Urology Care Podcast
The Urology Care Foundation is the official foundation of the American Urological Association. We support reliable patient education on urology health issues. Learn more at UrologyHealth.org.
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What is Urology? with Dr. Kevin McVary
04/25/2024
What is Urology? with Dr. Kevin McVary
Our guest is Dr. Kevin McVary, Director of the Center for Male Health and Professor in the Department of Urology at the Stritch School of Medicine, Loyola University Medical Center. He helps to answer the question, "What is Urology?" and gives insight into what it takes to become a urologist. For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at **** April 25, 2024
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Clinical Trial Basics with Dr. Nitin Yerram
03/28/2024
Clinical Trial Basics with Dr. Nitin Yerram
Clinical Trial Basics Our guest is Dr. Nitin Yerram, director of urologic research and director of urologic oncology at Hackensack University Medical Center, in the department of urology. He talks with us about what you should know about clinical trials so patients and caregivers can be more informed. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section: 00:41-Introduction 01:00-What is a clinical trial? 02:13-Phase of a clinical trial 05:20-Could clinical trials offer better care than standard treatments? 06:48-Who should take part in a clinical trial? 08:12-Benefits of taking part in a clinical trial 09:54-Positive feedback about clinical trials 12:14-Questions for patients and caregivers to ask their doctor 13:23-Privacy and rights of the patient during a clinical trial 16:10-Fees to know about with clinical trials 17:25-Where to find resources about clinical trials 19:21-Final thoughts Supported by an independent educational grant from Merck. For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at **** March 28, 2024
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Urology Mythbusters: Truth vs. Myth with Dr. Kyle Richards and Dr. Ruchika Talwar
02/22/2024
Urology Mythbusters: Truth vs. Myth with Dr. Kyle Richards and Dr. Ruchika Talwar
We have two guests with us who specialize in urologic oncology to talk urology mythbusters. Dr Kyle Richards is a urologist at the University of Wisconsin and Dr. Ruchika Talwar is a urologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Want to know the truth behind these urologic mythbusters? Listen along and put your knowledge to the test! Topics covered: -Holding your urine and bladder problems -Vasectomies -Kegel exercises -Penile fractures -UTIs For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at . **** February 22, 2024
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Women’s Health Series: Sexual Health during Menopause Goes Beyond Just Having Sex
12/20/2023
Women’s Health Series: Sexual Health during Menopause Goes Beyond Just Having Sex
The goal of this podcast is to talk about changes in sexual and vaginal health that women may have during menopause, as well as ways to help. We discuss how sexual and vaginal health may impact quality of life, and how seeking help for these changes may go beyond just having sex. We have Dr. Suzette Sutherland back with us to discuss this topic. Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas. For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at . **** December 20, 2023
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Women’s Health Series: The Role of Hormones during Menopause
12/18/2023
Women’s Health Series: The Role of Hormones during Menopause
This is the second podcast of a three-part series, and the goal of this podcast is to talk about what women may go through during menopause and how hormones like estrogen and other hormone-free aids can help. In this podcast, we talk about quality of life and why it may be of great value to know that the changes in symptoms women experience can be managed and do not just have to be a part of aging. We have with us, again, Dr. Suzette Sutherland to discuss this topic with us. Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas. For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at . **** December 18, 2023
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Women’s Health Series: Perimenopause, Menopause and You
12/14/2023
Women’s Health Series: Perimenopause, Menopause and You
This is the first podcast of a three-part series, and the goal of this podcast is to help people learn about perimenopause and menopause, and talk about ways to help with these changes. In this podcast, we talk about midlife and menopausal symptoms such as vasomotor or hot flashes, changes in women's menstrual cycles, mood and sleep changes, bladder leaks and sexual health and vaginal changes. We have Dr. Suzette Sutherland with us to discuss this topic. Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas. For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at . **** December 14, 2023
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From Healing to Hope: Urologists Share Their Passion for Changing Lives Around the World
11/09/2023
From Healing to Hope: Urologists Share Their Passion for Changing Lives Around the World
In this episode, we have two of the Urology Care Foundation’s Humanitarian Grant Program Recipients with us to talk about their passion for helping bring care to others. The work these doctors do across the world helps the lives of patients and their families. Listen along as Rajiv K. Singal, MD, FRCSC and Dana Weiss, MD share their stories. For more information about Humanitarians in Urology, check out our website here: . For more information about urology, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at **** November 9, 2023
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War, Urology and Fertility with Tupper Stevens
10/12/2023
War, Urology and Fertility with Tupper Stevens
Our guest is Tupper Stevens, manager of Museum and Archives for the William P. Didusch Center for Urologic History. She talks with us about genitourinary trauma and how war impacts fertility for men over the years. For information on Urotrauma, check out this fact sheet: For more information, please subscribe to our free digital magazine, **** October 12, 2023
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Sexual Function after Prostate Cancer with Dr. Stacy Loeb and Dr. Daniela Wittmann
09/28/2023
Sexual Function after Prostate Cancer with Dr. Stacy Loeb and Dr. Daniela Wittmann
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we sat down with two guests on the topic of sexual function after prostate cancer treatment. Dr. Stacy Loeb is a professor of urology and population health at NYU and the Manhattan VA. Dr. Daniela Wittmann is a clinical associate professor emerita at the University of Michigan, Department of Urology. For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at . **** September 29, 2023
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Pediatric Urology: Is Your Child's Penis Size Healthy?
