Vesicoureteral Reflux (VUR) is a condition where urine flows backward from the bladder towards the kidneys, often due to a valve not closing properly. This can increase the risk of kidney infections, which may cause symptoms like fever or painful urination. Management varies from watchful waiting to medication or surgery, all focused on protecting kidney health and preventing complications.
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Associate Professor of Urology, Fox Chase Cancer Center/Temple Health
Associate Professor of Urology, Fox Chase Cancer Center and Temple Health, Philadelphia, PA
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I am a urologist specializing in the medical, procedural, and surgical management of urinary symptoms in men and women including urinary leakage and difficulty urinating, female urethral disorders, pelvic organ prolapse, and bladder dysfunction caused by a neurologic condition, injury, or cancer treatment.
The conditions I treat can have a profound impact on quality of life and may lead to physical and emotional discomfort and social isolation. I recognize my patients’ need for approachable, comforting, and compassionate care that will allow them to navigate their symptoms and treatment options. Together, we develop an individualized diagnostic and treatment plan that focuses on understanding why symptoms are present and how we can best manage them.
