By Dr. Jerry Yuan, M.D. Extracorporeal Shock Wave lithotripsy, or ESWL, has revolutionized kidney stone treatment since its introduction in the mid-1980s. Now, it’s the most commonly employed treatment for kidney stones in the US. Learn more about this treatment Georgia Urology is proud to offer for our patients below. What is Extracorporeal Shock Wave […]
By Dr. Brent A. Sharpe, M.D. As urologists, it’s not often we get to witness something in our careers that revolutionizes the way we do things. The first time I ever experienced this phenomenon was after performing robotic surgery for prostate cancer. Within 10 years, more 95% of all prostate cancer surgeries in the US […]
By Dr. Edan Y. Shapiro, M.D. If you have questions about the medical management of kidney stones, you’re not alone. That’s why Georgia Urology’s Dr. Edan Shapiro is answering all your most pressing questions about the medical management of kidney stones. What are Kidney Stones? Kidney stones are one of the most common reasons for […]
By Dr. Shaya Taghechian Deciding to have a vasectomy is a big decision, so Georgia Urology wants to make sure you have all the education you need to make an informed choice. Keep reading below to discover what you should know about vasectomy. What Is a Vasectomy? Vasectomy is the most common surgical procedure performed […]
By Dr. Harry Rutland, M.D., F.A.C.S. Discussion and treatment of testosterone deficiency have become more common in our daily practice. There is more public awareness of “low T” and testosterone levels are more checked now than ever before. However, there is a difference between low testosterone levels and what is considered testosterone deficiency. Low testosterone […]
By Dr. Fernando A. Duralde, M.D., F.A.C.S. Cystoscopy means literally to look at the bladder with a scope. The expert urologists at Georgia Urology have performed many cystoscopes, so they’re extremely qualified to explain all about this medical procedure. Why Should You Get a Cystoscopy? Reasons for doing a cystoscopy include evaluation of lower urinary tract when […]
Amy Chang of Alpharetta, Ga. longed for motherhood. Not just one child, but “an entire basketball team,” she said with a laugh. When she and husband Peter agreed to marry more than a decade ago, Amy explained her desire for a brood. Her groom-to-be agreed. However, a serious obstacle blocked their road to biological parenting. […]
By Dr. Jerry Yuan, M.D. Since diet contributes to a varying degree in the formation of kidney stone, dietary recommendations for kidney stones are extremely important. In some, modifying one’s diet with multiple risk factors may be all that is needed for stone prevention while others will require specific medical treatment with dietary measures serving […]
By Wolfgang Cerwinka, M.D. A testicle outside its normal location in the scrotal sac is called an undescended testis. Undescended testes are relatively common and are found in 1 of 100 boys. This condition may be regarded as a failure of a testicle to descend into the scrotal sac, which normally occurs before birth. Keep […]
By Dr. Anand Shantha, M.D. A ureteral stent is most often used during the treatment of stone and occasionally with other surgery involving the urinary tract. The experts at Georgia Urology have lots of experience in placing and removing stents, so check out our guide on this common medical procedure below. What Is the Ureter? The […]