies-Pain and kidney stones-Prostate cancer and trouble peeing-UTis and cranberry supplementsFor more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.****February 6, 2025
Our guest is Dr. Kyle Richards, a urologic oncologist and Associate Professor in the Department of Urology at the University of Wisconsin. He talks with us about the basics around non-muscle invasive bladder cancer. Learn about common symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options to start talking with your health care team.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.Support provided by independent educational grants from:ImmunityBio, Inc.Merck & Co., Inc.UroGen Pharma, Inc.****December 6, 2024
Our guest is Dr. Trushar Patel, a urologic oncologist and Residency Program Director at the University of South Florida. He talks with us about the basics around muscle-invasive bladder cancer. Learn about common symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options to start talking with your health care team.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.Support provided by an independent educational grant from Astellas and Pfizer, Inc.****November 7, 2024
Our guest is Henry Butler, a prostate cancer survivor from the United Kingdom and owner of The Butlers Wine Cellar. He talks with us about his prostate cancer journey and shares details about men's health so other patients can feel comfortable chatting about it in their own lives.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.****October 31, 2024
Our guests are Dr. Kristen Scarpato, a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and Dr. Heather Honoré Goltz, a professor of social work at the University of Houston Downtown and a bladder cancer caregiver. The goal of this podcast is to give support and guidance to urologic cancer patients, their loved ones and their friends. Dr. Scarpato and Dr. Goltz talk about the psychosocial and emotional impact of a urologic cancer and review tips to help with the well-being and care of both patients and caregivers.Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section:01:18 - Introduction04:39 - Stages of urologic cancer journey13:01 - Cancer treatment and the impact of family, work and way of life19:28 - Coping methods and self-care tips for patients and caregivers26:46 - Impacts of money on emotional and mental health31:41 - Things that are not talked about during healthcare visit34:17 - Final thoughtsFunding and support provided by Astellas and Pfizer Oncology.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.****September 25, 2024
Our guest is Dr. Daniel Lin, a urologist, professor and Chief of Urologic Oncology at the University of Washington and professor of the Division of Public Health Sciences at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn how prostate imaging is used to detect prostate cancer. Dr. Lin talks about prostate imaging as it relates to the American Urological Association, or AUA, clinical guidelines. Our hope is that this podcast will help patients to better talk with their doctors so they can make informed decisions about their prostate health and care.This podcast was sponsored in part by Blue Earth Diagnostics.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.****September 12, 2024
Our guest is an incredible woman and bladder cancer survivor, Margo. In this episode, Margo details her battle with cancer, the loneliness she felt during treatment and how gratitude pulled her out of the dark. Keep listening to hear Margo share her inspiring story.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.****July 25, 2024
Our guest is Reuben Samuels, the President of Breathe Easy International and a cystic fibrosis survivor. He talks about living with cystic fibrosis and his journey fighting for his own health along the way. Reuben shares some great insight into men's health and advocates for men getting the help they need to stay healthy.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.****June 27, 2024
Our guest is Dr. Kevin McVary, Director of the Center for Male Health and Professor in the Department of Urology at the Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University Medical Center. He helps to answer the question, "What is Urology?" and gives insight into what it takes to become a urologist.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.****April 25, 2024
Our guest is Dr. Nitin Yerram, director of urologic research and director of urologic oncology at Hackensack University Medical Center, in the department of urology. He talks with us about what you should know about clinical trials so patients and caregivers can be more informed. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section:0:41 - Introduction1:00 - What is a clinical trial?2:13 - Phase of a clinical trial5:20 - Could clinical trials offer better care than standard treatments?6:48 - Who should take part in a clinical trial?8:12 - Benefits of taking part in a clinical trial9:54 - Positive feedback about clinical trials12:14 - Questions for patients and caregivers to ask their doctor13:23 - Privacy and rights of the patient during a clinical trial16:10 - Fees to know about with clinical trials17:25 - Where to find resources about clinical trials19:21 - Final thoughtsSupported by an independent educational grant from Merck.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.****March 28, 2024
We have two guests with us who specialize in urologic oncology to talk urology mythbusters. Dr Kyle Richards is a urologist at the University of Wisconsin and Dr. Ruchika Talwar is a urologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Want to know the truth behind these urologic mythbusters? Listen along and put your knowledge to the test!Topics covered:-Holding your urine and bladder problems-Vasectomies-Kegel exercises-Penile fractures-UTIsFor more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****February 22, 2024
The goal of this podcast is to talk about changes in sexual and vaginal health that women may have during menopause, as well as ways to help. We discuss how sexual and vaginal health may impact quality of life, and how seeking help for these changes may go beyond just having sex. We have Dr. Suzette Sutherland back with us to discuss this topic.Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living…gyhealth-extra.****December 20, 2023
This is the second podcast of a three-part series, and the goal of this podcast is to talk about what women may go through during menopause and how hormones like estrogen and other hormone-free aids can help.In this podcast, we talk about quality of life and why it may be of great value to know that the changes in symptoms women experience can be managed and do not just have to be a part of aging. We have with us, again, Dr. Suzette Sutherland to discuss this topic with us.Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living…gyhealth-extra.****December 18, 2023
This is the first podcast of a three-part series, and the goal of this podcast is to help people learn about perimenopause and menopause, and talk about ways to help with these changes.In this podcast, we talk about midlife and menopausal symptoms such as vasomotor or hot flashes, changes in women's menstrual cycles, mood and sleep changes, bladder leaks and sexual health and vaginal changes. We have Dr. Suzette Sutherland with us to discuss this topic.Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****December 14, 2023
In this episode, we have two of the Urology Care Foundation’s Humanitarian Grant Program Recipients with us to talk about their passion for helping bring care to others. The work these doctors do across the world helps the lives of patients and their families. Listen along as Rajiv K. Singal, MD, FRCSC and Dana Weiss, MD share their stories.For more information about Humanitarians in Urology, check out our website here: https://www.urologyhealth.org/humanitarianism/humanitarians-in-urology.For more information about urology, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****November 9, 2023
Our guest is Tupper Stevens, manager of Museum and Archives for the William P. Didusch Center for Urologic History. She talks with us about genitourinary trauma and how war impacts fertility for men over the years. For more information, please subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra.****October 12, 2023
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we sat down with two guests on the topic of sexual function after prostate cancer treatment.Dr. Stacy Loeb is a professor of urology and population health at NYU and the Manhattan VA. Dr. Daniela Wittmann is a clinical associate professor emerita at the University of Michigan, Department of Urology.For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****September 29, 2023
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we sat down with Dr. Courtney Rowe, a pediatric urologist at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center in Hartford, CT. Dr. Rowe talks about how parents can know if their child’s penis size is healthy.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:42 - Introduction 1:13 - What does a healthy penis look like? 3:29 - Overview of medical terms for boy's bodies 4:41 - Why do some parents worry about the size of their child's penis? 5:56 - What are some reasons why a child's penis may look small? 10:31 - When should a parent be worried about their child's penis size? 13:34 - Advice for parents
For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
August 24, 2023
Our guest is Dr. Daniel Parker, an associate professor at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, who specializes in urologic oncology. He is here to talk with us about Hormone Sensitive Prostate Cancer and treatment intensification.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section: 0:38 - Introduction 1:02 - What is Hormone Sensitive Prostate Cancer (HSPC)? 2:25 - How common is HSPC? 4:01 - Types of treatment intensification for HSPC 7:16 - What can patients and caregivers expect after treatment for HSPC? 10:46 - Questions for patients and caregivers to ask their doctor 15:35 - Advice for patients and caregivers about treatment for HSPC 17:56 - Final thoughts
Supported by an independent educational grant from Astellas and Pfizer, Inc.
For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living…gyhealth-extra.
July 6, 2023
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we sat down with two guests on the topic of men’s sexual health.
Our first guest, Dr. Denise Asafu-Adjei, is the Assistant Professor of Urology at Loyola University Chicago-Stritch School of medicine, where she serves as the Medical Director of Male Reproductive Medicine. She also holds a dual appointment at the Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health. She is a strong advocate of equal healthcare access for all patients.
