October 22, 2014 | Uncategorized
Cancer fighting technology is continually evolving and we’re always striving at Austin Urology Institute to provide the best and most advanced care. One of the foremost examples of this commitment is our robotic surgery unit, which is capable of treating prostate cancer in unprecedented ways. How is prostate cancer treated with robotics? A radical robotic […]
June 26, 2014 | Uncategorized
Dr. Koushik Shaw talks about his decision to start the Austin Urology Institute in this recent post on Hastings Humans‘ The Good Call Blog. Here’s a snippet from the article: “Unlike large group practices that are run similar to chain restaurants – one standardized product every patient receives – Austin Urology Institute prides itself on […]
June 13, 2014 | Uncategorized
What happens to sperm after a vasectomy? After a vasectomy, the sperm continues to be produced, however they do not travel through the vas deferens due to the vasectomy. If the sperm have nowhere to go, they are broken down and absorbed by the body. In rare cases, sperm may collect in a cyst of […]
May 13, 2014 | Low Testosterone Men's Health Uncategorized
Testosterone is essential for many bodily functions. It is a steroid sex hormone, which is mostly produced by the testicles that get signals from the pituitary gland in the brain. While the majority is made in the testicles, about 5% is made by the adrenal glands that sit on top of the kidney. Testosterone is […]
April 27, 2014 | Uncategorized
Dr. Shaw and the Austin Urology Institute are proud to be amongst the first to offer genetic testing for prostate cancer. As you may have read, there has been a lot of debate and discussion in regards to the diagnosis, management, and treatment of prostate cancer. What we have learned, in a general sense, that […]
January 10, 2014 | Uncategorized
Austin Urology Institute is proud to be amongst the first to offer Xiaflex as the first FDA approved treatment for men with Peyronie’s Disease. Peyronie’s disease is a painful condition involving curvature of the penis as a result of traumatic intercourse. The penis has two chambers, the corpus cavernosum, that fill with blood during an […]
August 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
The Austin Urology Institute was recently profiled by ShoreTel Sky in their The Modern Company blog. Dr. Koushik Shaw discusses his decision to start his own practice at a time when many doctors are choosing to join larger group practices. With our independence we were able to craft a superior patient experience. Read the full interview with […]
June 20, 2013 | Uncategorized
While the construction plans for expansive, state-of-the-art medical school facilities are not entirely set in stone, the anticipation is palpable. The Dell Medical School as it is proposed will cost $334 million to construct, and will encompass 515,000 square feet of the University of Texas Austin campus. This new center for academics and research will […]
June 10, 2013 | Uncategorized
Kidney stones are very common in both men and women, especially during the hot summer months when we need to stay well hydrated. While some people may not have any complaints, typical symptoms include severe back or groin pain, burning with urination, blood in the urine, and having to urinate frequently. Although stones may appear […]
June 3, 2013 | Uncategorized
Have you been experiencing low energy, decreased sex drive, or depressed mood for a significant period of time? These could be signs and symptoms of low testosterone. Testosterone is a hormone responsible for many important functions such as sperm production, energy, mood, sexual arousal, and the building of muscle mass, to name a few. Low […]
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