08/24/2023
Pediatric Urology: Is Your Child's Penis Size Healthy?
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we sat down with Dr. Courtney Rowe, a pediatric urologist at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center in Hartford, CT. Dr. Rowe talks about how parents can know if their child’s penis size is healthy. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: (00:42)-Introduction (01:13)-What does a healthy penis look like? (03:29)-Overview of medical terms for boy's bodies (04:41)-Why do some parents worry about the size of their child's penis? (05:56)-What are some reasons why a child's penis may look small? (10:31)-When should a parent be worried about their child's penis size? (13:34)- Advice for parents For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. **** August 24, 2023
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Hormone Sensitive Prostate Cancer (HSPC) with Dr. Daniel Parker
07/06/2023
Hormone Sensitive Prostate Cancer (HSPC) with Dr. Daniel Parker
Our guest is Dr. Daniel Parker, an associate professor at the University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, who specializes in urologic oncology. He is here to talk with us about Hormone Sensitive Prostate Cancer and treatment intensification. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section: (00:38)-Introduction (01:02)-What is Hormone Sensitive Prostate Cancer (HSPC)? (02:25)-How common is HSPC? (04:01)-Types of treatment intensification for HSPC (07:16)-What can patients and caregivers expect after treatment for HSPC? (10:46)-Questions for patients and caregivers to ask their doctor (15:35)-Advice for patients and caregivers about treatment for HSPC (17:56)-Final thoughts Supported by an independent educational grant from Astellas and Pfizer, Inc. For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. **** July 6, 2023
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Men's Sexual Health with Dr. Denise Asafu-Adjei and Dr. Amarnath Rambhatla
06/15/2023
Men's Sexual Health with Dr. Denise Asafu-Adjei and Dr. Amarnath Rambhatla
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we sat down with two guests on the topic of men’s sexual health. Our first guest, Dr. Denise Asafu-Adjei, is the Assistant Professor of Urology at Loyola University Chicago-Stritch School of medicine, where she serves as the Medical Director of Male Reproductive Medicine. She also holds a dual appointment at the Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health. She is a strong advocate of equal healthcare access for all patients. Our second guest, Dr. Amarnath Rambhatla, is the Director of Men’s Health at the Henry Ford Vattikuti Urology Institute. His specialty areas include male infertility, low testosterone, sexual dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease and vasectomy. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: (00:59)-Introduction (01:38)-Why is men's sexual health important? (03:35)-Common male urologic conditions (07:04)-What is testosterone? (10:32)-What common urologic symptoms bring men to the doctor? (13:20-Can sexual health issues be linked to other health concerns? (15:44)-Role of lifestyle and genetics in sexual health (16:56)-Male infertility (20:40)-Biggest challenge men face around their sexual health (23:14)-How can others encourage and support men's sexual health? (26:19)-Advancements in men's sexual health space? (28:33)-Advice for patients and partners For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at **** June 15, 2023
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Spina Bifida and One Family's Journey from Pediatric to Adult Urology
06/01/2023
Spina Bifida and One Family's Journey from Pediatric to Adult Urology
Our guest is Patti, the mother of a child living with Spina Bifida. Patti shares her family's story of caregiving for a child with Spina Bifida, the transition from pediatric to adult urology and her work in the Spina Bifida community. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: (00:42)-Introduction (01:03)-What is Spina Bifida? (01:38)-Being a parent and caregiver (05:10)-Pediatric urology experience for Patti and her family (08:00)-How can other caregivers prepare for their pediatric urology appointments? (11:57)-When to start thinking about moving from pediatric to adult urology? (15:26)-What are some important questions to ask about moving from pediatric to adult urology? (20:04)-Patti's work in the Spina Bifida community (25:21)-Final thoughts and advice for parents and caregivers For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at . **** June 1, 2023
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Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC) with Dr. Aaron Potretzke
05/18/2023
Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC) with Dr. Aaron Potretzke
Our guest is Dr. Aaron Potretzke, an Associate Professor of Urology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He is here to talk with us about Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC). The goal of this podcast is to help patients diagnosed with UTUC and their caregivers navigate their personal care and feel empowered to make informed decisions about their treatment and care. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section: (0:55)-Introduction (01:07)-What is UTUC? (02:25)-How common is UTUC? (03:16)-Who is at risk and at what age do symptoms start? (04:42)-What are common symptoms of UTUC? (05:38)-What are the types of UTUC? (06:42)-What is the risk of recurrence with low-grade UTUC? (07:35)-How is UTUC diagnosed? (08:58)-What are the treatments for UTUC? (11:50)-Advice for patients and caregivers (12:25)-Final thoughts UroGen® Pharma is proud to support the Urology Care Foundation in its quest to educate patients. For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at **** May 18, 2023
