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Urology

What We Treat

Urology is a surgical specialty concerned with disorders or abnormalities of the urogenital or genitourinary (GU) system, which includes the urinary and genital organs.

Our urologists treats issues with the kidneys, renal pelvis, ureter, bladder and urethra in both males and females. Disorders of the penis and testicles in males and disorders of the vagina in females are also part of the spectrum of conditions treated by a urologist.

We also help patients with the surgical management of conditions including spina bifida, obstructive urinary disorders and genital malformations.

Conditions we treat:

  • Ambiguous genitalia
  • Bladder exstrophy epispadias complex
  • Circumcision
  • Cloacal malformation
  • Genito-urinary tumors
  • Hydrocele
  • Hydronephrosis
  • Hypospadias
  • Inguinal hernia
  • Micropenis
  • Multicystic dysplastic kidney
  • Neurogenic bladder and voiding dysfunction
  • Phimosis and paraphimosis
  • Prune belly syndrome
  • Solitary kidney
  • Testicular torsion
  • Undescended testes (cryptorchidism)
  • Ureteroceles
  • Urinary incontinence (bedwetting)
  • Urinary stones/kidney stones
  • Urinary tract infection and vesicoureteral reflux
  • Variocele

Services We Offer

Our specialists offer access to technology and programs such as:

  • Prenatal evaluation of genitourinary anomalies: Evaluation and diagnosis of conditions such as extrophy and epispadias, prune belly syndrome and multicystic dysplastic kidney
  • Reconstructive urologic procedures: Surgery to improve urinary control, protect kidney function, improve the appearance of the genitals and allow for sexual function
  • Minimally invasive surgery: Laproscopic surgery includes access to the da Vinci Surgical System, which gives a surgeon a full 3-D view of the patient. The da Vinci System allows for very small incisions which reduces postoperative pain and scarring and shortens recovery time allowing you child to return to school/play quickly.
  • Diagnostic imaging, including magnetic resonance urography: Primarily used to gather further information about kidney function and drainage
  • HAWK Center for voiding dysfunction: Focuses on the special needs of children with wetting issues and other forms of abnormal urination
  • Spina bifida clinic: Provides medical, surgical, rehabilitative, psychological and support services during each stage of a child's development
  • Pelvic and Anorectal Care Program: Provides care for children with surgical diseases resulting in constipation, diarrhea, soiling or pain as a consequence of the disease

Our Unique Approach

The Children's urology program is ranked No. 15 in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Our urology program is nationally recognized because of superior scores in areas such as commitment to clinical research and quality improvement.

We perform more than 4,000 pediatric urological surgeries at Children's each year. We use minimally invasive techniques and equipment specifically designed for children and teens.

Our team of pediatric urologists and fellows is dedicated exclusively to children and actively participates and leads research studies aimed at improving the care of children with urologic diseases and disorders.

Meet our urology team

Our team is made up of full-time pediatric urologic surgeons and postgraduate fellowship trainees who provide comprehensive care for children with the full spectrum of urologic disorders.

At Children's, nurses, surgeons and anesthesiologists have received specialized training in pediatric surgical specialty services. The pediatric surgeons focus on delivering the best possible outcomes at every stage of surgery.

  • Bruce H Broecker, MD

    Bruce H Broecker, MD

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    Bruce H Broecker, MD

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    • Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine
    • Internship: Medical Center Hospital of Vermont
    • Fellowship: Alder Hey Children's Hospital
    • Fellowship: Childrens Hospital of Michigan
    • Residency: Medical College of Virginia Hospitals
    • Residency: Medical Center Hospital of Vermont

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    Wolfgang H Cerwinka, MD

    Wolfgang H Cerwinka, MD

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    Wolfgang H Cerwinka, MD

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    • Medical School: Karl Franzens Universitaet Graz
    • Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine
    • Fellowship: LSUHSC Shreveport
    • Residency: University of Miami

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    James Michael Elmore, MD

    James Michael Elmore, MD

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    James Michael Elmore, MD

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    • Medical School: University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
    • Internship: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
    • Fellowship: Emory University - Urology Residency
    • Residency: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School

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    Andrew J Kirsch, MD

    Andrew J Kirsch, MD

    Andrew J Kirsch, MD

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    Andrew J Kirsch, MD

    Education

    • Medical School: The State University of New York - Univ at Buffalo
    • Fellowship: Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia
    • Residency: Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons
    • Residency: Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons

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    Hal C Scherz, MD

    Hal C Scherz, MD

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    Hal C Scherz, MD

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    • Medical School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
    • Internship: University of California - San Diego
    • Fellowship: Childrens Hospital & Health Center
    • Residency: University of California at San Diego School of Medicine
    • Residency: University of California at San Diego School of Medicine

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    Edwin A Smith, MD

    Edwin A Smith, MD

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    Edwin A Smith, MD

    Education

    • Medical School: Emory University School of Medicine
    • Internship: Emory University School of Medicine
    • Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine
    • Residency: Emory University School of Medicine
    • Residency: Emory University Hospital

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    Michael I Garcia-Roig, MD

    Michael I Garcia-Roig, MD

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    Michael I Garcia-Roig, MD

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    • Medical School: Jefferson Medical College
    • Internship: University of Miami/Jackson Memorial
    • Fellowship: Emory University School of Medicine
    • Residency: University of Miami/Jackson Memorial

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    Anthony Tracey, MD

    Anthony Tracey, MD

    Anthony Tracey, MD

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    Anthony Tracey, MD

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    • Medical School: Tulane University School of Medicine
    • Internship: Tulane University School of Medicine
    • Residency: Tulane University School of Medicine

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