Our second guest, Dr. Amarnath Rambhatla, is the Director of Men’s Health at the Henry Ford Vattikuti Urology Institute. His specialty areas include male infertility, low testosterone, sexual dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease and vasectomy.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:59 - Introduction 1:38 - Why is men's sexual health important? 3:35 - Common male urologic conditions 7:04 - What is testosterone? 10:32 - What common urologic symptoms bring men to the doctor? 13:20 - Can sexual health issues be linked to other health concerns? 15:44 - Role of lifestyle and genetics in sexual health 16:56 - Male infertility 20:40 - Biggest challenge men face around their sexual health 23:14 - How can others encourage and support men's sexual health? 26:19 - Advancements in men's sexual health space? 28:33 - Advice for patients and partners
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
June 15, 2023
Our guest is Patti, the mother of a child living with Spina Bifida. Patti shares her family's story of caregiving for a child with Spina Bifida, the transition from pediatric to adult urology and her work in the Spina Bifida community.Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section:00:42 - Introduction01:03 - What is Spina Bifida?01:38 - Being a parent and caregiver05:10 - Pediatric urology experience for Patti and her family08:00 - How can other caregivers prepare for their pediatric urology appointments?11:57 - When to start thinking about moving from pediatric to adult urology?15:26 - What are some important questions to ask about moving from pediatric to adult urology?20:04 - Patti's work in the Spina Bifida community25:21 - Final thoughts and advice for parents and caregiversFor more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****June 1, 2023
Our guest is Dr. Aaron Potretzke, an Associate Professor of Urology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He is here to talk with us about Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC). The goal of this podcast is to help patients diagnosed with UTUC and their caregivers navigate their personal care and feel empowered to make informed decisions about their treatment and care.Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section:0:55 - Introduction1:07 - What is UTUC?2:25 - How common is UTUC?3:16 - Who is at risk and at what age do symptoms start?4:42 - What are common symptoms of UTUC?5:38 - What are the types of UTUC?6:42 - What is the risk of recurrence with low-grade UTUC?7:35 - How is UTUC diagnosed?8:58 - What are the treatments for UTUC?11:50 - Advice for patients and caregivers12:25 - Final thoughtsUroGen® Pharma is proud to support the Urology Care Foundation in its quest to educate patients.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****May 18, 2023
This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Heather Honoré Goltz, an oncology social worker and researcher, as well as the Professor of Social Work at University of Houston-Downtown. Heather is also a bladder cancer caregiver and speaks to her experience of caregiving for her grandmother. The goal of this podcast is to shed light on the caregiving aspect from the perspective of a bladder cancer caregiver to understand how to support a loved one going through bladder cancer and how the journey impacts the caregiver.Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section:1:22 - Introduction2:31 - The start of being a caregiver10:59 - Being an advocate and asking questions14:00 - Emotional impact of being a caregiver and coping30:23 - Learning about yourself as a caregiver and advice for other caregivers33:16 - Final thoughtsPatient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****April 27, 2023
This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Daniela Wittmann, an Associate Professor in the Department of Urology at the University of Michigan and a certified sex therapist and sex therapy supervisor. The goal of this podcast is to provide perspective for patients and caregivers on sexual recovery after cancer treatment.Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section:0:58 - Introduction1:25 - How does a sexual health expert work with caregivers (i.e. partners & spouses)?2:42 - Effect of cancer treatment on sexual health and intimacy5:49 - Common concerns about sexual health from people living with bladder cancer6:52 - How can a person’s background and age impact sexual health?9:12 - How can a sexual health therapist help people living with bladder cancer feel ready to seek help?11:00 - General thoughts about sexual health and bladder cancer treatment13:27 - Next steps for people living with bladder cancer and their partner seeking treatment14:31 - Final thoughtsPatient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****April 20, 2023
This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Fenwa Milhouse, a board-certified urologist in Chicago who is fellowship trained in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive urology. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn how everyday community activities may impact bladder cancer, such as haircare, professions and underserved populations.Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section:0:58 - Introduction1:38 - Underserved communities and urology3:53 - How can everyday community activities such as haircare and other similar professions impact bladder cancer?7:09 - Advice to reduce workplace exposure9:01 - Value of community for bladder cancer caregiving14:00 - Final thoughtsPatient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****April 13, 2023
This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Sima Porten, a urologic oncologist at the University of California, San Francisco. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers with tools for shared decision making about diagnosis and treatment for bladder cancer.Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section:1:04 - Introduction1:19 - Overview, symptoms and who is most affected by bladder cancer3:12 - Most common treatment options6:38 - Genetic testing for bladder cancer10:02 - Getting more informed about treatment options12:13 - Questions to ask your doctor15:26 - Advice for those living with bladder cancer and caregivers17:29 - Final thoughtsPatient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****April 6, 2023
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we sat down with two guests on the topic of female sexual dysfunction.Our first guest is Dr. Suzette Sutherland, the director of female urology at the University of Washington in Seattle. She has focused her 20 year career on women’s pelvic health to include urinary incontinence, bladder dysfunction, pelvic prolapse surgery and female sexual health.Our second guest is Dr. Maria Uloko, a urologist with a focus in comprehensive sexual medicine, prosthesis and reconstruction. She is the assistant professor at the University of California, San Diego. She currently serves as the Director of Vulvar Health in the department of Urology and is a researcher with a focus in sexual health.Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section:1:15 - Introduction3:41 – The four categories of sexual health8:51 – How to help with desire?17:43 – What is the vulva?19:20 – Importance of the clitoris23:10 – Orgasm: Clitoral vs. Vaginal28:01 – Painful sex35:34 – Where do we go from here?38:25 – Final thoughtsFor more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****March 30, 2023
We have two guests with us to talk urology mythbusters. Dr. Lori Lerner is an Associate Professor of Urology at Boston University and works as the Section Chief of Urology and Deputy Chief of Surgery at the Veteran's Affairs Boston Healthcare System. Dr. Arthur Burnett is a faculty member at John's Hopkins University School of Medicine, and is the Director of the Sexual Medicine and Urologic Reconstructive Fellowship at Johns Hopkins. Want to know the truth behind these urologic mythbusters? Listen along and put your knowledge to the test!Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section:0:56 - Introductions2:09 - Myth 1: You can catch something by sitting on a public toilet3:53 - Myth 2: Dark yellow urine means a person is dehydrated5:39 - Myth 3: Infertility is more common in women than in men9:47 - Myth 4: Erectile dysfunction is super common and highly treatable17:37 - Myth 5: Getting up at night a lot to pass urine is a sign of a large prostate24:52 - Myth 6: The only way to enhance men's sexual health is through testosterone therapy29:20 - Final thoughtsCheck out Dr. Arthur Burnett's book here: "The Manhood Rx: Every Man's Guide to Improving Sexual Health and Overall Wellness" (https://rowman.com/isbn/9781538166598/%e2%80%a6anhood-rx-every-man's-guide-to-improving-sexual-health-and-overall-wellness)For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****February 2, 2023
Our two guests talk about mental health and its impact on urologic conditions and disease for patients and caregivers. Our first guest is Heather Honoré Goltz, an oncology social worker and researcher, as well as the Professor of Social Work at University of Houston-Downtown. Our second guest is Dr. Samuel Washington, a urologic oncologist at University of California, San Francisco.Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section:1:08 - Introduction2:21 – Working in the mental health space5:18 - Talking to a doctor about mental health9:59 - When is mental health first talked about with a new diagnosis?15:30 - Advice on taking care of one’s mental health 21:06 - Final thoughts on mental health and urologyFor more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****January 5, 2023
Our guest is Dr. Casey Kowalik, a female pelvic medicine urologist at the University of Kansas. She is here to talk with us about constipation and urine control. She covers information such as what is constipation, causes, prevention, how overactive bladder may be connected and when to see a doctor. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section:0:39 - Introduction0:56 - How may others benefit from this talk on constipation and urine control? 1:32 - What is constipation?2:03 - Causes of constipation3:39 - Connection between overactive bladder and constipation5:52 - Preventing constipation6:48 - When should you see a doctor about constipation and urine control symptoms?7:26 - Final thoughtsPatient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas.To read more about constipation and urine control, check out this fact sheet: https://www.urologyhealth.org/educational-resources/constipation-and-urine-control-what-you-should-know-fact-sheetFor more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****December 22, 2022
Our guest is Dr. Kristen Scarpato, a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She is here to talk with us about Androgen Deprivation Therapy, or ADT, for prostate cancer. She covers information such as what is ADT, questions to ask your doctor and what to expect after treatment.Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section:0:48 - Introduction2:10 - Prostate cancer overview3:30 - What is Androgren Deprivation Therapy (ADT)?4:30 - Why is ADT important?6:43 - When during treatment would ADT be considered?9:32 - What patients benefit the most from ADT?10:45 - What administers ADT?12:10 - What can patients expect after ADT?15:30 - Talking with your doctor17:16 - Final thoughtsSupported by an independent educational grant provided by Myovant Sciences LTD and Pfizer Inc.For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.****December 1, 2022
This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Frank Sloan, a bladder cancer survivor who speaks openly about his journey, emotions, support and strategies of bladder cancer as a way to showcase one's self-care. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn about the importance of self-care and building a support system from the personal experience of a bladder cancer survivor.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:57 - Introduction 1:40 - Experience with symptoms and getting diagnosed with bladder cancer 5:52 - Emotional aspect of getting bladder cancer after prostate cancer 6:40 - Experience of treatment and recovery with bladder cancer 8:07 - Getting involved with a bladder cancer support group 11:54 - Things learned from others at support groups 13:18 - Caregiver presence at support groups 17:26 - Self-care dealing with anxiety around follow up appointments 18:17 - Things learned about himself and about those who supported him 20:37 - Advice for patients and caregivers
Patient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas.
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
November 3, 2022
Our guest is Colby and he is with us to talk about his life journey as a spinal cord injury survivor. Colby details how he overcame the intense struggles of becoming injured in high school, managing the new urologic conditions that came with recovery and how he ultimately found his life purpose.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:38 - When and how the injury happened 1:23 - Immediate impact of the injury on his life 3:55 - Physical and emotional recovery process 9:17 - Support from others during recovery 10:53 - Seeing a urologist and treatment for urologic conditions 17:25 - Current treatment 20:49 - Advice for patients and caregivers 23:22 - Final thoughts
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
October 6, 2022
On this episode we had the honor of speaking with two guests on the topic of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, or BPH. Our first guest is Dan, a patient who talks about his life before and after treatment for BPH and the overall journey he went on to find relief. Our second guest is Dr. Sankar Kausik, a urologist at Chesapeake Urology who talks about how other's may relate to Dan's journey before and after treatment. The goal of this podcast is to share a patient's story about their BPH journey to help people identify with the issue and to seek advice of a urologist.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: Dan, BPH Patient: 0:59 - Introduction 1:24 - Symptoms of BPH and seeing a urologist 3:10 - Impact of symptoms on quality of life 4:30 - Exploring treatment options 5:55 - Life after treatment 10:49 - Advice for patients, partners and caregivers on the BPH journey 11:54 - Final thoughts
Dr. Sankar Kausik: 12:56 - Introduction 13:32 - How does Dan's story make you feel as a doctor? 15:46 - What does the typical journey look like for a BPH patient? 18:30 - Is BPH a lifelong journey? 20:15 - Advice for patients, partners and caregivers on the BPH journey 21:42 - Final thoughts
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
Made possible through the support of Olympus.
September 29, 2022
On this episode we had the honor of speaking with two guests on the topic of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, or BPH. Our first guest is Bob, a patient who details his experience with BPH and the treatment option that worked for him. Our second guest is Dr. Bilal Chughtai, a urologist at Weill Cornell Medical College who gives a high-level overview of treatment options for men with BPH. The goal of this podcast is to share a patient story of his experience, provide patients, partners and caregivers information on diagnosing and treating BPH and highlight key questions patients may have for their doctor.
