Urology

NEW YORK AND BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ, OCTOBER 3, 2022 – Summit Health, which helps patients with all of their primary and specialty care needs, today announced the opening of a urology office in Princeton, NJ, located at 134 Stanhope Street. Resulting from the integration of Urology…

We’re proud to announce that five New Jersey Urology physicians have been honored as South Jersey Magazine 2022 Top Physicians! These physicians were chosen by their peers and South Jersey Magazine readers for the trusted care they provide and the manner in which they do so.

South Jersey Magazine 2022…

We would like to invite you to an upcoming Men’s Health Webinar on Wednesday, May 5th at 6 p.m. to learn about signs, symptoms, and treatment options for erectile dysfunction. View this webinar in the comfort of your own home with complete privacy and get your questions answered.

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We’re proud to announce that 19 New Jersey Urology physicians have been honored as 2021 Jersey Choice Top Doctors by New Jersey Monthly Magazine.

More than 26,000 New Jersey–based doctors were invited to recommend the physicians they would choose to treat their own family members.

2021 Jersey Choice Top Doctors…

“Urology” (uro—urinary tract; logos—study of) is the branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats diseases of the urinary tract in males and females and the reproductive tract in males. The urinary organs under the “domain” of urology include the kidneys, the ureters (tubes connecting kidneys to the urinary bladder), the urinary…

Normal cells become cancer cells (malignant cells) when mutations in the DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) sequence of a gene transform cells into a growing and destructive version of their former selves. These abnormal cells can then divide and multiply without control. Although DNA mutations can be inherited, it is much more…

What is PSA?

PSA (prostate specific antigen) is a chemical produced by the prostate gland. It functions to liquefy semen following ejaculation, aiding the transit of sperm to the egg. A small amount of PSA filtrates from the prostate into the blood circulation and can be measured by a…

We are proud to announce that 34 New Jersey Urology physicians have been honored as Castle Connolly Top Doctors for 2021!

Castle Connolly Medical Ltd., a New York City-based research and information company, selects the top 10 percent of the region’s physicians by conducting…

We are proud to announce that 10 New Jersey Urology physicians have been honored as 2021 Bergen County’s Top Doctors by BERGEN Magazine.

Bergen County is home to some of the most prominent and sought-after physicians in the country. BERGEN magazine commissioned Professional Research Services (PRS) of Troy, Michigan to…

Unfortunately, there is a lot of false information about urology circulating around the general population. To help you make sense of it, Dr. Andrew Siegel is helping to debunk twelve common misconceptions about urology.

1. Misconception: Urologists only treat men.

Reality: Although gynecologists treat only females, urologists care…

We’re proud to announce that New Jersey Urology has been honored by the Burlington County Times as The Best of the Best 2020! Organizations on this list have been selected by the readers and represent the finest businesses in Burlington County, New Jersey.

Burlington County Times 2020 Best of the…

We’re proud to announce that 17 New Jersey Urology physicians have been honored as 2020 Jersey Choice Top Doctors by New Jersey Monthly Magazine.

More than 25,000 New Jersey–based doctors were invited to recommend the physicians they would choose to treat their own family members.

2020 Jersey Choice Top Doctors…

We are proud to announce that 3 New Jersey Urology physicians have been honored as New York Magazine’s 2020 Best Doctors in Urology.

The New York Metro Area is home to some of the most prominent and sought after physicians in the country. New York Magazine works with News

Kidney stones are a common problem that I treat daily. Kidney stones are often related to our dietary habits, the amount of fluids that we drink, and our weight.

If you have ever suffered with a kidney stone, you know what excruciating pain is. Many women who have experienced both…

We are proud to announce that 7 New Jersey Urology physicians have been honored as 2020 Bergen County’s Top Doctors by BERGEN Magazine.

Bergen County is home to some of the most prominent and sought-after physicians in the country. BERGEN magazine commissioned Professional Research Services (PRS) of Troy, Michigan to…

The prostate gland is a mysterious male reproductive organ that can be a source of curiosity, anxiety, fear and potential trouble. Since this gland is a midline organ nestled deep within the pelvis, I like to think of it as man’s “center of gravity.”

