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 […]
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 […]
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#/
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
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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