Urology Care Podcast

Our guest is Dr. Casey Kowalik, a female pelvic medicine urologist at the University of Kansas. She is here to talk with us about constipation and urine control. She covers information such as what is constipation, causes, prevention, how overactive bladder may be connected and when to see a doctor. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section: 0:39 - Introduction 0:56 - How may others benefit from this talk on constipation and urine control? 1:32 - What is constipation? 2:03 - Causes of constipation 3:39 - Connection between overactive bladder and constipation 5:52 - Preventing constipation 6:48 - When should you see a doctor about constipation and urine control symptoms? 7:26 - Final thoughts Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas. To read more about constipation and urine control, check out this fact sheet: https://www.urologyhealth.org/educational-resources/constipation-and-urine-control-what-you-should-know-fact-sheet For more information, please

Our guest is Dr. Kristen Scarpato, a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She is here to talk with us about Androgen Deprivation Therapy, or ADT, for prostate cancer. She covers information such as what is ADT, questions to ask your doctor and what to expect after treatment. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section: 0:48 - Introduction 2:10 - Prostate cancer overview 3:30 - What is Androgren Deprivation Therapy (ADT)? 4:30 - Why is ADT important? 6:43 - When during treatment would ADT be considered? 9:32 - What patients benefit the most from ADT? 10:45 - What administers ADT? 12:10 - What can patients expect after ADT? 15:30 - Talking with your doctor 17:16 - Final thoughts Supported by an independent educational grant provided by Myovant Sciences LTD and Pfizer Inc. For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/hea

This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Frank Sloan, a bladder cancer survivor who speaks openly about his journey, emotions, support and strategies of bladder cancer as a way to showcase one's self-care. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn about the importance of self-care and building a support system from the personal experience of a bladder cancer survivor. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:57 - Introduction 1:40 - Experience with symptoms and getting diagnosed with bladder cancer 5:52 - Emotional aspect of getting bladder cancer after prostate cancer 6:40 - Experience of treatment and recovery with bladder cancer 8:07 - Getting involved with a bladder cancer support group 11:54 - Things learned from others at support groups 13:18 - Caregiver presence at suppo

Our guest is Colby and he is with us to talk about his life journey as a spinal cord injury survivor. Colby details how he overcame the intense struggles of becoming injured in high school, managing the new urologic conditions that came with recovery and how he ultimately found his life purpose. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:38 - When and how the injury happened 1:23 - Immediate impact of the injury on his life 3:55 - Physical and emotional recovery process 9:17 - Support from others during recovery 10:53 - Seeing a urologist and treatment for urologic conditions 17:25 - Current treatment 20:49 - Advice for patients and caregivers 23:22 - Final thoughts For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. **** October 6, 2022

On this episode we had the honor of speaking with two guests on the topic of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, or BPH. Our first guest is Dan, a patient who talks about his life before and after treatment for BPH and the overall journey he went on to find relief. Our second guest is Dr. Sankar Kausik, a urologist at Chesapeake Urology who talks about how other's may relate to Dan's journey before and after treatment. The goal of this podcast is to share a patient's story about their BPH journey to help people identify with the issue and to seek advice of a urologist. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: Dan, BPH Patient: 0:59 - Introduction 1:24 - Symptoms of BPH and seeing a urologist 3:10 - Impact of symptoms on quality of life 4:30 - Exploring treatment options 5:55 - Life after treatment 10:49 - Advice for patients, partners and caregivers on the BPH journey 11:54 - Final thoughts Dr. Sankar Kausik: 12:56 - Introduction 13:32 - How does Dan's story make you feel as a doctor? 15:46

On this episode we had the honor of speaking with two guests on the topic of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, or BPH. Our first guest is Bob, a patient who details his experience with BPH and the treatment option that worked for him. Our second guest is Dr. Bilal Chughtai, a urologist at Weill Cornell Medical College who gives a high-level overview of treatment options for men with BPH. The goal of this podcast is to share a patient story of his experience, provide patients, partners and caregivers information on diagnosing and treating BPH and highlight key questions patients may have for their doctor. Stay tuned at the end of this episode for an “Ask the Experts” segment, where Bob will get to ask Dr. Ristau some questions from a patient’s perspective. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: Bob, BPH Patient: 0:59 - Introduction 1:15 - The story (overview of symptoms, living with BPH and treatment) 5:58 - Impact of BPH on daily life and relief from treatment 7:26 - Triggers for BPH s

Our guest is Dr. Kevin McVary, a urologist who specializes in benign prostatic disease, prostate cancer and male pelvic health. He is here to talk with us about Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, also known as BPH. The goal of this podcast is to provide patients, partners and caregivers information on diagnosing and treating BPH. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:46 - Introduction 1:12 - What is BPH? 4:08 - Common symptoms of BPH 5:53 - Who is most at risk for BPH? What age do symptoms start to appear? 7:54 - How is BPH commonly diagnosed? 9:40 - Treatments for BPH 17:34 - Advice for patients, partners and caregivers on diagnosis and treatment of BPH 19:54 - Final thoughts For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. Made possible through the support of Olympus. **** September 15, 2022