Stay tuned at the end of this episode for an “Ask the Experts” segment, where Bob will get to ask Dr. Ristau some questions from a patient’s perspective.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: Bob, BPH Patient: 0:59 - Introduction 1:15 - The story (overview of symptoms, living with BPH and treatment) 5:58 - Impact of BPH on daily life and relief from treatment 7:26 - Triggers for BPH symptoms 8:05 - Finding the right treatment option 9:42 - Advice for patients, partners and caregivers on finding treatment options 11:57 - Final thoughts
Dr. Bilal Chughtai: 12:18 - Introduction 13:02 - Typical symptoms of men with BPH 14:12 - Common treatment options 15:37 - How does a doctor determine which treatment option is best? 17:39 - How fast do men see results from treatment? 18:33 - How long do treatment options last? 19:18 - Advice for patients, partners and caregivers on treatment options 20:11 - Final thoughts
Ask the Experts: 21:06 - Ask the Experts segment with Bob and Dr. Chughtai
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
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September 22, 2022
Our guest is Dr. Kevin McVary, a urologist who specializes in benign prostatic disease, prostate cancer and male pelvic health. He is here to talk with us about Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, also known as BPH. The goal of this podcast is to provide patients, partners and caregivers information on diagnosing and treating BPH.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:46 - Introduction 1:12 - What is BPH? 4:08 - Common symptoms of BPH 5:53 - Who is most at risk for BPH? What age do symptoms start to appear? 7:54 - How is BPH commonly diagnosed? 9:40 - Treatments for BPH 17:34 - Advice for patients, partners and caregivers on diagnosis and treatment of BPH 19:54 - Final thoughts
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
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September 15, 2022
Dr. Humberto Villarreal, MD is with us to talk about what Latino men should know to live a healthy life. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers gain a better understanding about the health of Latino men.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:38 – Dr. Villarreal introduction 1:10 – How can others benefit from this conversation? 1:53 – When should Latino men see a doctor? 2:33 – Which checkups/screenings should Latino men consider, why should they be considered and when they are recommend? 8:48 – What else should be on a health checklist for Latino men? 12:02 – Final thoughts
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
Funding and support for this podcast has been provided by Pfizer Oncology.
September 8, 2022
Our guest is Dr. Kristen Scarpato, a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She is here to talk with us about all things bladder cancer. She covers information such as what is bladder cancer, symptoms, causes and treatment options. This episode gives an easy to understand overview of bladder cancer to help patients and their loved ones.
Supported by an independent educational grant from Merck.
For more information, please visit https://www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
August 4, 2022
El objetivo de este podcast es ayudar a pacientes a estar mejor preparados al momento de hablar con su equipo médico acerca de las diferentes pruebas genéticas disponibles para el tratamiento del cáncer de próstata.
Se encuentra corto de tiempo? Utilice la guía de tiempos para ir al segmento que le interese oír: 0:19 – Revisión del cáncer de próstata. 1:10 - Qué son las pruebas genéticas? 2:23 – Por qué son las pruebas genéticas importantes en el cáncer de próstata? 5:30 – Cuál es el mejor momento para realizar las pruebas genéticas y poder escoger los diferentes tratamientos 7:25 – A quién se le puede ayudar con las pruebas genéticas? 9:06 – Quién hace estas pruebas? Cuáles son los pasos a seguir para pacientes 12:08 – Cuando hablar con su doctor 13:37 – Se pueden utilizar las pruebas genéticas para prevenir el cáncer de próstata?
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Este podcast es patrocinado por una contribución de AstraZeneca.
July 7, 2022
(Genetic Testing for Prostate Cancer: The goal of this podcast is to help patients be better prepared to talk with their health care team about genetic testing in the treatment of prostate cancer.)
Dr. Suzette Sutherland is with us to talk about what you should know about your urinary system during the summertime. Are you curious about how much water you should actually be drinking every day? Wondering if that swimming pool or hot tub will increase your risk of a UTI? Do you have an upcoming trip and not sure about how to stick to a good routine? Dr. Sutherland breaks down these questions so you can worry less and enjoy your summer more!
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:55 - Introduction 1:34 - How does travel impact our urinary system? 4:07 - How much water should we actually be drinking every day? 8:50 - Can staying in a wet bathing suit cause a UTI? 12:50 - Does holding your urine cause a UTI? 15:22 - Benefits of sticking to a routine while traveling 19:46 - Advice for keeping your urinary system in check while traveling
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
June 2, 2022
Our two guests, Dr. Rena Malik and Dr. Fenwa Milhouse, joined us during a live webinar to talk about Women's Health in Urology. Enjoy this engaging conversation where Dr. Malik and Dr. Milhouse share their thoughts on this topic in hopes that women will find more comfort in talking about their health.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 2:00 - Introductions 3:36 - Common female urologic conditions 8:45 - Why is it hard for some female urologic conditions to be diagnosed? 14:15 - What can women do when they don't feel heard by their doctor? 17:03 - How can women advocate for themselves when it comes to their health? 20:21 - Common misconceptions about women's health on social media 23:15 - How to find accurate info on social media? 27:35 - How can we normalize talking about women's health in urology? 30:23 - Q & A 36:42 - Final Thoughts
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
May 6, 2022
Dr. Ali Dabaja is with us to talk about home sperm testing. He details what home sperm testing is and how it can be used for infertility. The goal of this podcast episode is to bring awareness to these home sperm testing kits so more people know they have access to these resources.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:37 - Dr. Dabaja Introduction 1:04 - What is home sperm testing? 1:48 - When did home sperm testing become popular and what are its benefits? 2:52 - How accurate are these tests? 3:50 - Where can you get a home test? 4:55 - Who is a good candidate for these tests? 6:15 - Should you talk to a doctor about the results? 7:19 - When should these home tests be used? 8:05 - What is most important for patients to know about home sperm testing? 8:45 - Final thoughts
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
April 7, 2022
On this episode we had the honor of speaking with two guests on the topic of pheochromocytoma or an adrenal gland tumor.
Our first guest is Michael Campbell, a pheochromocytoma survivor, who shares a powerful story of how he learned about his diagnosis and the journey he then had to take to fight for his life. Our second guest is Dr. Ben Ristau, a urologic oncologist at UConn Health in Connecticut and one of the doctors who ultimately helped to save Michael's life. Dr. Ristau talks about pheochromocytoma from a medical perspective and details what you should know.
Stay tuned at the end of this episode for an “Ask the Experts” segment, where Michael will get to ask Dr. Ristau some questions from a patient’s perspective.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: Michael Campbell, Survivor: 1:07 - Introduction 2:12 - The story 16:41 - Recovery and where he is today 21:25 - Advice for patients and caregivers
Dr. Ben Ristau: 24:28 - Introduction 26:30 - What is pheochromocytoma? 28:52 - How common is pheo? Symptoms, causes and risk factors 31:46 - Diagnosis 33:23 - Treatment 34:30 - Advice for patients and caregivers 38:13 - Final thoughts
Ask the Experts: 39:57 - Ask the Experts segment with Michael and Dr. Ristau
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March 24, 2022
March is Kidney Health Month and our guest is Dr. Carmen Tong, a pediatric urologist at The University of Alabama at Birmingham and Children's of Alabama. She talks about prenatal hydronephrosis, which is a very common condition in unborn babies. Listen as Dr. Tong breaks down the basics of this condition so new and expecting parents can be more informed.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:42 - Introduction 1:14 - What is prenatal hydronephrosis? 3:17 - Diagnosis 4:57 - Treatment 7:55 - Advice for parents 9:28 - Final thoughts
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
March 3, 2022
February is Black History Month and The Urology Care Foundation is bringing more awareness to information that is of great value to Black men and women. We have four doctors with us to share their knowledge on Black men and women's health and how they can stay healthy in their lives. Stay tuned as Dr. McNeil, Dr. Stork, Dr. Sutherland and Dr. Moses talk about this important topic.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:38 - Introduction 1:40 - What do you think is important for people know about the Black community as it relates to urology? 3:43 - Why are people in the Black community at higher risk for some conditions? 8:21 - How can we bring more awareness of the importance of Black men and women’s health and seeing a doctor regularly? 12:40 - During Black History Month, what health advice do you think is important to share?
For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
February 17, 2022
Our two guests on this podcast episode talk about Bladder Exstrophy. Pamela Artigas shares her story as a mother of a child with bladder exstrophy and her work as the President and Executive VP of the Association for the Bladder Exstophy Community. Dr. Amanda North then explains more in detail the medical side of this condition. Stay tuned at the end of this episode for an “Ask the Experts” segment, where Pamela will get to ask Dr. North some questions of her own.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 1:10 - Pamela Artigas Introduction 1:49 - Pamela shares her story adopting a child with bladder exstrophy 6:58 - Challenges along the way 11:33 - Involvement in Association for the Bladder Exstrophy Community and their work 17:09 - Pamela's advice for others 19:15 - Pamela's final thoughts 20:19 - Dr. North Introduction 22:17 - What is bladder exstrophy? 27:51 - Why is bladder exstrophy not well known within pediatric urology? 32:33 - Dr. North's advice for others 34:58 - Dr. North's final thoughts 36:27 - "Ask the Experts" segment
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January 6, 2022
Dr. Ekene Enemchukwu, MD, MPH, FPMRS is with us to talk about Black women’s health from the perspective of a urogynecologist (female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgeon). The goal of this podcast episode is to help patients and caregivers have a better understanding about the health of Black women.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:27 – Dr. Enemchukwu introduction 1:00 – How can others benefit from this conversation? 2:28 – When should Black women see a doctor? 4:01 – Which checkups/screenings should Black women consider, why should they be considered and when they are recommend? 8:55 – What else should be on a health checklist for Black women? 12:55 – Final thoughts
For more information, please visit https://www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra.
