Expert Insights

Your Urinary Issues Aren’t Normal, They’re Dangerous

June 20, 2019  |  Bladder  

Most men, as they get older, begin to experience urinary problems. This is due to the benign growth of the prostate as men age, also called benign prostate hyperplasia or BPH. This is a common, progressive urological condition, typically beginning around age 50 with 50% of men exhibiting some signs of BPH at age 60. […]

The Elusive Danger of Prostate Cancer

June 15, 2019  |  Uncategorized  

Prostate cancer is a significant health problem in the United States with about one in nine men diagnosed with prostate cancer in his lifetime. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men (not including skin cancer) and is one of the leading causes of cancer death among men. Prostate cancer develops mainly in older […]

Why Kidney Cancer Is Something to Worry About

June 12, 2019  |  Uncategorized  

What is Kidney Cancer? Kidney cancer occurs when cells in the body 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. But solid kidney tumors are cancerous more than […]

Psychological Erectile Dysfunction

June 8, 2019  |  Erectile Dysfunction  Men's Health  

Causes of Erectile Dysfunction Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a medical term that describes the inability to achieve and/or maintain an erection adequate for sexual function. ED has many causes, but one of the more common is psychological erectile dysfunction. This condition, sometimes called mental impotence, is one of the most common sexual issues for men […]

7 All-Natural Ways to Boost Your Testosterone

June 5, 2019  |  Low Testosterone  Men's Health  The/Age  

 Low testosterone (defined as lower than 220 to 350 nanograms of testosterone per deciliter of blood serum) impacts quality of life dramatically. From low libido, fatigue, loss of energy, depression, mood changes, erectile dysfunction, infertility, difficulty with weight loss, decrease in muscle mass, lack of motivation, decrease in mental clarity and sleep disturbances to the […]

How Biomarkers are Changing Cancer Detection Forever

May 31, 2019  |  Uncategorized  

Prostate cancer is a significant health problem in the United States with about one in nine men diagnosed in his lifetime. The average age of prostate cancer diagnosis being 66. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men (not including skin cancer). It is also one of the leading causes of cancer death among […]

Is a Robot Changing Surgery Forever?

May 28, 2019  |  Uncategorized  

Two decades ago Intuitive Surgical introduced the future in modern medical practice: the da Vinci Robotics Surgical System. Since the system’s inception in 2000, Austin Urology Institute and Dr. Koushik Shaw have been among the very first in the state to implement the modern marvel into their practice. He has since amassed 15 years of […]

A Scary Stat for African-American Males

May 15, 2019  |  Enlarged Prostate  Prostate Cancer  

Scary Stats About Prostate Cancer Prostate cancer is terrifying. It’s not hard to see why, either. Prostate cancer is a significant health problem in the United States with about one in nine men diagnosed in their lifetime. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in men (not including skin cancer). As if its prevalence wasn’t […]

Is Your Job Giving You Bladder Cancer?

May 9, 2019  |  Bladder  

Work is stressful enough. Then add on top of it the additional concern that it may be making you sick. Not sick of your job, but actually physically sick. For example, would you be surprised if where you work and the materials you came into contact with could be causing bladder cancer? The fact of […]

Cancer Treating Robot Technology Has Arrived in Austin

May 7, 2019  |  Uncategorized  

The Da Vinci Single Port System Da Vinci is the name of the series of robotic machines from Intuitive that are able to assist and perform in surgical tasks. Da Vinci machines have been integral in advancing the field of surgery. The Intuitive company dedicates itself to precision, consistency, and progress-exactly what you need in […]

Virtual Visits Available

We offer both in-clinic and remote telemedicine consultations worldwide.

Book Now