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June is Men’s Health Month – Take the Challenge (Week Three)

June 14, 2021  |  Men's Health  

Happy June, Guys! It’s Men’s Health Month! The American Urological Association and the Urology Care Foundation has challenged men to commit to making healthy choices that are not only great for overall health, but especially men’s urologic health. Austin Urology Institute is accepting the challenge. Join us! This month, there are four weekly “Get Up […]

Overactive Bladder and Gemtesa (Vibregon)

June 11, 2021  |  Bladder  

Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common medical condition affecting as many as 30 percent of men and 40 percent of women in the United States. It is estimated that up to 50 percent of women and 30 percent of men will have bladder control problems during their lifetime. OAB is characterized by a sudden, uncomfortable […]

What Does a Urologist Treat?

June 8, 2021  |  Austin Urology  

A urologist is a physician who specializes in diseases of the urinary tract for both men and women, as well as the male reproductive system. Before booking an appointment at an Austin urologist, consider whether the health condition in question is appropriate for a specialist of this sort. We also offer preventative men’s and women’s […]

Men’s Health Month: June Get Up And Go Challenge, Week Two

June 7, 2021  |  Diet & Nutrition  Men's Health  

Happy June Guys! It’s Men’s Health Month! The American Urological Association and the Urology Care Foundation have challenged men to commit to making healthy choices that are not only great for their overall health, but especially for their urologic health! Austin Urology Institute is accepting the challenge. Join us! This month, there are four weekly […]

Men’s Health Month: June Get Up and Go Challenge, Week One

June 2, 2021  |  Men's Health  Prostate Cancer  Testicular Cancer  

Happy June Guys! It’s Men’s Health Month! The American Urological Association and the Urology Care Foundation have challenged men to commit to making healthy choices that are not only great for their overall health, but especially for their urologic health. Austin Urology Institute is accepting the challenge. Join us! This month, there are four weekly […]

Tools To Tackle Kidney Cancer

June 1, 2021  |  Kidney Cancer  

Treatment of kidney cancer is largely based on the size and location of the tumor and whether or not it has spread or metastasized. When the tumor has spread to other organs, there are four primary treatment options: nephrectomy followed by immunotherapy, initial treatment with immunotherapy, clinical research trials and surveillance. In a prior blog, […]

What is Kidney Cancer?

May 28, 2021  |  Kidney Cancer  

Kidney cancer is a cancer that starts in the kidneys, and begins when cells there begin to grow abnormally. Tumors may be benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous). The most common non-cancerous kidney tumor is a fluid-filled area called a cyst. Simple cysts are benign and do not progress to cancer. Solid kidney tumors are cancerous […]

Austin Urology Institute Heads West to Cedar Park

May 27, 2021  |  Austin Urology  

Austin Urology Institute is committed to providing excellent service to new and established patients. To help best serve our Cedar Park patients, Austin Urology Institute has expanded their Austin urology practice to Cedar Park! Austin Monthly has consistently rated Dr. Shaw as a top doctor in Austin, and now he’s making his advanced techniques available […]

The Telemedicine Revolution Is in Full Swing

May 26, 2021  |  Austin Urology  

Austin Urology Institute has been serving its patients throughout the Austin area with a robust telemedicine program since 2017, long before the pandemic. Our technology is intuitive and easy to use on any computer or phone. Additionally, if there are any technology hiccups, our providers are available to call as well. This program is available […]

Georgetown Urology Clinic Keeps North Austin Healthy

May 25, 2021  |  Austin Urology  Bladder  Diet & Nutrition  Erectile Dysfunction  Low Testosterone  Men's Health  Nutrition  Sexual Health (ED, Hormones, & Fertility)  

Austin Urology Institute wants to keep you healthy! Often, treatments for typical urologic conditions can be more effective when supplemented with improved nutrition. Austin Urology Institute is unique in that we take an individualized approach to the urologic conditions of each patient and look at the whole picture, including nutrition! How do we do this? […]

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