Urology Care Podcast

On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we sat down with two guests on the topic of men’s sexual health. Our first guest, Dr. Denise Asafu-Adjei, is the Assistant Professor of Urology at Loyola University Chicago-Stritch School of medicine, where she serves as the Medical Director of Male Reproductive Medicine. She also holds a dual appointment at the Parkinson School of Health Sciences and Public Health. She is a strong advocate of equal healthcare access for all patients. Our second guest, Dr. Amarnath Rambhatla, is the Director of Men’s Health at the Henry Ford Vattikuti Urology Institute. His specialty areas include male infertility, low testosterone, sexual dysfunction, Peyronie’s disease and vasectomy. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:59 - Introduction 1:38 - Why is men's sexual health important? 3:35 - Common male urologic conditions 7:04 - What is testosterone? 10:32 - What common urologic symptoms bring men to the doctor? 13:20 - Can sexual health issues be l

Our guest is Patti, the mother of a child living with Spina Bifida. Patti shares her family's story of caregiving for a child with Spina Bifida, the transition from pediatric to adult urology and her work in the Spina Bifida community. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 00:42 - Introduction 01:03 - What is Spina Bifida? 01:38 - Being a parent and caregiver 05:10 - Pediatric urology experience for Patti and her family 08:00 - How can other caregivers prepare for their pediatric urology appointments? 11:57 - When to start thinking about moving from pediatric to adult urology? 15:26 - What are some important questions to ask about moving from pediatric to adult urology? 20:04 - Patti's work in the Spina Bifida community 25:21 - Final thoughts and advice for parents and caregivers For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra

Our guest is Dr. Aaron Potretzke, an Associate Professor of Urology at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He is here to talk with us about Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC). The goal of this podcast is to help patients diagnosed with UTUC and their caregivers navigate their personal care and feel empowered to make informed decisions about their treatment and care. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section: 0:55 - Introduction 1:07 - What is UTUC? 2:25 - How common is UTUC? 3:16 - Who is at risk and at what age do symptoms start? 4:42 - What are common symptoms of UTUC? 5:38 - What are the types of UTUC? 6:42 - What is the risk of recurrence with low-grade UTUC? 7:35 - How is UTUC diagnosed? 8:58 - What are the treatments for UTUC? 11:50 - Advice for patients and caregivers 12:25 - Final thoughts UroGen® Pharma is proud to support the Urology Care Foundation in its quest to educate patients. For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to s

This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Heather Honoré Goltz, an oncology social worker and researcher, as well as the Professor of Social Work at University of Houston-Downtown. Heather is also a bladder cancer caregiver and speaks to her experience of caregiving for her grandmother. The goal of this podcast is to shed light on the caregiving aspect from the perspective of a bladder cancer caregiver to understand how to support a loved one going through bladder cancer and how the journey impacts the caregiver. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 1:22 - Introduction 2:31 - The start of being a caregiver 10:59 - Being an advocate and asking questions 14:00 - Emotional impact of being a caregiver and coping 30:23 - Learning about yourself as a caregiver and advice for other caregivers 33:16 - Final

This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Daniela Wittmann, an Associate Professor in the Department of Urology at the University of Michigan and a certified sex therapist and sex therapy supervisor. The goal of this podcast is to provide perspective for patients and caregivers on sexual recovery after cancer treatment. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:58 - Introduction 1:25 - How does a sexual health expert work with caregivers (i.e. partners & spouses)? 2:42 - Effect of cancer treatment on sexual health and intimacy 5:49 - Common concerns about sexual health from people living with bladder cancer 6:52 - How can a person’s background and age impact sexual health? 9:12 - How can a sexual health therapist help people living with bladder cancer feel ready to seek help? 11:00 - General thoughts abo

This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Fenwa Milhouse, a board-certified urologist in Chicago who is fellowship trained in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive urology. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn how everyday community activities may impact bladder cancer, such as haircare, professions and underserved populations. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:58 - Introduction 1:38 - Underserved communities and urology 3:53 - How can everyday community activities such as haircare and other similar professions impact bladder cancer? 7:09 - Advice to reduce workplace exposure 9:01 - Value of community for bladder cancer caregiving 14:00 - Final thoughts Patient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas. For more information, please v

This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Sima Porten, a urologic oncologist at the University of California, San Francisco. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers with tools for shared decision making about diagnosis and treatment for bladder cancer. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 1:04 - Introduction 1:19 - Overview, symptoms and who is most affected by bladder cancer 3:12 - Most common treatment options 6:38 - Genetic testing for bladder cancer 10:02 - Getting more informed about treatment options 12:13 - Questions to ask your doctor 15:26 - Advice for those living with bladder cancer and caregivers 17:29 - Final thoughts Patient resources provided through the generous support of Seagen and Astellas. For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forg