Where exactly is the prostate…

Erectile Dysfunction (ED) serves as a good proxy for cardiac and general health. The presence of ED is as much of a predictor of heart disease as is a strong family history, tobacco smoking, or elevated cholesterol!

Having some fat on our bodies…

Having problems with erections from time to time is common and shouldn’t be cause for concern. However, if these problems become progressively worse or happen routinely with sex, you may want to speak with your doctor about erectile dysfunction (ED). Erectile dysfunction, or impotence, is the inability to develop and…

According to the Urology Care Foundation, more than 500,000 men in the U.S. choose vasectomy for birth control each year. But is it right for you? Because it’s a permanent form of birth control, many men have questions or concerns before having a vasectomy. This is normal and…

We’re proud to announce that 12 New Jersey Urology physicians have been honored as 2019 Jersey Choice Top Doctors by New Jersey Monthly Magazine.

More than 25,000 New Jersey–based doctors were invited to recommend the physicians they would choose to treat their own family members.

2019 Jersey Choice Top Doctors…

There is little written on ejaculatory issues aside from timing problems (premature and delayed ejaculation) and hematospermia (blood in the semen). However, not a day goes by in my urology practice where I do not see at least several patients who complain about declining ejaculation function.

What does the…

What is overactive bladder?

Overactive Bladder (OAB) is defined as urinary urgency (the sudden and urgent desire to urinate) and frequency (urinating too often, which can be during both awake and sleep hours), with or without urgency incontinence (urinary leakage associated with the urgent desire to urinate). It’s…

Peyronie’s Disease is an inflammatory condition of the penis that causes penile curvature and an uncomfortable or painful erection that can dramatically interfere with one’s sexual health. It’s not uncommon, with more than 120,000 cases per year in the USA (only a small fraction of cases are actually treated.) Although…

What is a hydrocele?

A hydrocele is an accumulation of fluid within the sac that surrounds the testicle, resulting in ballooning and enlargement of the scrotum. It can vary in size from just slightly bigger than the actual testes to larger than a cantaloupe.

Each testicle is surrounded by…

In the United States, the prevalence of bladder cancer has increased greatly over the last few decades, with more than 60,000 new cases diagnosed annually. It occurs more frequently in men than in women, and is usually diagnosed in adults over 60 years old. When bladder cancer is diagnosed and…

Orchialgia is the medical term for chronic testicular pain, defined as constant or intermittent pain in the testicles, lasting for three or more months and interfering with one’s quality of life. It’s not an uncommon problem for men of all ages, but it is seen more frequently in young adults. It…

Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could prevent prostate cancer? Unfortunately, we’re not there yet—but we do have an understanding of what measures can be taken to help reduce your risk of developing prostate cancer. One way is through a blood test to determine the prostate specific antigen…

After a prostate cancer diagnosis, there can be a lot of information to take in. The path you and your doctor decide to take for treatment depends on certain factors including the stage of the cancer, your age, and your prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test results, among others.

Risk…

What is a circumcision?

Circumcision is the surgical removal of the foreskin. The procedure takes about thirty minutes and is performed under general anesthesia. The entire foreskin is removed using an incision just behind the head of the penis. This leaves the head of the penis completely exposed. Local…

Bladder infections (a.k.a., cystitis) are common among women. Acute cystitis is a bladder infection that typically causes the following symptoms:

Additional symptoms that may occur include: urinating small volumes, bleeding, and urinary incontinence (leakage).

Microscopic inspection of urine usually shows bacteria, white blood cells and red blood cells.…

A penis is a special organ—a man’s joy, if not pride—and certainly one of his most prized, appreciated and cherished possessions, to which he has a significant attachment. As multifunctional as a Swiss Army knife, it allows him to stand to urinate (an undervalued capability), rises and firms to the…

With the robotic-assisted surgery arena growing bigger by the day—and commanded solely by the company behind da Vinci® robots—it’s no wonder that people may be becoming concerned about where the doctor ends and the machine begins (or simply fear robots will replace human beings altogether). In fact, these robots…