Urethral stricture, or a blockage in the urethra, is a narrowing of the tube that carries urine out of the body. This can make urination difficult, leading to symptoms like a weak stream, frequent urges, or discomfort. It can result from injury, infection, or inflammation. Treatment often involves procedures to restore normal urine flow.
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Meet Dr. Jay Simhan
Chair and Professor, Temple Urology and Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, Fox Chase - Temple Urologic Institute
Carol and Lou Della Penna Endowed Chair in Urologic Cancer Survivorship
Director of Reconstructive and Prosthetic Urology, Temple Health
Professor of Urology, Fox Chase Cancer Center/Temple Health
Fellowship Program Director, Reconstructive Urology, Fox Chase - Temple Urologic Institute
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As a reconstructive urologist, I surgically manage the functional restoration of all urologic organs – specifically, the kidneys, ureter, bladder, urethra, and penis. My interest in becoming a reconstructive urologist arose from my desire to beneficially impact a patient’s quality of life. Many of the patients I see have quality of life problems from a cancer treatment itself. Indeed, the purpose of such cancer treatments are to extend a patient’s lifespan; my focus, specifically, is to optimize a patient’s quality of life.
