When you visit a urologist for the first time, be prepared to ask questions about qualifications, your symptoms, and concerns you have about your urological health. At Ironwood Urology in Phoenix, AZ, our board-certified urologist fully answers queries, because we believe that knowledge empowers patients to make good healthcare decisions. Asking Questions At Your Initial
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Kidney Problems: Should You Call a Urologist or a Nephrologist?
Concerned about your kidneys and wondering which specialist to see? Here’s how to determine if a nephrologist or a urologist is right for you. What Is a Nephrologist? A nephrologist is a medical doctor specializing in diseases and chronic conditions of the kidneys, the bean-shaped structures that rid the blood of toxins through urine. The
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If you’ve received a referral from your primary care physician for your urological condition, one of the many questions that you probably have in mind is how to ascertain the urologist is a good one and the right fit for you. While your primary care physician is a reliable referral source, it still pays to
Read MoreCan A Urologist Treat Male Infertility?
Male infertility is defined as any health condition that interferes with a man’s ability to fulfill the basic function of reproduction. Male infertility has various potential causes. These include low sperm production, hormonal imbalance, premature ejaculation, acute or chronic genital tract infection, testicular rupture, erectile dysfunction, among others. If you and your partner are unable
Read MoreTop Urologist’s Guide for Kidney Transplant Patients
If you’re one of the approximately 661,000 Americans living with kidney failure (also known as end-stage renal disease), you may have come to an important decision point: whether or not you should get a kidney transplant. Getting a kidney transplant is a major decision. It proves prudent to have your urologist evaluate your overall health
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