These resources were created in part due to a charitable donation from Astellas.
December 2, 2021
We are back with our two guests, Dr. Eugene Lee and Dr. Casey Kowalik to discuss Overactive Bladder or OAB. If you missed part one, be sure to check out the previous podcast titled “Overactive Bladder: Learn the Basics with Dr. Eugene Lee and Dr. Casey Kowalik.”
This episode picks back up as Dr. Lee and Dr. Kowalik dive deeper into the conversation of OAB and how to manage this condition on the go. Whether you have a busy lifestyle or are just looking for some relief during normal day-to-day activities, Dr. Lee and Dr. Kowalik are here to help talk about what people with OAB can do to manage their symptoms.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 1:33 – Dr. Lee on his tips for managing OAB on the go 5:02 – Can holding your bladder cause OAB? 6:18 – How to feel supported with OAB 9:08 – Most commonly asked questions 10:44 – Best advice to manage symptoms on the go and at work 11:34 – Final thoughts
Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas.
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November 18, 2021
Our two guests on this podcast episode talk about Overactive Bladder (OAB). Our first guest is Dr. Eugene Lee, a urologic oncologist and Associate Professor for the Department of Urology at the University of Kansas Health System. Dr. Lee joins us as a patient in this podcast, sharing his experience living with OAB.
Our second guest is Dr. Kowalik, a urologist and Assistant Professor also at the University of Kansas Health System who joins in on the conversation to talk about the medical side of OAB.
Curious about managing OAB on the go? Stay tuned for part two of this podcast with Dr. Lee and Dr. Kowalik.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:58 - Introduction 1:49 - Dr. Lee’s experience living with OAB 7:43 – What is OAB? 8:34 – How common is OAB? 9:31 – Symptoms of OAB 10:14 – Causes of OAB 10:57 – Diagnosing OAB 11:28 – Things you may not know about OAB
Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas.
For more information, please visit https://www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra®, at https://www.urologyhealth.org/uhe.
November 17, 2021
Our guest is Dr. Yahir Santiago-Lastra, the Associate Professor of Urology at UC San Diego Health and she talks with us about all things urinary tract infections (UTIs). Dr. Santiago-Lastra gets real about the basics around UTIs including what they are, why they happen, how they are treated and how to prevent them. We've got you covered on the basics whether it's your first UTI or a recurrent UTI.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:47 - Introduction 1:30 - What is a UTI? 2:38 - Main symptoms & diagnosis 5:56 - Can both men & women get UTIs? Are they transmitted sexually? 7:29 - Can UTIs go away on their own? 8:28 - Treatment for UTIs 10:07 - Recurrent UTIs & why they happen 13:09 - Preventing UTIs 15:54 - Debunking UTI myth 18:48 - Final thoughts
For more information, please visit UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra.
This podcast is brought to you by the Urology Care Foundation in partnership with the Society of Urodynamics, Female Pelvic Medicine and Urogenital Reconstruction.
November 4, 2021
Our guest is Dr. Michael Morris, a medical oncologist and head of the GU Oncology Prostate Cancer Section at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. He talks with us about imaging for prostate cancer to help educate patients about the new advances in imaging as an assessment and detection tool of prostate cancer.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:49 - Introduction 1:28 - What is prostate cancer? 4:03 - Common tests to diagnose prostate cancer 5:41 - What is an imaging test? How does it help with prostate cancer? 8:15 - Process of an imaging test 13:34 - Different imaging agents available 16:31 - Is one imaging agent better than another? 17:49 - Improvements in imaging agents 20:44 - What to ask your doctor about imaging for prostate cancer? 22:31 - Final thoughts
For more information, please visit UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra.
This podcast was made possible by the generous support from Lantheus Holdings.
October 14, 2021
Our guest is Lillie Shockney, a breast cancer survivor and nurse navigator who helps patients with advanced cancer advocate for their lives. Lillie also spent many years caring for her father with prostate cancer and in this episode she shares some stories from that journey.
This episode contains some content surrounding suicidal thoughts and may be triggering for some.
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October 7, 2021
Our two guests on this podcast episode talk about prostate cancer and early detection for higher risk patients. Dr. McNeil shares his personal story around prostate cancer and how that led him to become a urologist who helps treat men with this disease. Dr. Maroni then joins in to talk about his work in the prostate cancer space while then going into more detail with Dr. McNeil on prostate cancer screenings, early detection for higher risk patients and how disparities affect care.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:54 - Introduction 1:26 - Dr. McNeil personal story 5:35 - Dr. Maroni's work in prostate cancer space 8:25 - Prostate cancer overview and symptoms 10:44 - Risk factors 13:16 - Prostate cancer screenings 16:43 - Treatment options 18:40 - Disparities in medical field 22:13 - Impact of disparities on clinical practices 25:57 - Advice to patients and caregivers 27:53 - Final thoughts
For more information, please visit UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra.
This podcast is part of an educational series supported by independent educational grants from Astellas, Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals, Genentech, Janssen Biotech (administered by Janssen Scientific Affairs), Merck and Pfizer.
September 23, 2021
Dr. Todd Morgan is with us to talk about genetic testing for prostate cancer. The goal of this podcast is to help patients be better prepared to talk with their health care team about genetic testing in the treatment of prostate cancer.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:27 - Dr. Morgan introduction 1:00 - Prostate cancer review 1:58 - Genetic testing review 3:17 - Value of this testing 5:43 - Genetic testing timing and treatment choices 7:23 - Who can be helped with genetic testing 8:38 - Who administers testing? Next steps for patients 11:30 - Talking with your doctor 13:09 - Should genetic testing be used to help prevent prostate cancer? 14:54 - Final thoughts
For more information, please visit UrologyHealth.org and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra.
This podcast was supported by a charitable contribution by AstraZeneca.
September 2, 2021
Listen to our guest, Dr. Courtney Rowe, a pediatric urologist at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center in Hartford, CT. Dr. Rowe is part of their YouTube series titled “Don’t Freak Out” where she explains some kid’s urology issues people often don’t talk about. This podcast episode talks about some of the basics around pediatric urology and how parents can learn more so they don’t freak out. Stay tuned for a special “Ask the Experts” segment at the end of the podcast, where Dr. Rowe’s children ask their mom a few questions about urology!
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:46 – Dr. Rowe Introduction 2:24 – What is pediatric urology? What does a pediatric urologist do? 3:10 – What sparked initial interest in pediatric urology? 4:43 – Advice for parents 7:02 – “Don’t Freak Out” YouTube series 9:49 – What to know about kid’s health 12:16 – Talking with kids about pediatric urology 16:15 – Final thoughts 17:18 – “Ask the Experts” segment
For more information, please visit UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra.
August 5, 2021
Jonathan Little, a penile cancer survivor from the UK, opens up about the journey he has gone through from when he first started noticing symptoms to now being in remission. His humor, positive attitude and "one step at a time" mindset are just a few things that make his story so interesting. To read more about Jonathan's story and journey with cancer, check out his personal blog at https://www.knob.blog/
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section:
0:37 - Introduction 1:08 - Initial diagnosis & experience 3:52 - Next steps after diagnosis 8:04 - Mindset after surgery 12:01 - Treatment after surgery 28:07 - Recovering during a pandemic 30:54 - Where is Jonathan today in his journey? 32:23 - Taking ownership of his story 37:42 - Advice for others 39:55 - Final thoughts
For more information, please visit https://www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra.
June 30, 2021
Dr. Byron Varnado is with us to talk about African American men’s health from the perspective of a general practitioner. The goal of this podcast episode is to help African American men better understand how they can maintain an overall healthy lifestyle.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section:
0:19 – Dr. Varnado introduction 0:59 – How can others benefit from this conversation? 2:32 – When should African American men see a doctor? 3:55 – Which checkups/screenings should African American men consider, why should they be considered and when they are recommend? 6:53 – What else should be on a health checklist for African American men? 8:32 – Final thoughts
For more information, please visit UrologyHealth.org and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra.
Funding and support provided by Pfizer Oncology.
June 17, 2021
Dr. Neal Shore is with us to talk about bladder cancer. The goal of this podcast episode is to help facilitate communication between patients and physicians on the new emerging genetic and biomarker testing and treatment options for bladder cancer.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:35 - Dr. Shore introduction 1:36 - Bladder cancer overview 3:37 - Genetic and biomarker testing overview 7:04 - Importance of this testing 8:11 - Genetic testing timing, waiting period and treatment choices 9:58 - Who benefits from this testing? 12:00 - Who administers testing? and next steps for patients 13:10 - Talking with your doctor 14:42 - Final thoughts
For more information, please visit UrologyHealth.org and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra.
Patient resources provided by the generous support of Janssen Oncology.
June 3, 2021
Our two guests on this podcast episode talk about Interstitial Cystitis (IC). Teri shares her journey living with IC and Dr. Suzette E. Sutherland, MD, MS, FPMRS answers some questions to help listeners better understand this condition. Stay tuned at the end of this episode for an “Ask the Experts” segment, where Teri will get to ask Dr. Sutherland some questions from a patient’s perspective.
Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:55 – Teri’s story 6:14 – Teri’s advice as a patient 7:16 – Finding a urologist 8:15 – Dr. Sutherland intro 9:00 – What is IC? 10:47 – How common is IC? 12:01 – Who is affected? 12:44 – Diagnosis and treatment overview 18:14 – Finding the right doctor 20:44 – Are some treatments more successful? 24:40 – Final thoughts 26:40 – “Ask the Experts” segment
For more information, please visit UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra.
May 6, 2021
April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month and our guest is Matt Ode, a testicular cancer survivor.
Matt shares his story from diagnosis to treatment to recovery and gives his advice on how patients and caregivers can find hope in the obstacles they face through their journey. Matt talks about his mindset of “winning the day” and how being present helped him overcome some of the mental struggles he experienced.
For more information, please visit UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra®.