On this episode of the Urology Care Podcast, we sat down with two guests on the topic of female sexual dysfunction. Our first guest is Dr. Suzette Sutherland, the director of female urology at the University of Washington in Seattle. She has focused her 20 year career on women’s pelvic health to include urinary incontinence, bladder dysfunction, pelvic prolapse surgery and female sexual health. Our second guest is Dr. Maria Uloko, a urologist with a focus in comprehensive sexual medicine, prosthesis and reconstruction. She is the assistant professor at the University of California, San Diego. She currently serves as the Director of Vulvar Health in the department of Urology and is a researcher with a focus in sexual health. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 1:15 - Introduction 3:41 – The four categories of sexual health 8:51 – How to help with desire? 17:43 – What is the vulva? 19:20 – Importance of the clitoris 23:10 – Orgasm: Clitoral vs. Vaginal 28:01 – Painful sex 35:34 –

We have two guests with us to talk urology mythbusters. Dr. Lori Lerner is an Associate Professor of Urology at Boston University and works as the Section Chief of Urology and Deputy Chief of Surgery at the Veteran's Affairs Boston Healthcare System. Dr. Arthur Burnett is a faculty member at John's Hopkins University School of Medicine, and is the Director of the Sexual Medicine and Urologic Reconstructive Fellowship at Johns Hopkins. Want to know the truth behind these urologic mythbusters? Listen along and put your knowledge to the test! Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:56 - Introductions 2:09 - Myth 1: You can catch something by sitting on a public toilet 3:53 - Myth 2: Dark yellow urine means a person is dehydrated 5:39 - Myth 3: Infertility is more common in women than in men 9:47 - Myth 4: Erectile dysfunction is super common and highly treatable 17:37 - Myth 5: Getting up at night a lot to pass urine is a sign of a large prostate 24:52 - Myth 6: The only way to enhance

Our two guests talk about mental health and its impact on urologic conditions and disease for patients and caregivers. Our first guest is Heather Honoré Goltz, PhD, an oncology social worker and researcher, as well as the Professor of Social Work at University of Houston-Downtown. Our second guest is Dr. Samuel Washington, a urologic oncologist at University of California, San Francisco. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 1:08 - Introduction 2:21 – Working in the mental health space 5:18 - Talking to a doctor about mental health 9:59 - When is mental health first talked about with a new diagnosis? 15:30 - Advice on taking care of one’s mental health 21:06 - Final thoughts on mental health and urology For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. **** January 5, 2023

Our guest is Dr. Casey Kowalik, a female pelvic medicine urologist at the University of Kansas. She is here to talk with us about constipation and urine control. She covers information such as what is constipation, causes, prevention, how overactive bladder may be connected and when to see a doctor. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section: 0:39 - Introduction 0:56 - How may others benefit from this talk on constipation and urine control? 1:32 - What is constipation? 2:03 - Causes of constipation 3:39 - Connection between overactive bladder and constipation 5:52 - Preventing constipation 6:48 - When should you see a doctor about constipation and urine control symptoms? 7:26 - Final thoughts Patient resources provided through the generous support of Astellas. To read more about constipation and urine control, check out this fact sheet: https://www.urologyhealth.org/educational-resources/constipation-and-urine-control-what-you-should-know-fact-sheet For more information, please

Our guest is Dr. Kristen Scarpato, a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She is here to talk with us about Androgen Deprivation Therapy, or ADT, for prostate cancer. She covers information such as what is ADT, questions to ask your doctor and what to expect after treatment. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any topic section: 0:48 - Introduction 2:10 - Prostate cancer overview 3:30 - What is Androgren Deprivation Therapy (ADT)? 4:30 - Why is ADT important? 6:43 - When during treatment would ADT be considered? 9:32 - What patients benefit the most from ADT? 10:45 - What administers ADT? 12:10 - What can patients expect after ADT? 15:30 - Talking with your doctor 17:16 - Final thoughts Supported by an independent educational grant provided by Myovant Sciences LTD and Pfizer Inc. For more information, please visit www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/hea

This podcast is part of the Bladder Cancer Caregivers Podcast series, a series to help provide more understanding and guidance for people impacted by bladder cancer, to include friends, family and caregivers. Our guest is Dr. Frank Sloan, a bladder cancer survivor who speaks openly about his journey, emotions, support and strategies of bladder cancer as a way to showcase one's self-care. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers learn about the importance of self-care and building a support system from the personal experience of a bladder cancer survivor. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:57 - Introduction 1:40 - Experience with symptoms and getting diagnosed with bladder cancer 5:52 - Emotional aspect of getting bladder cancer after prostate cancer 6:40 - Experience of treatment and recovery with bladder cancer 8:07 - Getting involved with a bladder cancer support group 11:54 - Things learned from others at support groups 13:18 - Caregiver presence at suppo

Our guest is Colby and he is with us to talk about his life journey as a spinal cord injury survivor. Colby details how he overcame the intense struggles of becoming injured in high school, managing the new urologic conditions that came with recovery and how he ultimately found his life purpose. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:38 - When and how the injury happened 1:23 - Immediate impact of the injury on his life 3:55 - Physical and emotional recovery process 9:17 - Support from others during recovery 10:53 - Seeing a urologist and treatment for urologic conditions 17:25 - Current treatment 20:49 - Advice for patients and caregivers 23:22 - Final thoughts For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. **** October 6, 2022

