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Letters: Hypoactive desire disorder a 'true' condition

In this month's Letters to the Editor, one reader responds to an article on testosterone therapy in women and another looks to address urology's work force shortage.

TRT myths, metabolic risk, and the role of the urologist

Letters: Hypoactive desire disorder a 'true' condition

In this month's Letters to the Editor, one reader responds to an article on testosterone therapy in women and another looks to address urology's work force shortage.

Data bolster case for surveillance in men with low-grade, low-risk localized prostate cancer

"This study demonstrates that for up to 10 years after diagnosis, approximately 50% of men with low-risk prostate cancer can safely remain on AS, without cancer progression or treatment, since less than 1% died of prostate cancer," writes Badar M. Mian, MD.

Can a low-inflammation diet alter prostate health?

Khurshid Ghani, MBChB, MS, FRCS, on current barriers to stent omission

Khurshid R. Ghani, MBChB, MS, FRCS, discusses how results from the SOUL trial may shape clinical decision-making regarding stent placement.

Ureteroscopy: Surgeons show techniques, tips in videos

In these videos, high-volume stone surgeons demonstrate novel approaches to classification, visualization, and treatment of stones.

Radical cystectomy for bladder cancer: Tools vs. technique

The purpose of this article is to discuss important principles of radical cystectomy, whether performed using the open, laparoscopic, or robotic approach.

How to estimate life expectancy in men with localized prostate Ca

While no resource is perfect, it is worthwhile to familiarize yourself with some contemporary methodology and predictive tools to help determine life expectancy in localized prostate cancer patients.

Stress is part of life, and urology nurses are no exception

SUNA President Gwendolyn Hooper, PhD, APRN, asked a few colleagues to share their urology nursing stressors.

Role of molecular biomarkers in localized prostate cancer

Role of molecular biomarkers in localized prostate cancer

Dr. Laurence Baskin discusses robotic pediatric urological surgery at UCSF

"Robotic surgery has some major advantages. One that rises to the top is that your magnification is anywhere from 10x-15x higher," according to Laurence S. Baskin, MD.

Why men are not immune to eating disorders

Tom Wooldridge, PsyD, addresses misinformation regarding eating disorders in men.

Transgender surgery: Videos demonstrate cutting-edge techniques

In these videos, expert surgeons demonstrate robot-assisted penile inversion vaginoplasty, single-stage metoidioplasty, and simple orchiectomy for transgender patients.

Tax law may threaten Medicare, provider pay

"Perhaps the biggest Medicare reform concern for urologists is the potential for provider reimbursements cuts, a threat that has continued to loom over the health care community for some time," writes the AACU's Ally Lopshire.

Transgender surgery: Videos demonstrate cutting-edge techniques

In these videos, expert surgeons demonstrate robot-assisted penile inversion vaginoplasty, single-stage metoidioplasty, and simple orchiectomy for transgender patients.

Transgender surgery: Videos demonstrate cutting-edge techniques

In these videos, expert surgeons demonstrate robot-assisted penile inversion vaginoplasty, single-stage metoidioplasty, and simple orchiectomy for transgender patients.

APRNs, PAs can help achieve the ideal practice setting

"Patient care can continue in the office while the urologist is in the OR; APRNs and PAs can serve as a conduit for readying patients for surgery, and these providers can evaluate for potential complications post-surgery," writes SUNA's Amy Hull, MSN, WHNP-BC.

MACRA: A practical perspective for urologists

This article provides a practical explanation of MACRA and the Quality Payment Program and what they mean for practicing urologists.

HPV infection in men: Prevalence and vaccination coverage

HPV infection in men: Prevalence and vaccination coverage

Letter to the editor: PSA screening recommendation needs revision amid rising rate of aggressive disease

Drs. Navin C. Shah and Vladimir Ioffe share their insight on the Urology Times September 2020 Cover Story, “PSA Screening in Prostate Cancer—The Controversy Continues.”

Letter to the editor: PSA screening recommendation needs revision amid rising rate of aggressive disease

Drs. Navin C. Shah and Vladimir Ioffe share their insight on the Urology Times September 2020 Cover Story, “PSA Screening in Prostate Cancer—The Controversy Continues.”

How postpartum depression can affect new fathers

Maternal postpartum depression (PPD) is a widely studied and discussed phenomenon, whereas much less is known about the concept of paternal PPD. Nonetheless, recent studies have indicated that depression in new fathers is a significant public health concern.

How postpartum depression can affect new fathers

Maternal postpartum depression (PPD) is a widely studied and discussed phenomenon, whereas much less is known about the concept of paternal PPD. Nonetheless, recent studies have indicated that depression in new fathers is a significant public health concern.

New diagnostic tests for male infertility

New diagnostic tests for male infertility

Men must be entitled to PCa screening, treatment choice

The following letter was sent to Urology Times in response to a previously published letter to the editor, "Dear USPSTF: Don't discount value of PSA in men 70+."

Vaginoplasty and the role of autologous buccal mucosa