Dr. Rebecca Meekins patients that have been too busy to take time off of work to have a surgical procedure to fix urinary leaking have found relief with a urethral bulking agent. Women who leak when they laugh, sneeze, cough or exercise are candidates. What exactly are urethral bulking agents? They are substances injected into…
At Virginia Urology, we know managing your health can be overwhelming – but there are ways to make things easier. We offer eligible patients a Medicare-sponsored program that allows us to proactively help manage your health, even when you’re not visiting the office. Our new CareHarmony Care Coordination Service includes monthly telephone assistance between regular…
Dr. Michael Byrne discusses hydration as an important cornerstone of maintaining optimal health, particularly when it comes to preventing kidney stones. Kidney stones are hard deposits made of minerals and salts that form inside your kidneys. They can cause severe pain and urinary issues, significantly impacting your quality of life. Here’s why staying hydrated is…
A Vasectomy is one of the most effective forms of birth control, second only to abstinence. So it’s no surprise that around half a million men get the procedure each year. (1) Typically, men get a vasectomy when they’re sure they don’t want any more children. It’s often considered a permanent form of birth control.…