April 1, 2021
Welcome to the sixth and final episode of our Prostate Cancer Caregiver Podcast Series. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn from the personal experiences of different caregivers who are often part of the prostate cancer journey.
This podcast provides the view of a nurse navigator and a daughter caring for a father with prostate cancer.
Lillie D Shockney, RN., BS., MAS, HON- ONN-CG has been a valued member of Johns Hopkins for 38 years, is an oncology nurse navigator and was part of a caregiving team for her own father during his battle with prostate cancer.
Welcome to the fifth episode of our Prostate Cancer Caregiver Podcast Series. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn from the personal experiences of different caregivers who are often part of the prostate cancer journey.
This podcast provides the view of an advocate and a daughter caring for a father with prostate cancer.
Silvia Cooper is an Administrative Director and Educational Facilitator at the Prostate Cancer Research Institute and is also the daughter of a prostate cancer survivor.
Welcome to the fourth episode of our Prostate Cancer Caregiver Podcast Series. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn from the personal experiences of different caregivers who are often part of the prostate cancer journey.
This podcast is about caring for men with prostate cancer, from the view of an advanced practice provider who concentrates her career on caring for men with prostate cancer.
Dr. Anne Calvaresi is an advanced practice provider, the director of clinical operations and a doctor of nursing at Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia.
Welcome to the third episode of our Prostate Cancer Caregiver Podcast Series. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn from the personal experiences of different caregivers who are often part of the prostate cancer journey.
This podcast is from the view of a husband and wife who are going through the prostate cancer journey.
Euvon Jones is a 69-year-old, metastatic prostate cancer survivor and Janet is his wife and considers herself to be a part of his caregiving team.
ED, or erectile dysfunction, is when a man finds it hard to get or keep an erection that’s firm enough for sex. Learn more about this common condition in this week's podcast.
A concise review on the importance of preserving fertility before starting cancer treatments.
Vasectomy is the topic of today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast.
Vasectomy is minor surgery to block sperm from reaching the semen that is ejaculated from the penis. Each year, more than 500,000 men in the U.S. choose vasectomy as permanent birth control.
Welcome to the second episode of our Prostate Cancer Caregiver Podcast Series. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn from the personal experiences of different caregivers who are often part of the prostate cancer journey.
This podcast is from the view of a doctor who treats prostate cancer and has also taken care of his own father who passed away from this disease.
Brian K. McNeil, MD, MBA, FACS, is our guest today. Dr. McNeil treats prostate cancer patients and was inspired by my own family history to treat this disease. He is Chief of Urology at the University Hospital of Brooklyn in New York City.
The Urology Care Foundation has launched a series of Humanitarian Endowments to support urologic health care missions in the U.S. and around the world.
This podcast series spotlights some extraordinary humanitarians in urology who volunteer to serve patients in underserved areas across the globe. Dr. Kurt McCammon joins us for today's interview.
Dr. McCammon is a reconstructive urologist in Virginia. He has been doing humanitarian work in urology for the past 15 years.
The Urology Care Foundation has launched a series of Humanitarian Endowments to support urologic health care missions in the U.S. and around the world.
This podcast series spotlights some extraordinary humanitarians in urology who volunteer to serve patients in underserved areas across the globe. Dr. Suzette Sutherland joins us for today's interview.
Dr. Sutherland is the Director of Female Urology and Associate Professor in the Department of Urology with the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle.
Elizabeth Timbrook Brown, MD, MPH, joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss urinary incontinence and bladder control issues. Dr. Brown is a urologist with MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC. Her clinical interests include the medical and surgical management of urinary incontinence.
This is the fourth episode of our women’s health podcast series on bladder health.
Emily Welin RDN, CDN, a clinical nutritionist and registered dietitian, joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss healthy eating and dietary strategy advice when it comes to bladder health.
This is the third episode of our women’s health podcast series on bladder health.
Welcome back to the Urology Care Podcast. On today’s episode we are going to discuss genetic testing for prostate cancer.
You may hear a lot about genetics or genomics. Both terms are related to genes and cell DNA, but they are different. These tests are being used to learn more about the DNA of cancer cells, and link DNA mutations with treatments. In the future, genetic testing may be the first step doctors take when diagnosing prostate cancer.
Twila Yednock joins this episode of the Urology Care Podcast to discuss her journey with overactive bladder (OAB). This is the second episode of our women’s health podcast series on bladder health.
Welcome to the first episode of our Prostate Cancer Caregiver Podcast Series. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn from the personal experiences of different caregivers who are often part of the prostate cancer journey.
This podcast is about sexual health from the view of a social worker who concentrates on sexual health of men with prostate cancer.
Daniela A. Wittmann, PhD, LMSW, is our guest today. Dr. Wittmann is an expert in the field of social work and sexual health. She practices at the University of Michigan School of Medicine, Department of Urology.
Dr. Elise De joins the Urology Care Podcast this week to discuss pelvic pain. Dr. De is a urologist that specializes in female pelvic medicine.
Dr. Suzette Sutherland joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss different bladder conditions that affect women. This is the first episode of our women’s health podcast series on bladder health.
Dr. Sutherland is the Director of Female Urology and Associate Professor in the Department of Urology with the University of Washington School of Medicine in Seattle.
Dr. Doreen Chung joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss Neurogenic Bladder this week. Dr. Chung is Assistant Professor of Urology at Columbia University Medical Center in New York.
Neurogenic Bladder, also known as Neurogenic Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction, is when a person lacks bladder control due to brain, spinal cord or nerve problems. Several muscles and nerves must work together for your bladder to hold urine until you are ready to empty it. Nerve messages go back and forth between the brain and the muscles that control when the bladder empties.
The Urology Care Foundation has launched a series of Humanitarian Endowments to support urologic health care missions in the U.S. and around the world. This podcast series spotlights some extraordinary humanitarians in urology who volunteer to serve patients in underserved areas across the globe.
Today, we are interviewing Dr. Mitchell Humphreys, a urologist with Mayo Clinic in Arizona.
Do you wake up more than once a night to go to the bathroom? If you do, you may have nocturia, which affects 1 in 3 adults over the age of 30. Learn more about nocturia on today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast.
The Urology Care Foundation has launched a series of Humanitarian Endowments to support urologic health care missions in the U.S. and around the world. This podcast series spotlights some extraordinary humanitarians in urology who volunteer to serve patients in underserved areas across the globe.
Today, we are interviewing Dr. Jessica DeLong, a urologist with Urology of Virginia in Hampton Roads, Virginia.
The Living Healthy Cookbook with Information about Urologic Cancers is published by the Urology Care Foundation as a service to patients, health care professionals and the public.
Part of managing cancer includes a healthy diet and lifestyle. This educational cookbook has recipes from celebrity chefs and much more. Learn about this brand new resource on today's podcast and download your free copy today by visiting UrologyHealth.org.
Dr. Keith Kowalczyk joins the Urology Care Podcast for a chat about urologic cancer on today's episode. Dr. Kowalczyk is Director of Urologic Oncology at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC.
Dr. Stanton Honig joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss the latest facts about how the COVID-19 pandemic affects male fertility.
Dr. Honig is the Director of Men's Health and Clinical Professor of Urology at Yale University Medical School in Connecticut.
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. On today's episode we are joined by Dr. Ben Ristau as he discusses the differences between active surveillance and watchful waiting when it comes to prostate cancer.
Dr. Ristau is a urologist with UConn Health in Connecticut. He is also the chair of the Urology Care Foundation's Technology and Publications Committee.
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Today's classic episode of the Urology Care Podcast originally aired in September 2017.
Phil Shulka and his wife Maggie (also his caretaker) discuss their prostate cancer journey. They also talk about Phil's outlook on life now that his prostate cancer has returned. Phil and Maggie provide concrete and actionable advice to men and caretakers affected by prostate cancer.
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, and longtime friend of the Urology Care Podcast, Dr. Sandy Siegel, is back today. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2017, and shares his emotional journey with us on today's podcast. He also discusses the 2020 Dr. Sanford J. Siegel Prostate Cancer Run/Walk.
Dr. Siegel is the founder of Chesapeake Urology Associates and is a Urology Care Foundation Board Member. He has been practicing urology and taking care of men with prostate cancer for more than 35 years.
There are many reasons to undo a vasectomy. You might remarry after a breakup or have a change of heart. Or you might want to start a family over after the loss of a loved one. Today's podcast is about Vasectomy Reversal with Larry Lipshultz, MD.
Dr. Lipshultz is a Urology Care Foundation Board Member. He is also Professor of Urology and Chief of the Scott Department of Urology's Division of Male Reproductive Medicine and Surgery at Baylor College of Medicine.
Dr. Amanda North joins the Urology Care Podcast this week to discuss back to school advice for parents as summer vacation for kids comes to an end.
Dr. North is a pediatric urologist who specializes in the care and treatment of children with complex voiding problems and congenital anomalies of the urinary tract at Montefiore Medical Center in New York.
This week’s episode of the Urology Care Podcast serves as an introduction to the basics of urology. Urology is a branch of medicine that deals with health issues of the male and female urinary tract, and the male reproductive system. A urologist is a doctor that focuses on these parts of the body.
Dr. Brian Stork joins the Urology Care Podcast with information about visiting a urologist during COVID-19. He also answers other miscellaneous questions a urology patient may have during COVID-19.
Dr. Stork is a urologist in Muskegon, Michigan. He is also the Chair of the Urology Care Foundation's Patient Education Council.
Dr. J. Stuart Wolf joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss what kidney cancer patients need to know during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Wolf is Associate Chair for Clinical Operations, and Chief of the Division of Surgical Subspecialties at the University of Texas, Dell Medical School in Austin.
Anne E. Calvaresi, DNP, CRNP, RNFA, joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss what prostate cancer patients need to know during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Calvaresi is the chair of the Urology Care Foundation's Prostate Health Committee. She works in Philadelphia and specializes in urology and prostate health.