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Bladder Cancer Caregivers - Caring for a Cancer Survivor with Heather Honoré Goltz, PhD
04/27/2023
Bladder Cancer Caregivers - Caring for a Cancer Survivor with Heather Honoré Goltz, PhD
This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Heather Honoré Goltz, an oncology social worker and researcher, as well as the Professor of Social Work at University of Houston-Downtown. Heather is also a bladder cancer caregiver and speaks to her experience of caregiving for her grandmother. The goal of this podcast is to shed light on the caregiving aspect from the perspective of a bladder cancer caregiver to understand how to support a loved one going through bladder cancer and how the journey impacts the caregiver. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: (01:22)-Introduction (02:31)-The start of being a caregiver (10:59)-Being an advocate and asking questions (14:00)-Emotional impact of being a caregiver and coping (30:23)-Learning about yourself as a caregiver and advice for other caregivers (33:16)-Final thoughts Patient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas. For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at . **** April 27, 2023
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Bladder Cancer Caregivers - Caring for Sexual Health with Dr. Daniela Wittmann
04/20/2023
Bladder Cancer Caregivers - Caring for Sexual Health with Dr. Daniela Wittmann
This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Daniela Wittmann, an Associate Professor in the Department of Urology at the University of Michigan and a certified sex therapist and sex therapy supervisor. The goal of this podcast is to provide perspective for patients and caregivers on sexual recovery after cancer treatment. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: (00:58)-Introduction (01:25)-How does a sexual health expert work with caregivers (i.e. partners & spouses)? (02:42)-Effect of cancer treatment on sexual health and intimacy (05:49)-Common concerns about sexual health from people living with bladder cancer (06:52)-How can a person’s background and age impact sexual health? (09:12)-How can a sexual health therapist help people living with bladder cancer feel ready to seek help? (11:00)-General thoughts about sexual health and bladder cancer treatment (13:27)-Next steps for people living with bladder cancer and their partner seeking treatment (14:31)-Final thoughts Patient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas. For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at . **** April 20, 2023
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Bladder Cancer Caregivers – Caring in the Community with Dr. Fenwa Milhouse
04/13/2023
Bladder Cancer Caregivers – Caring in the Community with Dr. Fenwa Milhouse
This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Fenwa Milhouse, a board-certified urologist in Chicago who is fellowship trained in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive urology. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn how everyday community activities may impact bladder cancer, such as haircare, professions and underserved populations. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: (00:58)-Introduction (01:38)-Underserved communities and urology (03:53)-How can everyday community activities such as haircare and other similar professions impact bladder cancer? (07:09)-Advice to reduce workplace exposure (09:01)-Value of community for bladder cancer caregiving (14:00)-Final thoughts Patient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas. For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at **** April 13, 2023
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Bladder Cancer Caregivers – Getting More Informed with Dr. Sima Porten
04/06/2023
Bladder Cancer Caregivers – Getting More Informed with Dr. Sima Porten
This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Sima Porten, a urologic oncologist at the University of California, San Francisco. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers with tools for shared decision making about diagnosis and treatment for bladder cancer. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: (01:04)-Introduction (01:19)-Overview, symptoms and who is most affected by bladder cancer (03:12)-Most common treatment options (06:38)-Genetic testing for bladder cancer (10:02)-Getting more informed about treatment options (12:13)-Questions to ask your doctor (15:26)-Advice for those living with bladder cancer and caregivers (17:18)-Final thoughts Patient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas. For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at **** April 6, 2023
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Bladder Cancer Caregivers - Self-Care with Survivor Frank Sloan, PhD
04/03/2023
