The Truth About Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH): Myth vs. Fact
As men age, the male prostate enlarges naturally. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a condition that occurs when it enlarges to the point where it constricts the urethra, causing problems with urination. Symptoms occur because, due to the growth of the prostate gland, the bladder struggles to squeeze out urine and has more difficulty emptying […]
Seven Debunked Myths About Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)
A UTI is defined as an infection that occurs anywhere within the urinary system. They are very treatable, but that certainly does not make them any less bothersome. They typically occur when bacteria enter the urinary tract through the urethra (this can happen in a number of ways) and begin to grow in the bladder. […]
Physicians at Partners In Urology Awarded Top Doctor Distinctions by New Jersey Monthly
We are excited to announce that Dr. Anthony Catanese and Dr. Neel Shah have both been named Top Doctor for 2016 by New Jersey Monthly magazine. Drs. Catanese and Shah were two of 1,069 physicians to be chosen for this honor out of 24,230 physicians in the state. How are physicians chosen to be Top […]
Q&A With Dr. Lori Jones
As a female urologist, Dr. Lori Jones represents a rare breed. Out of approximately 9,600 urologists in the U.S., only eight to 12 percent are, in fact, women. Interestingly enough, a 2016 study reported that female urological patients actually prefer female urologists. So although they are hard to come by, they are increasingly in high […]
Prostate Cancer Is No Laughing Matter: Funnyman Ben Stiller Reveals Diagnosis and Credits PSA Test With Saving His Life
Recently, actor Ben Stiller announced to the world that he had been diagnosed with and treated for prostate cancer. Known for his roles in popular films such as Zoolander, There’s Something About Mary and Meet the Fockers, the comedic star credited his success in beating this deadly disease to the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test given […]
The Progress of Prostate Cancer: New Study Sheds Light on the Efficacy of Early Treatment
Prostate cancer is the most common form of cancer in American men. More often than not, prostate cancer develops slowly over time, and the majority of men with this form of cancer do not die from it. In fact, a new study recently released by The New England Journal of Medicine is changing the way […]
Partners in Urology Now Offering the UroLift® System: The Latest in Minimally-Invasive Treatment for BPH
What is UroLift? UroLift is a minimally invasive treatment option for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a condition in which the prostate becomes enlarged and squeezes the urethra. As a result, patients with BPH may experience symptoms, including: A need to frequently empty the bladder, especially at night A sensation that the bladder is not empty, […]
Learn the Latest Through Our New Blog Section!
The team at Partners in Urology is pleased to announce that a new blog page will be added to our website. Through this page, patients will be able to learn: News and events regarding the practice The most current trends in the industry, such as new treatment techniques Tips for keeping the urological system healthy from […]