On this episode we had the honor of speaking with two guests on the topic of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, or BPH. Our first guest is Dan, a patient who talks about his life before and after treatment for BPH and the overall journey he went on to find relief. Our second guest is Dr. Sankar Kausik, a urologist at Chesapeake Urology who talks about how other's may relate to Dan's journey before and after treatment. The goal of this podcast is to share a patient's story about their BPH journey to help people identify with the issue and to seek advice of a urologist. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: Dan, BPH Patient: 0:59 - Introduction 1:24 - Symptoms of BPH and seeing a urologist 3:10 - Impact of symptoms on quality of life 4:30 - Exploring treatment options 5:55 - Life after treatment 10:49 - Advice for patients, partners and caregivers on the BPH journey 11:54 - Final thoughts Dr. Sankar Kausik: 12:56 - Introduction 13:32 - How does Dan's story make you feel as a doctor? 15:46

On this episode we had the honor of speaking with two guests on the topic of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, or BPH. Our first guest is Bob, a patient who details his experience with BPH and the treatment option that worked for him. Our second guest is Dr. Bilal Chughtai, a urologist at Weill Cornell Medical College who gives a high-level overview of treatment options for men with BPH. The goal of this podcast is to share a patient story of his experience, provide patients, partners and caregivers information on diagnosing and treating BPH and highlight key questions patients may have for their doctor. Stay tuned at the end of this episode for an “Ask the Experts” segment, where Bob will get to ask Dr. Ristau some questions from a patient’s perspective. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: Bob, BPH Patient: 0:59 - Introduction 1:15 - The story (overview of symptoms, living with BPH and treatment) 5:58 - Impact of BPH on daily life and relief from treatment 7:26 - Triggers for BPH s

Our guest is Dr. Kevin McVary, a urologist who specializes in benign prostatic disease, prostate cancer and male pelvic health. He is here to talk with us about Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, also known as BPH. The goal of this podcast is to provide patients, partners and caregivers information on diagnosing and treating BPH. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:46 - Introduction 1:12 - What is BPH? 4:08 - Common symptoms of BPH 5:53 - Who is most at risk for BPH? What age do symptoms start to appear? 7:54 - How is BPH commonly diagnosed? 9:40 - Treatments for BPH 17:34 - Advice for patients, partners and caregivers on diagnosis and treatment of BPH 19:54 - Final thoughts For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. Made possible through the support of Olympus. **** September 15, 2022

Dr. Humberto Villarreal, MD is with us to talk about what Latino men should know to live a healthy life. The goal of this podcast is to help patients and caregivers gain a better understanding about the health of Latino men. Short on time? Use the below timestamps to jump to any section: 0:38 – Dr. Villarreal introduction 1:10 – How can others benefit from this conversation? 1:53 – When should Latino men see a doctor? 2:33 – Which checkups/screenings should Latino men consider, why should they be considered and when they are recommend? 8:48 – What else should be on a health checklist for Latino men? 12:02 – Final thoughts For more information, please visit www.urologyhealth.org/ and don't forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. Funding and support for this podcast has been provided by Pfizer Oncology. **** September 8, 2022

Our guest is Dr. Kristen Scarpato, a urologic oncologist at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, TN. She is here to talk with us about all things bladder cancer. She covers information such as what is bladder cancer, symptoms, causes and treatment options. This episode gives an easy to understand overview of bladder cancer to help patients and their loved ones. Supported by an independent educational grant from Merck. For more information, please visit https://www.UrologyHealth.org and don’t forget to subscribe to our free digital magazine, UrologyHealth extra® at https://www.urologyhealth.org/healthy-living/urologyhealth-extra. **** August 4, 2022

El objetivo de este podcast es ayudar a pacientes a estar mejor preparados al momento de hablar con su equipo médico acerca de las diferentes pruebas genéticas disponibles para el tratamiento del cáncer de próstata. Se encuentra corto de tiempo? Utilice la guía de tiempos para ir al segmento que le interese oír: 0:19 – Revisión del cáncer de próstata. 1:10 - Qué son las pruebas genéticas? 2:23 – Por qué son las pruebas genéticas importantes en el cáncer de próstata? 5:30 – Cuál es el mejor momento para realizar las pruebas genéticas y poder escoger los diferentes tratamientos 7:25 – A quién se le puede ayudar con las pruebas genéticas? 9:06 – Quién hace estas pruebas? Cuáles son los pasos a seguir para pacientes 12:08 – Cuando hablar con su doctor 13:37 – Se pueden utilizar las pruebas genéticas para prevenir el cáncer de próstata? Para más información por favor visite www.UrologyHealth.org y no olvide suscribirse a nuestro magazine digital gratuito UrologyHealth. Este podcast es patrocinado por u