Bladder Cancer Caregivers - Self-Care with Survivor Frank Sloan, PhD
This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Frank Sloan, a bladder cancer survivor who speaks openly about his journey, emotions, support and strategies of bladder cancer as a way to showcase one's self-care. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn about the importance of self-care and building a support system from the personal experience of a bladder cancer survivor. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: (0:57)-Introduction (01:40)-Experience with symptoms and getting diagnosed with bladder cancer (05:52)-Emotional aspect of getting bladder cancer after prostate cancer (06:40)-Experience of treatment and recovery with bladder cancer (08:07)-Getting involved with a bladder cancer support group (11:54)-Things learned from others at support groups (13:18)-Caregiver presence at support groups (17:26)-Self-care dealing with anxiety around follow up appointments (18:17)-Things learned about himself and about those who supported him (20:37)-Advice for patients and caregivers Patient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas. For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. **** November 3, 2022
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Female Sexual Dysfunction with Dr. Maria Uloko and Dr. Suzette Sutherland
03/30/2023
Female Sexual Dysfunction with Dr. Maria Uloko and Dr. Suzette Sutherland
On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we sat down with two guests on the topic of female sexual dysfunction. Our first guest is Dr. Suzette Sutherland, the director of female urology at the University of Washington in Seattle. She has focused her 20 year career on women’s pelvic health to include urinary incontinence, bladder dysfunction, pelvic prolapse surgery and female sexual health. Our second guest is Dr. Maria Uloko, a urologist with a focus in comprehensive sexual medicine, prosthesis and reconstruction. She is the assistant professor at the University of California, San Diego. She currently serves as the Director of Vulvar Health in the department of Urology and is a researcher with a focus in sexual health. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: (00:00)-Start<br> (01:15)-Introduction<br> (03:41)-The four categories of sexual health<br> (08:51)-How to help with desire?<br> (17:43)-What is the vulva?<br> (19:20)-Importance of the clitoris<br> (23:10)-Orgasm: Clitoral vs. Vaginal<br> (28:01)-Painful sex<br> (35:34)-Where do we go from here?<br> (38:25)-Final thoughts<br> For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at . **** March 30, 2023
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Urology Mythbusters: Truth vs. Myth with Dr. Lori Lerner and Dr. Arthur Burnett
02/02/2023
Urology Mythbusters: Truth vs. Myth with Dr. Lori Lerner and Dr. Arthur Burnett
We have two guests with us to talk urology mythbusters. Dr. Lori Lerner is an Associate Professor of Urology at Boston University and works as the Section Chief of Urology and Deputy Chief of Surgery at the Veteran's Affairs Boston Healthcare System. Dr. Arthur Burnett is a faculty member at John's Hopkins University School of Medicine, and is the Director of the Sexual Medicine and Urologic Reconstructive Fellowship at Johns Hopkins. Want to know the truth behind these urologic mythbusters? Listen along and put your knowledge to the test! Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:56 - Introductions 2:09 - Myth 1: You can catch something by sitting on a public toilet 3:53 - Myth 2: Dark yellow urine means a person is dehydrated 5:39 - Myth 3: Infertility is more common in women than in men 9:47 - Myth 4: Erectile dysfunction is super common and highly treatable 17:37 - Myth 5: Getting up at night a lot to pass urine is a sign of a large prostate 24:52 - Myth 6: The only way to enhance men's sexual health is through testosterone therapy 29:20 - Final thoughts Check out Dr. Arthur Burnett's book here: "The Manhood Rx: Every Man's Guide to Improving Sexual Health and Overall Wellness" ('s-guide-to-improving-sexual-health-and-overall-wellness) For more information, please visit and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at . **** February 2, 2023
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Urology Care Podcast Let's Talk Mental Health and Urology with Heather Honoré Goltz, PhD and Dr. Samuel Washington
01/27/2023
Urology Care Podcast Let's Talk Mental Health and Urology with Heather Honoré Goltz, PhD and Dr. Samuel Washington
Our two guests talk about mental health and its impact on urologic conditions and disease for patients and caregivers. Our first guest is Heather Honoré Goltz, PhD, an oncology social worker and researcher, as well as the Professor of Social Work at University of Houston-Downtown. Our second guest is Dr. Samuel Washington, a urologic oncologist at University of California, San Francisco. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 1:08 - Introduction 2:21 – Working in the mental health space 5:18 - Talking to a doctor about mental health 9:59 - When is mental health first talked about with a new diagnosis? 15:30 - Advice on taking care of one’s mental health 21:06 - Final thoughts on mental health and urology For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at . **** January 5, 2023
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