Urology
Urologists specialize in diagnosing and treating urinary disorders affecting both male and female urinary tracts, as well as conditions related to the genital and reproductive systems. At Baptist Health, our Urology specialists work closely with patients to develop comprehensive treatment plans that incorporate both medical and surgical approaches. By addressing a wide range of urological issues, we ensure that patients receive thorough care, leading to optimal outcomes.
Baptist Health has partnered with the University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) Medicine to provide the highest quality of care to Central Alabama and the River Region. The combined expertise of providers and team members from Baptist Medical Center East, Baptist Medical Center South, and Prattville Baptist Hospital, along with specially trained doctors from UAB Medicine, offers advanced care across various specialties, including urology.
Personalized Care Plans
UAB Medicine urologists are recognized as leaders both regionally and nationally in their field. Our surgeons collaborate closely to diagnose and treat your urological concerns sensitively. We create a comprehensive treatment plan that includes both medical and surgical options, empowering you to decide what is the best approach for your quality of life.
In addition to general urology medicine, our providers have a specialized expertise in the following procedures and treatments:
- Robotic Surgery
- Prostate Cancer
- Kidney Stones
- Female Pelvic Floor Reconstruction
- Urogynecology
Robotic Surgery
Used in various urologic procedures, including:
- Aquablation: A minimally invasive robotic treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), a non-cancerous condition in which the prostate gland enlarges, potentially compressing the urethra and causing difficulties with urination. This method utilizes a high-pressure water jet to remove excess prostate tissue.
- Cystectomy: This involves the removal of the urinary bladder.
- Partial Nephrectomy: This procedure involves the removal of a tumor from the kidney.
- Prostatectomy: This entails the removal of part or all of the prostate gland.
- Pyeloplasty: This procedure addresses a blockage where the kidney connects to the ureter.
- Sacrocolpopexy: This procedure is performed to correct the prolapse of the top of the vagina in women who have had a previously undergone a hysterectomy.
