Prostate Cancer

What’s So Rad About a Radical Prostatectomy?

January 22, 2019  |  Prostate Cancer  Robotic Surgery  

Not a laughing matter  We all joke about the ol’ ‘Turn your head, and cough’, but approximately one out of nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime, and that’s nothing to giggle at. Prostate cancer is a disease that typically develops in more mature men, with about six out of ten […]

ProstateNext: Genetic Testing for Prostate Cancer

October 2, 2018  |  Prostate Cancer  

Genetic testing is here and it is changing the way we approach prostate cancer screening for patients AND their families.  The genes you inherit from your parents can play a huge role in determining your risk for prostate cancer. Research has identified several inherited genes that can increase your risk for the development of prostate […]

Prostate Cancer Awareness with Fox 7 News

October 1, 2018  |  Enlarged Prostate  Prostate Cancer  TV Appearances  

Dr. Koushik Shaw with the Austin Urology Institute discusses prostate cancer on Fox 7 News. Watch the interview at learn more about prostate cancer at the link below. http://www.fox7austin.com/good-day/prostate-cancer-awareness#/

The Nuts and Bolts of Robotics

September 14, 2018  |  Bladder  Kidney Cancer  Kidney Health  Prostate Cancer  Robotic Surgery  

Robotics. It may sound Star Wars-related or like a futuristic concept to some, but in reality robotic surgery has been around for many years. The very first robotic surgical procedure, a gall bladder removal, took place in 1987. The benefits of DaVinci robotics are so encouraging that the technique is widely used in many different […]

Taking Pride In Helping You Pee

August 31, 2018  |  Bladder  Prostate Cancer  

People take pride in things for different reasons. Some people boast about their long lost years in athletics, some like bragging about how many Netflix marathons they digest on a weekly basis, and others might gloat about how much lemonade they can chug in one sitting. At the Austin Urology Institute, our claim to fame […]

Trust Our Tech To Treat Your Urologic Cancer

June 26, 2018  |  Bladder  Kidney Cancer  Kidney Health  Men's Health  Prostate Cancer  Robotic Surgery  

We understand how shocking a diagnosis of a urologic cancer can be. In those difficult times you deserve the best treatment. You need an experienced medical team willing to discuss the full range of treatments available to you, including surgical options. Look for a surgeon who utilizes the latest technology and provides a friendly, comforting […]

Giving a Live On-Air Prostate Exam

September 21, 2017  |  Prostate Cancer  TV Appearances  

It’s prostate cancer awareness month so as a urologist, it is our civic duty to inform the public about the most common cancer among men. Aside from examining and treating our patients with advanced procedures like the robotic prostatectomy, Dr. Shaw takes to the airwaves on KLBJ FM to inform the public about men’s health […]

Dr. Shaw Talks Prostate Health and UroNav with KXAN

June 26, 2017  |  Enlarged Prostate  Men's Health  Prostate Cancer  

Dr. Shaw made one of his frequent appearances on Austin’s KXAN news this weekend to spread the word about some important men’s health issues during Men’s Health Month. Dr. Shaw breaks down when you should get a prostate cancer screening, the importance of both PSA testing and physical exams and the value of a new […]

Dr. Shaw On Fox 7

September 30, 2016  |  Prostate Cancer  TV Appearances  

With Prostate Cancer Awareness Month ending soon, Dr. Shaw took to television to give Austin one final reminder about the importance of prostate cancer screenings and prevention.

Robotic Prostatectomy Vs Traditional Procedures

September 15, 2016  |  Prostate Cancer  Robotic Surgery  

Dr. Koushik Shaw and Austin Urology Institute have been leading the way in robotic cancer surgery in Central Texas. This September, during Prostate Cancer Awareness month, it’s especially important to be aware of the dangers of prostate cancer and to know what types of treatment are available. This infographic breaks down the differences between a robotic […]

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