Dr. Brian Stork joins the Urology Care Podcast with some advice for our listeners about how to best prepare for a urology visit. Dr. Stork is a urologist in Muskegon, Michigan. He is also the Chair of the Urology Care Foundation's Patient Education Council.
Dr. Casey Kowalik joins the Urology Care Podcast today to share tips about healthy restroom habits, and general bladder health advice. Dr. Kowalik is an Assistant Professor in Urology with the University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, MO.
When children urinate without control while they sleep, it is called nocturnal enuresis. It's also known as bedwetting. Learn more on today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast.
Dr. Melissa Mendez joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss penile implant surgery and why a man would consider a penile implant. Dr. Mendez is a urologist with Chesapeake Urology in Silver Spring, Md.
Today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast focuses on what patients need to know about managing erectile dysfunction after prostate cancer treatment.
Stacy T. Tanaka, MD, MS, joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss hypospadias. Dr. Tanaka is a pediatric urologist with Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) in Nashville.
Dr. Kevin McVary joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss the benefits of telehealth.
Dr. McVary is a urologist and the Director of Men's Health at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Ill.
Dr. Courtenay Moore joins the Urology Car Podcast to discuss Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI). Dr. Moore is a urologist with the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio.
About 1 in 3 women suffer from SUI at some point in their lives. It is a very common bladder problem for women. It happens less often in men.
Today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast is an interview with Dr. Sumeet Bhanvadia about what patients need to know about bladder cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic. May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, and the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting healthcare around the globe.
Dr. Bhanvadia is Assistant Professor of Clinical Urology at the University of Southern California's Keck School of Medicine in Los Angeles.
A varicocele is when veins become enlarged inside your scrotum (the pouch of skin that holds your testicles). Dr. Sarah Vij joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss what to know about this condition. Dr. Vij is a urologist with the Cleveland Clinic in Cleveland, Ohio.
Today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast discusses talking about overactive bladder (OAB). For more information on OAB or to find a urologist near you, visit UrologyHealth.org.
Today's edition of the Urology Care Podcast is a chat about Urinary Incontinence with Dr. Gary Lemack. Dr. Lemack is professor of Urology and Neurology with the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas.
We want to remind listeners to check out the PCORI Urinary Incontinence Evidence Updates as a resource to learn more. The PCORI Evidence Updates present research findings in a concise, accessible format and can help patients and their doctors have conversations about urinary incontinence. You can find them by visiting https://www.pcori.org/new-evidence-UI
Hematuria is the diagnosis of blood in urine. Sometimes it can simply be seen as pinkish urine, but other times it can only be seen with a microscope. With hematuria, you may not have other symptoms, or you may feel pain. But, it is not normal to find blood in your urine, so it’s important to find the cause.
Learn more on today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast about hematuria.
Dr. Casey Kowalik joins the Urology Care Podcast today to share tips about bladder health exercises, and general bladder health advice.
Dr. Kowalik is an Assistant Professor in Urology with the University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City, MO.
April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. This is an important time of year to learn about this disease and its impact on patients.
Learn about testicular cancer and fertility preservation options in this episode of the Urology Care Podcast. Our guest today is Dr. Landon Trost. Dr. Trost is a urologist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.
It's time to talk about OAB. Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a condition affecting millions of people, and their quality of life. Treatments are available and your doctor can help. Take control of your OAB.
For more, visit: https://www.itstimetotalkaboutoab.org/oab
Nicole Ramey joins the Urology Care Podcast this week to discuss our highly popular resource, the Living Healthy: Fight Kidney Stones with Food Cookbook. Nicole is the Patient Education & Grants Project Manager with the Urology Care Foundation.
The cookbook is available to download for free by visiting https://www.urologyhealth.org/educational-materials/kidney-cookbook
Millions who suffer with urinary incontinence (leakage) feel like their bladder controls their lives. Control depends on muscles working together. This simple exercise can help bladder health.
It may take some practice to learn to control your pelvic floor muscles. When doing the exercises, relax your body as much as possible and concentrate on your pelvic floor muscles.
Learn about how kidney stones are diagnosed and treated on today's Urology Care Podcast episode. Most people have their stones diagnosed when sudden pain occurs while the stone is passing.
Treatment depends on the type of stone you have, it's size, location, and how long you've had symptoms. There are different treatments to choose from. It helps to talk with your health care provider about which option is best for you.
Two overactive bladder (OAB) patients talk about overcoming this condition, and taking back their lives. For more information on OAB or to find a urologist near you, visit UrologyHealth.org.
Dr. David Rapp discusses urine tests that are common when visiting a urologist's office on today's Urology Care Podcast episode. Dr. Rapp is a urologist with with the University of Virginia School of Medicine in Charlottesville, Va.
Today's edition of the Urology Care Podcast is about self-catheterization with guest Dr. Ja-Hong Kim. Dr. Kim is Associate Professor, Division of Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery in the Department of Urology at UCLA Health in Los Angeles, Calif.
We explore sexual dysfunction with Dr. Akanksha Mehta on today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast. Dr. Mehta is Assistant Professor of Urology at Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta.
She is also a member of the Urology Care Foundation's Reproductive and Sexual Health Committee.
What exactly is overactive bladder (oab)? What are the symptoms? How do you treat OAB? Dr. Lisa Hawes explains some basic facts of Overactive Bladder (OAB)on today's Urology Care Podcast episode.
A cystoscopy is a procedure that lets a urologist view the inside of the bladder and urethra in detail.
Learn more on today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast with Dr. Julie Riley. Dr. Riley is an assistant professor and the Director of Endourology, and Director of Urologic Research at the University of New Mexico.
This episode of the Urology Care Podcast is a discussion with Dr. Lane S. Palmer about Disorders of Sexual Development (DSD). Dr. Palmer is a New York-based pediatric urologist with Northwell Health, and he is a past-President of the Societies for Pediatric Urology (SPU).
Today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast is about Kidney Masses and Localized Kidney Tumors. This episode includes information about how to diagnose, treat and manage kidney masses.
Dr. Keith Kowalczyk joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss how smoking and vaping can impact your urologic health. Dr. Kowalczyk is a board-certified urologist and robotic surgeon at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC.
Today's Urology Care Podcast episode is about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) in Children. Did you know young children have a greater risk of kidney damage linked to UTI than older children or adults? Learn more on today's podcast.
Today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast is about sexually transmitted infections (STIs). STIs are also commonly called sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). According to the CDC, there are more than 20 known types of STDs/STIs. In addition, over 20 million people in the United States are infected each year.
Dr. Costas Lallas joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss Immunotherapy for Urothelial Cancer. Dr. Lallas is Professor and Vice Chair of Academic Programs in the Department of Urology with Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in Philadelphia.
Phillip Pierorazio, MD, joins the Urology Care Podcast this week to discuss Combination Immunotherapy for Kidney Cancer. Dr. Pierorazio is an Associate Professor of Urology and Oncology in the Brady Urological Institute at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, Md.
Immunotherapy is a strong type of care that works with our immune systems. This type of care reaches cancer cells that have spread in the body and stop them from growing.
Combination Immunotherapy helps the body’s immune cells (T cells) attack more cancer cells than with one drug alone. Learn more on today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast.
Testosterone is the male sex hormone. It is made in the testicles. Hormones are important for physical and mental health.
Listen to this episode of the Urology Care Podcast for information on what patients need to know about testosterone therapy.
En este episodio del Podcast de Urology Care Foundation se habla acerca de la vejiga hiperactiva. Este podcast ofrece información sobre cómo manejar el síndrome de la vejiga hiperactiva. Este es el nombre que se da a una serie de problemas de la vejiga.
Today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast is about Overactive Bladder (OAB).
You may be struggling with urinary symptoms and think OAB is the cause. Or, your health care provider may have already told you that you have OAB. Either option, this podcast will give you the information to help you understand and better manage your condition.
Dr. Sandy Siegel was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2017. He shares his emotional journey with us on today's podcast.
Dr. Siegel is the founder of Chesapeake Urology Associates and is a Urology Care Foundation Board Member. He has been practicing urology and taking care of men with prostate cancer for more than 35 years.
This podcast includes a discussion with Dr. Benjamin Ristau about transperineal biopsy. A transperineal biopsy is when your doctor puts a needle into the prostate through the skin behind the testicles, an area known as the perineum. They will take a number of tissue samples, which are then sent to the lab to review for signs of prostate cancer.
Dr. Ristau is an urologist with UConn Health in Farmington, Conn.
A Patient's Guide to Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI)is the newest episode of the Urology Care Podcast. Did you know November is Bladder Health Month? Make sure to visit UrologyHealth.org to learn more.
Happy Halloween from the Urology Care Podcast and Urology Care Foundation! Today's episode exams the "spookiest" instruments in the history of urology in a discussion led by Tupper Stevens.
Tupper is an archivist at the William P. Didusch Center for Urologic History at the American Urological Association (AUA) headquarters in Linthicum, Maryland.
An undescended testicle is when it fails to drop into the normal place in the scrotum. Your child's health care provider can find this during a routine exam. Learn more on today's new episode of the Urology Care Podcast.
This episode of the Urology Care Podcast is about pain, and how patients can help manage their pain.
Dr. Brian Stork, a urologist with the University of Michigan, joins the Urology Care Podcast to celebrate our 100th episode. He interviews podcast host Casey Callanan about the podcast, and its mission and history.
Dr. Stork chairs the Urology Care Foundation's Technology and Publications Committee.
On today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast we discuss facts about opting for active surveillance as a treatment option for a prostate cancer diagnosis.
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. This episode of the Urology Care Podcast is based on the popular Prostate Health Playbook.
The Playbook is the Urology Care Foundation's most comprehensive resource for patients on prostate health. It reviews prostatitis, BPH, prostate cancer screening, prostate cancer treatment options and information about life after prostate cancer.
