Expert Insights

Why You Keep Getting UTIs

November 22, 2016  |  Bladder  UTIs  

  Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) are no fun. It’s not unusual to get a UTI every once in a while and they are generally treated pretty easily with antibiotics, but if you’re getting them frequently, it may be time to see a doctor. We tend to think of UTIs in younger women as being associated […]

How Bladder Cancer Hides in Women

November 16, 2016  |  Bladder  Women's Health  

This week, we’re continuing our series on the bladder for Bladder Health Month. Today, we’re talking about bladder cancer, and specifically bladder cancer in women.  Like many urologic problems, we tend to think of bladder cancer as something that affects older men. There is some truth to this. Of the estimate 77,000 new cases of […]

What Are Kidney Cysts?

November 15, 2016  |  Kidney Health  

Kidney cysts are fluid filled pouches that form on the kidney. It is not well known as to why these form. Most of the time they are found incidentally during an ultrasound or Cat Scan (CT). There is some evidence that suggests males tend to have renal cysts more than females. Statistics show that 50% of the population older than age […]

Bedwetting Doesn’t Just Affect Children

November 10, 2016  |  Incontinence  

November is Bladder Health month and we’re highlighting a few topics that don’t get much attention throughout the year. This week, we’re covering adult bedwetting (or, as urologists call it, nocturia.) Nocturia affects 5 million adults across the United States, which hopefully makes you feel less alone if you have the occasional accident.  You may […]

Urolift Featured in Wall Street Journal

November 2, 2016  |  Enlarged Prostate  

Urolift, an alternative treatment for enlarged prostate, was recently featured in the Wall Street Journal. At Austin Urology Institute, we offer Urolift to our patients and we’re pleased to see this great option for men going mainstream. Hopefully, increased awareness will lead to more men seeking treatment for BPH.  Check out the full article on […]

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.

Burning Urology Questions with Dudley and Bob

September 15, 2016  |  Uncategorized  

Dr. Shaw made one of his regular house calls to Dudley & Bob + Matt of KLBJ FM the other day to help the people of Austin with their urologic issues. This time around, Dr. Shaw fielded questions about testicular pain, erectile dysfunction and blood in semen. Check out the entire segment on below or on […]

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 […]

Protect Your Prostate

September 7, 2016  |  Uncategorized  

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness month, which means it’s the perfect time to review the best ways to protect yourself from this common disease. Prostate cancer is the most common cancer in the United States after skin cancer, so all men need to be on alert for signs and symptoms. In order to help you […]

What is Peyronie’s Disease?

August 22, 2016  |  Peyronie's Disease  

You’re probably familiar with plaque on your teeth, and maybe even plaque in your arteries, but did you know that you can develop a plaque buildup in your penis? Plaque buildup in the penis can cause it to curve at a severe angle, impacting your ability to have sex. This condition is called Peyronie’s Disease. […]

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