Dr. Humberto Villarreal, MD is with us to talk about what Latino men should know to live a healthy life. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers gain a better understanding about the health of Latino men. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:38 – Dr. Villarreal introduction 1:10 – How can others benefit from this conversation? 1:53 – When should Latino men see a doctor? 2:33 – Which checkups/screenings should Latino men consider, why should they be considered and when they are recommend? 8:48 – What else should be on a health checklist for Latino men? 12:02 – Final thoughts For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. Funding and support for this podcast has been provided by Pfizer Oncology. **** September 8, 2022

Our guest is Dr. Kristen Scarpato, a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She is here to talk with us about all things bladder cancer. She covers information such as what is bladder cancer, symptoms, causes and treatment options. This episode gives an easy to understand overview of bladder cancer to help patients and their loved ones. Supported by an independent educational grant from Merck. For more information, please visit https://www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. **** August 4, 2022

El objetivo de este podcast es ayudar a pacientes a estar mejor preparados al momento de hablar con su equipo médico acerca de las diferentes pruebas genéticas disponibles para el tratamiento del cáncer de próstata. Se encuentra corto de tiempo? Utilice la guía de tiempos para ir al segmento que le interese oír: 0:19 – Revisión del cáncer de próstata. 1:10 - Qué son las pruebas genéticas? 2:23 – Por qué son las pruebas genéticas importantes en el cáncer de próstata? 5:30 – Cuál es el mejor momento para realizar las pruebas genéticas y poder escoger los diferentes tratamientos 7:25 – A quién se le puede ayudar con las pruebas genéticas? 9:06 – Quién hace estas pruebas? Cuáles son los pasos a seguir para pacientes 12:08 – Cuando hablar con su doctor 13:37 – Se pueden utilizar las pruebas genéticas para prevenir el cáncer de próstata? Para más información por favor visite www.UrologyHealth.org y no olvide suscribirse a nuestro magazine digital gratuito UrologyHealth. Este podcast es patrocinado por u

Dr. Suzette Sutherland is with us to talk about what you should know about your urinary system during the summertime. Are you curious about how much water you should actually be drinking every day? Wondering if that swimming pool or hot tub will increase your risk of a UTI? Do you have an upcoming trip and not sure about how to stick to a good routine? Dr. Sutherland breaks down these questions so you can worry less and enjoy your summer more! Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:55 - Introduction 1:34 - How does travel impact our urinary system? 4:07 - How much water should we actually be drinking every day? 8:50 - Can staying in a wet bathing suit cause a UTI? 12:50 - Does holding your urine cause a UTI? 15:22 - Benefits of sticking to a routine while traveling 19:46 - Advice for keeping your urinary system in check while traveling For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https

Our two guests, Dr. Rena Malik and Dr. Fenwa Milhouse, joined us during a live webinar to talk about Women's Health in Urology. Enjoy this engaging conversation where Dr. Malik and Dr. Milhouse share their thoughts on this topic in hopes that women will find more comfort in talking about their health. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 2:00 - Introductions 3:36 - Common female urologic conditions 8:45 - Why is it hard for some female urologic conditions to be diagnosed? 14:15 - What can women do when they don't feel heard by their doctor? 17:03 - How can women advocate for themselves when it comes to their health? 20:21 - Common misconceptions about women's health on social media 23:15 - How to find accurate info on social media? 27:35 - How can we normalize talking about women's health in urology? 30:23 - Q & A 36:42 - Final Thoughts For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at https

Dr. Ali Dabaja is with us to talk about home sperm testing. He details what home sperm testing is and how it can be used for infertility. The goal of this podcast episode is to bring awareness to these home sperm testing kits so more people know they have access to these resources. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:37 - Dr. Dabaja Introduction 1:04 - What is home sperm testing? 1:48 - When did home sperm testing become popular and what are its benefits? 2:52 - How accurate are these tests? 3:50 - Where can you get a home test? 4:55 - Who is a good candidate for these tests? 6:15 - Should you talk to a doctor about the results? 7:19 - When should these home tests be used? 8:05 - What is most important for patients to know about home sperm testing? 8:45 - Final thoughts For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. *

On this episode we had the honor of speaking with two guests on the topic of pheochromocytoma or an adrenal gland tumor. Our first guest is Michael Campbell, a pheochromocytoma survivor, who shares a powerful story of how he learned about his diagnosis and the journey he then had to take to fight for his life. Our second guest is Dr. Ben Ristau, a urologic oncologist at UConn Health in Connecticut and one of the doctors who ultimately helped to save Michael's life. Dr. Ristau talks about pheochromocytoma from a medical perspective and details what you should know. Stay tuned at the end of this episode for an “Ask the Experts” segment, where Michael will get to ask Dr. Ristau some questions from a patient’s perspective. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: Michael Campbell, Survivor: 1:07 - Introduction 2:12 - The story 16:41 - Recovery and where he is today 21:25 - Advice for patients and caregivers Dr. Ben Ristau: 24:28 - Introduction 26:30 - What is pheochromocytoma? 28:52 -

