Urology Patient Education

In these educational videos, Dr. John Francis of Columbus Regional Health Urology discusses a variety of urological topics ranging from obstructing kidney stones to urinary retention and more.

Title slide: Prostate cancer screening. What should I know?

Prostate Cancer Screening

Topics

  • What to share with your urologist
  • What is a PSA blood test?
  • When to start screening
  • When a prostate biopsy is recommended
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Text: Obstructing kidneys stones. What are my options?

Obstructing Kidney Stones

Topics

  • Anatomy of a kidney stone
  • Who may need urgent surgery?
  • Stent placement
  • Common symptoms of a ureteral stent
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Text: Urinary retention - an inability to urinate.

Urinary Retention: Inability to Urinate

Topics

  • An explanation of urinary anatomy
  • Causes of urinary retention
  • What tests should be done?
  • What happens whether you need a catheter or not?
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Title - How to Complete A Bladder Diary

How to Complete A Bladder Diary

Topics

  • Why is a bladder diary important?
  • How to complete the diary
  • Example of a bladder diary
  • How do we analyze a bladder diary?
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Title - Understanding a New Bladder Cancer Diagnosis

Understanding Bladder Cancer

Topics

  • When is bladder cancer suspected?
  • Types of bladder cancer
  • Staging of bladder cancer
  • Ongoing surveillance
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