Anne E. Calvaresi, DNP, CRNP, RNFA, joins the Urology Care Podcast to discusses what you need to know about incontinence after prostate cancer. September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. For more information and resources please visit UrologyHealth.org/PCInfoCenter
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, prostate cancer caregivers talk about their experiences caring for a loved one with prostate cancer. September is Prostate Cancer Awareness and the Foundation has a host of free prostate cancer resources available at UrologyHealth.org/PCInfoCenter.
Dr. Sandy Siegel joins the Urology Care Podcast to catch us up on the latest news from his journey with prostate cancer and to chat about the upcoming 2019 Dr. Sanford J. Siegel Prostate Cancer Run/Walk in Baltimore.
Dr. Siegel was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2017, and has been practicing urology and taking care of men with prostate cancer for more than 35 years. He is the founder of Chesapeake Urology Associates and is a Urology Care Foundation Board Member.
As a friendly reminder, you can visit ZeroBaltimore.org to learn more about this year's Run/Walk to end prostate cancer. You can donate and support the event without being there in person as every dollar counts towards ending this disease.
Erectile Dysfunction (ED) happens when blood doesn’t flow well to the penis, or when the nerves in the penis are harmed. ED can signal an underlying health or emotional problem. After lifestyle changes, there are a range of treatment options that may help ED.
Learn about ED treatment options on today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast.
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, Dr. Wayne Hellstrom discusses Peyronie's Disease. Dr. Hellstrom is Professor of Urology and Chief of Andrology at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans.
Today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast is a discussion about what patients should know about vaginal mesh with Dr. Victor Nitti. Dr. Nitti is Professor of Urology and Obstetrics and Gynecology, Chief of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS) at UCLA Health in Los Angeles.
Today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast includes an important discussion on erectile dysfunction with Dr. Aaron Spitz.
Dr. Spitz is a urologist in Orange County, Calif., and author of "The Penis Book: A Doctor's Complete Guide to the Penis-From Size to Function and Everything in Between."
Today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast provides facts about recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs) with Dr. Elizabeth Timbrook Brown.
Dr. Brown is a urologist at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. She specializes in the medical and surgical management of many different urologic conditions in both men and women.
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast we discuss testicular pain and what you need to know. Our guest is Susanne A. Quallich, MSN, ANP-BC, NP-C, CUNP, FAANP.
Ms. Quallich is with the Department of Urology at the University of Michigan in the Division of Sexual and Reproductive Health.
Today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast includes an important discussion on premature ejaculation with Dr. Aaron Spitz. Dr. Spitz is a urologist in Orange County, Calif., and author of "The Penis Book: A Doctor's Complete Guide to the Penis-From Size to Function and Everything in Between."
Today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast includes an important discussion on women's health and urology with Dr. Elizabeth Timbrook Brown.
Dr. Brown is a urologist at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, D.C. She specializes in the medical and surgical management of many different urologic conditions in both men and women.
Today's edition of the Urology Care Podcast is an interview with Dr. Ben Ristau about the adrenal gland. Dr. Ristau is a urologist with UConn Health in Farmington, Conn.
In honor of the final week of Men's Health Month, Dr. Kevin McVary joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss new and emerging treatment options for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH).
Dr. McVary is a urologist with Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Ill.
In honor of June being Men's Health Month, we chat with Dr. Stanton Honig about some men's health myths and facts on today's podcast episode.
Dr. Honig is the Director of Men's Health and Clinical Professor of Urology at Yale University Medical School in New Haven, Conn.
Did you know June is Men's Health Month? This is the time to raise extra awareness and promote facts to men around the world. Education, early detection and regular check-ups could save lives with so many preventable health issues facing men. June might just be the perfect month to consider a men's urology health tune-up.
Jay G. Baitler is a prostate cancer survivor with a message to all men. According to Jay, men just don't talk enough. As you'll hear on today's episode Jay's experience and his attitude towards facing cancer has led to a very powerful story.
Jay's story can hopefully serve as encouragement to help other men who may be facing this disease. Jay is also a Public Member of the Urology Care Foundation Board of Directors and we thank him for his continued service.
Dr. Brian Stork and a recent kidney stones patient, Taylor Titus, discuss stones on this new episode of the Urology Care Podcast. The two discuss Taylor's journey as a patient and her experience with the use of a ureteral stent.
On this episode Dr. Stork sheds some additional light on what we can learn from Taylor's story. Dr. Stork is a general urologist in Muskegon, Mich., and Taylor is a colleague of Dr. Stork at the Urology Care Foundation and is not one of Dr. Stork's patients.
Muscle invasive bladder cancer (MIBC) is a cancer that spreads into the detrusor muscle of the bladder. The detrusor muscle is the thick muscle deep in the bladder wall. This cancer is more likely to spread to other parts of the body. About 1 out of 4 people who get bladder cancer in the United States have the muscle invasive kind. Listen to this podcast to learn more.
We don’t know all of the causes of bladder cancer, but there are certain things (known as risk factors) that can increase your chance of getting the disease.
May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month. On this new episode of the Urology Care Podcast we discuss what you need to know about the risk factors for bladder cancer.
A teaching hospital, or academic medical center, is a common place for patients to receive treatment and medical care. These institutions work to improve health care through education and research.
On today's episode of the Urology Care Podcast, you'll learn about these institutions and the different health care providers that you might see at these facilities. Dr. Kevin Koo is a urologist with Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore, Md.
Did you know that May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month? Bladder cancer is the 6th most common cancer in the United States. Nearly 81,000 people will be diagnosed in the United States with bladder cancer in 2019. Learn more on this new episode of the Urology Care Podcast.
April is Testicular Cancer Awareness Month. It's a time of year to raise extra awareness and promote facts about this common cancer in young men. Education and early detection is a key factor to surviving testicular cancer. When it's found early, it's one of the most treatable and curable forms of cancer.
This special bonus episode of the Urology Care Podcast brings you facts about Non-Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer (nmCRPC). To learn more visit www.UrologyHealth.org/ProstateCancer
This special bonus episode of the Urology Care Podcast brings you facts about Metastatic Castration-Resistant Prostate Cancer (mCRPC). To learn more visit www.UrologyHealth.org/ProstateCancer
Dr. Sandy Siegel returns for the second part of this special two part Urology Care Podcast episode. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2017, and he has been practicing urology and taking care of men with prostate cancer for more than 35 years.
Dr. Siegel has been getting a Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) test every six months since he started treatment. We joined him minutes after he read his latest results. He is the founder of Chesapeake Urology Associates and is a Urology Care Foundation Board Member.
Dr. Sandy Siegel is the guest this week. He was diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2017, and he shares his emotional journey with us. He's been practicing urology and taking care of men with prostate cancer for more than 35 years.
Dr. Siegel is the founder of Chesapeake Urology Associates and is a Urology Care Foundation Board Member. This is part one of a special two part episode of the Urology Care Podcast.
Did you know April is testicular cancer awareness month? Learn about testicular cancer and fertility preservation options in this new episode of the Urology Care Podcast with guest Dr. Landon Trost. Dr. Trost is a urologist at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minn.
Kidney stone disease is one of the oldest and most common problems of the urinary system. More than 1 million Americans will get a kidney stone this year. Learn more in the newest episode of the Urology Care Podcast.
Did you know March is National Kidney Month? This new episode of the Urology Care Podcast will keep you informed on what you should know about Kidney Cancer.
March is National Kidney Month. In this new episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we interview Dr. Gregory Tasian about when kids get kidney stones. We discuss what (if anything) can be done to prevent it. Dr. Tasian is a pediatric urologist at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
In this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we discuss talking with your doctor about Non-Metastatic CRPC treatment options with guest Dr. Edward "Ted" Schaeffer.
Dr. Schaeffer is Chair of the Department of Urology at Feinberg School of Medicine and Program Director of the Genitourinary Oncology Program at the Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University.
For many teens, transitioning away from their pediatric urologist can be a lot to handle and unfamiliar. Teens and their parents are sometimes unsure if they even need to keep seeing a urologist. This episode of the Urology Care Podcast is a guide for parents and patients.
Peyronie's disease is where plaques (segments of flat scar tissue) form under the skin of the penis. These plaques can cause the penis to bend or become indented during erections.
The plaques can often be felt through the skin, and can also be painful. Learn more in this new episode of the Urology Care Podcast.
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast we discuss Female Sexual Dysfunction with Dr. Karen Elizabeth Boyle of Chesapeake Urology in Baltimore.
Dr. Boyle is fellowship trained in microsurgery and reconstruction, reproductive and sexual medicine and surgery and has completed advanced training in aesthetic surgery.
February is African-American History Month. The Urology Care Podcast honors the impact of Dr. Richard Francis Jones' legacy with this episode that includes an interview with Dr. Unwanaobong Nseyo. To learn more about Dr. R. Frank Jones visit www.UrologyHealth.org/Jones
When urine flows from the bladder back into the ureters it's called vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). Today's Urology Care Podcast episode is about VUR.
VUR is often diagnosed after a child has had more than one urinary tract infection. Children with VUR may develop urinary tract or kidney infections and may have a higher chance for kidney damage.
In this episode of the Urology Care Podcast with discuss the use of opioids in the field of urology and what patients should know. This podcast is with guest Dr. Greg Auffenberg.
Dr. Auffenberg is Assistant Professor of Urology at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
Listen to this episode of the Urology Care Podcast to learn about Erectile Dysfunction and its impact on patients. Erectile dysfunction, or ED, is the most common sex problem that men report to their doctor. It affects as many as 30 million men.
In this Urology Care Podcast episode we explore kidney stones prevention, including diet and medication tips to prevent future stones.
In this episode of the Urology Care Podcast we discuss priapism with Dr. Brian Stork. Dr. Stork is a urologist with West Shore Urology in Muskegon and Grand Haven, Michigan.
Incontinence is the topic we explore in this new episode of the Urology Care Podcast, including ways to manage this condition for both men and women.