March is Kidney Health Month and our guest is Dr. Carmen Tong, a pediatric urologist at The University of Alabama at Birmingham and Children's of Alabama. She talks about prenatal hydronephrosis, which is a very common condition in unborn babies. Listen as Dr. Tong breaks down the basics of this condition so new and expecting parents can be more informed. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:42 - Introduction 1:14 - What is prenatal hydronephrosis? 3:17 - Diagnosis 4:57 - Treatment 7:55 - Advice for parents 9:28 - Final thoughts For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. **** March 3, 2022

February is Black History Month and The Urology Care Foundation is bringing more awareness to information that is of great value to Black men and women. We have four doctors with us to share their knowledge on Black men and women's health and how they can stay healthy in their lives. Stay tuned as Dr. McNeil, Dr. Stork, Dr. Sutherland and Dr. Moses talk about this important topic. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:38 - Introduction 1:40 - What do you think is important for people know about the Black community as it relates to urology? 3:43 - Why are people in the Black community at higher risk for some conditions? 8:21 - How can we bring more awareness of the importance of Black men and women’s health and seeing a doctor regularly? 12:40 - During Black History Month, what health advice do you think is important to share? For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at https://www.uro

Our two guests on this podcast episode talk about Bladder Exstrophy. Pamela Artigas shares her story as a mother of a child with bladder exstrophy and her work as the President and Executive VP of the Association for the Bladder Exstophy Community. Dr. Amanda North then explains more in detail the medical side of this condition. Stay tuned at the end of this episode for an “Ask the Experts” segment, where Pamela will get to ask Dr. North some questions of her own. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 1:10 - Pamela Artigas Introduction 1:49 - Pamela shares her story adopting a child with bladder exstrophy 6:58 - Challenges along the way 11:33 - Involvement in Association for the Bladder Exstrophy Community and their work 17:09 - Pamela's advice for others 19:15 - Pamela's final thoughts 20:19 - Dr. North Introduction 22:17 - What is bladder exstrophy? 27:51 - Why is bladder exstrophy not well known within pediatric urology? 32:33 - Dr. North's advice for others 34:58 - Dr. North's f

Dr. Ekene Enemchukwu, MD, MPH, FPMRS is with us to talk about Black women’s health from the perspective of a urogynecologist (female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgeon). The goal of this podcast episode is to help patients and caregivers have a better understanding about the health of Black women. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:27 – Dr. Enemchukwu introduction 1:00 – How can others benefit from this conversation? 2:28 – When should Black women see a doctor? 4:01 – Which checkups/screenings should Black women consider, why should they be considered and when they are recommend? 8:55 – What else should be on a health checklist for Black women? 12:55 – Final thoughts For more information, please visit https://www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. These resources were created in part due to a charitable donation from Astellas. **** Dec

We are back with our two guests, Dr. Eugene Lee and Dr. Casey Kowalik to discuss Overactive Bladder or OAB. If you missed part one, be sure to check out the previous podcast titled “Overactive Bladder: Learn the Basics with Dr. Eugene Lee and Dr. Casey Kowalik.” This episode picks back up as Dr. Lee and Dr. Kowalik dive deeper into the conversation of OAB and how to manage this condition on the go. Whether you have a busy lifestyle or are just looking for some relief during normal day-to-day activities, Dr. Lee and Dr. Kowalik are here to help talk about what people with OAB can do to manage their symptoms. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 1:33 – Dr. Lee on his tips for managing OAB on the go 5:02 – Can holding your bladder cause OAB? 6:18 – How to feel supported with OAB 9:08 – Most commonly asked questions 10:44 – Best advice to manage symptoms on the go and at work 11:34 – Final thoughts Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas. For more informa

Our two guests on this podcast episode talk about Overactive Bladder (OAB). Our first guest is Dr. Eugene Lee, a urologic oncologist and Associate Professor for the Department of Urology at the University of Kansas Health System. Dr. Lee joins us as a patient in this podcast, sharing his experience living with OAB. Our second guest is Dr. Kowalik, a urologist and Assistant Professor also at the University of Kansas Health System who joins in on the conversation to talk about the medical side of OAB. Curious about managing OAB on the go? Stay tuned for part two of this podcast with Dr. Lee and Dr. Kowalik. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:58 - Introduction 1:49 - Dr. Lee’s experience living with OAB 7:43 – What is OAB? 8:34 – How common is OAB? 9:31 – Symptoms of OAB 10:14 – Causes of OAB 10:57 – Diagnosing OAB 11:28 – Things you may not know about OAB Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas. For more information, please visit https://www.urolog