When should my son see a urologist?

You should see a pediatric urologist for ongoing, urgent, and non-routine urology issues involving your child’s kidneys, ureters (urine ducts), bladder, urethra, testicles, and genitalia. Some of the common conditions that a pediatric urologist can treat include: Undescended testicles.

What are the specialties of a urologist?

There are subspecialties in urology, including:

  • Pediatric urology.
  • Urologic oncology.
  • Kidney transplantation.
  • Sexual medicine.
  • Male infertility.
  • Genitourinary reconstruction.
  • Minimally invasive surgery (robotic, laparoscopic and endoscopic surgery).

Which type of doctor specializes in vasectomies and urinary issues?

A vasectomy is usually performed in the office of urologist, a doctor who specializes in the male urinary tract and reproductive system. In some cases, the urologist may decide to do a vasectomy in an outpatient surgery center or a hospital.

Do urologists treat females?

Urologists treat urinary tract problems in both men and women. “We see women for any and all symptoms in the pelvis or urinary tract,” says Michael Lasser, M.D., urologist and medical director of robotic surgery at JFK Medical Center.

What are the cons of urology?

Cons of being a Urologist The training is long and hard. Urology residencies take 5-6 years with two years in general surgery treating all kinds of non-urinary conditions. The hours are long, sleep is rare and the work is complex. Male-domination.

What is the average age for a vasectomy?

Vasectomy after 25 Research in the American Journal of Men’s Health found that the average age for a vasectomy was about 35, with the typical age range for the procedure between the ages of 30 and 56.

How common is circumcision in 2020?

It is estimated that the overall rate of circumcision in the United States is approximately 80.5%.