There are many reasons why a patient will visit a urololgist. Dr. Mark Fallick joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss what patients should expect at their first visit to a urologist's office. Dr. Fallick is a urologist at New Jersey Urology (NJU)in Vorhees, N.J.
Hematuria is known as "Blood in the Urine" and it's a common issue in urology. We talked with Dr. Ben Ristau, a urologist with UConn Health, to learn more.
Diet and Exercise Advice while undergoing Cancer Treatments with Dr. J. Kellogg Parsons. Dr. Parsons is a board-certified urologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating prostate cancer. He directs clinical trials for the Department of Urology at UC San Diego Health's Moores Cancer Center.
In this podcast episode, we discuss neurogenic bladder with Dr. Jairam Eswara of Brigham and Women's Hospital, Division of Urology in Boston, Mass.
Millions of Americans have neurogenic bladder. Neurogenic bladder is the name given to a number of urinary conditions in people who lack bladder control due to a brain, spinal cord or nerve problem.
Dr. Mark Fallick joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss the most common tests to expect in urology. Dr. Fallick is a urologist at New Jersey Urology (NJU)in Vorhees, N.J.
In honor of Bladder Health Awareness Month, we discussed Interstitial Cystitis (IC), also called Bladder Pain Syndrome with Dr. Veronica Triaca. Dr. Triaca is the medical director of the Center for Urologic Care's Pelvic Medicine, Continence and Sexual Health Program at Concord Hospital in Concord, NH.
In honor of the upcoming Veteran's Day holiday, the Urology Care Podcasts spoke with Dr. Mark Edney about urotrauma. Dr. Edney is a urologist in Salisbury, Maryland. He has also served in the U.S. military as a Lieutenant Colonel, U.S. Army Reserve.
November is Bladder Health Awareness Month. In this episode of the Urology Care Podcast we interviewed Dr. Lisa Hawes on what patients need to know about Overactive Bladder (OAB).
Dr. Benjamin Ristau of UConn Health in Farmington, Connecticut, joins the Urology Care Podcast to discuss what patients need to know about bladder tumors.
In this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, Dr. Singal of Toronto, Canada, discusses what patients need to know about urethral strictures and how it affects urologic health.
Prevention Magazine has called Dr. Mark Moyad, "Arguably the world’s leading medical expert on dietary supplements." He joined our podcast to discuss what works and what is useless when it comes to prostate health supplements.
Dr. Moyad is the Jenkins/Pokempner Director of Preventive/Complementary and Alternative Medicine at the University of Michigan Medical Center in the Department of Urology.
There may come a time when a patient should consider transitioning from a pediatric urologist to an adult urologist. We discussed this topic with Dr. Aseem R. Shukla. Dr. Shukla is an attending urologist and Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery in the Division of Urology at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia.
As we near the final days of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Mike Haynes, of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, New England Patriots and Oakland Raiders brings you 10 prostate cancer facts. Mike is a prostate cancer survivor and a passionate advocate for raising awareness.
In honor of Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, Mike Haynes, prostate cancer survivor and hall of famer with the NFL's New England Patriots and Oakland Raiders, talks with the Urology Care Foundation about his personal journey with prostate cancer.
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. In honor of this month, Dr. Brian McNeil of SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York answers 5 key prostate cancer questions. This podcast has been brought to you by the Urology Care Foundation, visit UrologyHealth.org/ProstateCancer to learn more.
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month. Dr. Lynch shares his unique story of surviving prostate cancer and how it impacts his work with prostate cancer patients at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington, DC.
Immunotherapy engages the body's immune system to help fight and/or eliminate cancer cells. In this new episode of the Urology Care Podcast, Dr. Brian McNeil of SUNY Downstate Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York discusses immunotherapy as a kidney cancer treatment option.
Prescription drug prices have been a popular topic in the news lately. In this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, Dr. Jason Jameson discussed what patients should know when it comes to generic drug prices.
Dr. Jameson is a urologist at Mayo Clinic in Arizona, focusing on Men's Health, Male Sexual Dysfunction, and General Urology.
A UTI is when bacteria gets into your urine and travels up to your bladder. UTIs cause more than 8.1 million visits to health care providers each year. In this episode of the Urology Care Podcast we interviewed Dr. Lisa Hawes on what patients need to know about UTIs.
Bedwetting is common for more than 5 million children in the U.S. Listen to this episode to learn more about this common urology condition with Ernesto T. Figueroa, MD, Division Chief of Pediatric Urology with Nemours/Alfred I. duPont Hospital for Children.
The Choosing Wisely campaign is an important initiative that all patients should be informed on. We sat down with Dr. Danil Makarov to learn about what patients should know about it and how the Choosing Wisely campaign affects urology patients.
Dr. Makarov is an Assistant Professor and Director of Health Services Research in the Department of Urology at the New York University (NYU)School of Medicine and NYU Langone Medical Center in New York.
Get the facts on male infertility issues by listening to this interview with Ajay K. Nangia of the Institute for Reproductive Health and Regenerative Medicine (IRHRM) at the University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, Kansas.
Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) is a very common bladder problem. Dr. Lindsey Kerr, a urologist practicing in Bangor, Maine, talks with us about SUI and what patients need to know.
The American Urological Association released a new clinical guideline on the surgical management of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) attributed to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)in May 2018. We interviewed Dr. Kevin McVary about what patients need to know about it.
Dr. Brian Stork discusses the vast patient education resources that are available from the Urology Care Foundation and how he uses them in his everyday practice. Dr. Stork is a urologist with the University of Michigan.
May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month. In this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, Dr. Singal of Toronto, Canada, discusses what patients need to know about Bladder Cancer. Learn more by visiting UrologyHealth.org/BladderCancer
This week the American Urological Association (AUA) released a new clinical guideline for diagnosis and treatment of erectile dysfunction. We interviewed Arthur L. Burnett, MD, chair of the guideline development panel and urologist at Johns Hopkins about the guideline. Dr. Burnett spoke about what patients should know and how the guideline may impact them.
In the wake of new United States government recommendations on prostate cancer screening, the Urology Care Foundation speaks with Dr. John Lynch, urologist and prostate cancer expert, to learn about what patients need to know. Learn more and see the video at UrologyHealth.org/PSATest
We traveled to New York City to interview Dr. John Mulhall, Director of Male Sexual and Reproductive Medicine at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and chair of the panel that developed this new American Urological Association (AUA) guideline. Dr. Mulhall outlined what patients should know about the new guideline and how it may impact them.
Dr. Aaron Spitz author of the new book called "The Penis Book: A Doctor's Complete Guide to the Penis―From Size to Function and Everything in Between" sits down the Urology Care Podcast to discuss everything you need to know about penile health.
How will treating early-stage prostate cancer affect your quality of life? Dr. David Penson discusses what patients need to know about a recent study from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) on prostate cancer treatment options.
March is National Kidney Month. Dr. J. Stuart Wolf discusses what patients need to know about Kidney Cancer in this new episode of the Urology Care Podcast.
Listen as we talk with a recent Kidney Stones patient about her experience with this common urology condition. Learn more about Kidney Stones by visiting UrologyHealth.org/KidneyStones
It's vital to speak up if you are having symptoms of Peyronie's Disease. In this interview with Dr. Burnett of Johns Hopkins Medicine, we discuss the symptoms, causes and treatment options for Peyronie's Disease. Learn more by visiting www.UrologyHealth.org/Peyronies
It was a special week in Minnesota for prostate cancer survivor and Pro Football Hall of Famer Mike Haynes leading up to Super Bowl LII. Mike and the Know Your Stats team met with fans and media from all corners of the globe to share prostate cancer education and Mike's story. Learn more by visiting UrologyHealth.org/SuperBowl
BPH, or Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, is common in aging men. About half of all men between the ages of 51 and 60 have BPH. We sat down with Dr. Viprakasit to discuss what men need to know about this common condition.
Dr. Daniela Wittmann of the University of Michigan discusses her role in helping patients regain sexual function after cancer treatments.
Learn the basics of what urology is with this podcast interview. Dr. Matt Nielsen(Associate Professor of Urology and Director of Urologic Oncology at the University of North Carolina School of Medicine) sits down with us for an interview on Urology 101.
In this podcast, we explore what pediatric urology is and when someone should consider having their child see a pediatric urologist. This is an interview with pediatric urologist Dr. Robert Mevorach.
Education can help ease some of the fears that patients may have when it comes to sensitive issues in urology. This podcast with Dr. Sam Chang of Vanderbilt University Medical Center explores what patients should know about sensitive issues in urology.
Tracy L. Rose, MD, MPH and Angela B. Smith, MD, MS of the University of North Carolina School of Medicine discuss what patients should know about care while on immunotheraphy.
November is Bladder Health Month! It's a time to raise awareness and get the facts on how you can improve your bladder health and keep your bladder healthy.
In this interview with Dr. Joshua Meeks of Northwestern Medicine in Chicago, we discuss the following:
- What is Immunotherapy?
- How does Immunotherapy work?
- What Immunotherapy options are available for urology?
- What is the future of Immunotherapy for urology?
Drs. Aaron Spitz and Eugene Rhee discuss telemedicine, the future of telemedicine and what patients need to know about it.
This episode is about Low Testosterone and how it impacts men. This condition is also called Low-T or Hypogonadism.
Phil Shulka and his wife Maggie (also his caretaker) discuss their prostate cancer journey. They also talk about Phil's outlook on life now that his prostate cancer has returned. Phil and Maggie provide concrete and actionable advice to men and caretakers affected by prostate cancer.
Pro Football Hall of Famer Mike Haynes of the New England Patriots and Los Angeles/Oakland discusses his experience surviving prostate cancer.
Keith Harring is a longtime volunteer at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. He also works as a referee for major NCAA college basketball. Keith was driving to referee a game at Bowling Green St. University when he received the phone call that said he had prostate cancer.
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Discussing key facts in men's health during National Men's Health Month with Dr. Martin Miner.