Urology

Our fellowship-trained urologists help patients recover faster after surgery by using endoscopic, laparoscopic and robotic surgery techniques. L+M Hospital is equipped with two da Vinci Xi systems to treat a wide range of urologic procedures:

• Da Vinci (R) XI (TM) Surgical System provides superior 3D visualization and advanced instrument control, allowing surgeons to perform even complex surgery using 1-2 cm incisions.

Da Vinci (R) Xi (TM) is a registered trademark of Intuitive Surgical, Inc.

Our urologists are equipped with the latest digital imaging and tools to evaluate and diagnose prostate cancer. For multidisciplinary and advanced treatment, our patients are referred for coordinated care at the Smilow Cancer Hospital in Waterford.

• With Artemis targeted biopsy, patients can receive an accurate prostate biopsy in an outpatient visit at L+M Hospital. This state-of-the-art technology combines high-resolution ultrasound with 3D MRI imaging for a more precise biopsy.
• Our urologists use SpaceOAR hydrogel, an FDA-approved protective gel that safeguards healthy surrounding tissue during radiation therapy treatment for prostate cancer. During a minimally invasive procedure at L+M Hospital, SpaceOAR protective hydrogel is injected between the rectum and prostate creating space to protect healthy surrounding tissue from radiation exposure. The procedure can be performed under general or local anesthesia. The body naturally absorbs the gel in about six months.