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Male Urology

We’re committed to providing you with the best care for all types of urology conditions. From robotic-assisted surgery to sexual dysfunction solutions, we offer the latest medical and surgical techniques.

Medically reviewed by Marc Dall'Era, M.D. on Aug. 22, 2023.

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Specialized Services Driven by Research

We offer a full range of diagnostic services and therapeutic care for all types of male urology conditions. From incontinence to sexual dysfunction, we use minimally invasive techniques that preserve your quality of life.

Our team of more than 25 research scientists run one of the largest prostate clinical trial programs in the U.S. Our prostate cancer oncologists work closely with our research team. This partnership lets us provide the most advanced early diagnosis technology and treatments available.

Our Difference

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Advanced Technology-Assisted Procedures

We offer state-of-the-art robotic-assisted surgery for prostate removal and urologic reconstruction surgery. Precise, technology-assisted methods allow us to perform complex urologic surgeries with the best possible outcomes.

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High-Risk Expertise

We’re experts in treating advanced and aggressive urology conditions and tumors. With an active onsite clinical trial program, we stay on the leading edge of medical advances. This allows us to treat even the most complex cases.

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Prostate Cancer Surgery Leader

U.S. News and World Report awarded us a High Performing Hospital rating in prostate cancer surgery. As a major referral center, we perform many procedures each year. We use the da Vinci® system, an advanced robotic surgical tool for the most precise prostate removal available. We’re also one of the few to use Focal Therapy to destroy cells without harming healthy tissue.

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About Male Urology

A variety of conditions can affect your urinary and reproductive systems. Urology problems can range from mild to life-threatening, but all of them can impact your quality of life.

Common Urology Conditions in Men Include:

Benign Prostate Hyperplasia (BPH)

BPH, or enlarged prostate, is a common problem in men as you get older. It may cause urinary difficulty or feelings of urgency.

Incontinence

Incontinence is a condition where you leak urine by accident. Or, you may have a sudden urge to urinate even if your bladder isn’t full. In men, incontinence is often related to prostate problems.

Kidney Stones

Kidney stones form in your kidney and then move to your bladder and out through your urethra. Many stones pass through on their own, but a large stone may require treatment.

Male Infertility and Sexual Dysfunction

Urologic problems such as low sperm production or sperm duct blockages may cause male infertility. Difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection (erectile dysfunction) is a common problem in men. Premature and delayed ejaculation are also common concerns.

Urethral Strictures

Narrowing of the urethra, the tube that carries urine and sperm out of your body, can cause urinary problems. Urethral strictures often result from injuries.

Urologic Cancers

Bladder, prostate and testicular cancers are common in men.

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Urology Services We Offer

We offer a full range of urology services for men that use the latest research and most advanced procedures available.

Our services include:

Fertility Preservation

We provide options for sperm collection and storage to preserve fertility for the future.

Kidney Stone Removal

We use minimally invasive procedures to remove kidney stones that can’t pass on their own. Our kidney stone clinic provides comprehensive medical and surgical services.

Laparoscopic Urology

Laparoscopic techniques require only very small incisions. They come with less pain, a shorter hospital stay, faster recovery and minimal scarring. We offer laparoscopic surgery for removing tumors and treating other urologic conditions.

Prostate Cancer Treatment

Our oncology specialists work with your cancer care team to create a prostate cancer treatment plan that’s tailored to you. We use minimally invasive, technology-assisted methods for prostate removal.

Robotic-Assisted Surgery

We use the state-of-the-art da Vinci® robotic-assisted surgical system for precision prostate removal. We’re experts at performing prostatectomies that preserve nerve function and minimize recovery time. We also use Focal Therapy, which uses ultrasound waves to destroy cancer cells without harming healthy tissue.

Vasectomy and Vasectomy Reversal

We offer a no-scalpel vasectomy as an outpatient procedure with a quick recovery time. We also perform a microsurgical procedure to reverse vasectomies and allow you to conceive naturally.

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Ranked among the nation’s best hospitals

A U.S. News & World Report best hospital in cancer, cardiology, heart & vascular surgery, diabetes & endocrinology, ENT, geriatrics, neurology & neurosurgery, orthopedics, and pulmonology & lung surgery.

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Ranked among the nation’s best children’s hospitals

U.S. News & World Report ranked UC Davis Children’s Hospital among the best in neonatology, nephrology, orthopedics*, pediatric & adolescent behavioral health, and pulmonology & lung surgery. (*Together with Shriners Children’s Northern California)

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Ranked Sacramento’s #1 hospital

Ranked Sacramento’s #1 hospital by U.S. News, and high-performing in back surgery, COPD, colon cancer surgery, gynecological cancer surgery, heart attack, heart failure, hip fracture, kidney failure, leukemia, lymphoma & myeloma, lung cancer surgery, pneumonia, prostate cancer surgery, stroke, TAVR, and gastroenterology & GI surgery.

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The nation’s highest nursing honor

UC Davis Medical Center has received Magnet® recognition, the nation’s highest honor for nursing excellence.

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World-class cancer care

One of ~56 U.S. cancer centers designated “comprehensive” by the National Cancer Institute.

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A leader in health care equality

For the 13th consecutive year, UC Davis Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the educational arm of America’s largest civil rights organization.

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