Conditions & Procedures
Urologic Care of Northwest Indiana
Compassionate & Comprehensive Care
Urologic Surgery of NWI offers comprehensive care for many urologic conditions. Whether you’re dealing with recurrent UTIs, urologic cancer or any of the other conditions, we are here to help you navigate your journey to health and wellness.
- Cancer diagnosis, treatment & surgery
- Treatment for conditions of the kidney, bladder, prostate & others
- Male sexual health & vasectomy
Ready to get started with your personalized evaluation and treatment? Our team is here to take your call. Contact us today to schedule your appointment or consultation.
Conditions & Procedures
Many conditions affect the urinary and reproductive system. These may include infections, cancer, structural anomalies and functional abnormalities. At Urologic Surgery of NWI we specialize in all conditions of the urologic system, giving you confidence that you are in good hands. Please learn more about many of the conditions that we treat and procedures that we offer below.
Cancer
Urologic cancers impact both men & women. These include cancers such as that of the bladder, kidney and prostate.
Erectile Dysfunction
Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a condition that prevents the penis from becoming or staying erect.
Groin Pain
Groin or inguinal/scrotal pain has many potential causes, often requiring detailed history, physical examination and imaging studies to determine the cause.
Hydrocele
Hydrocele refers to fluid accumulation around one or both testicles, leading to swelling of the scrotum. This is usually painless.
Hydronephrosis
Hydronephrosis refers to swelling of one or both kidneys, which may be caused by a buildup of urine due to a blockage.
Kidney Stones
Kidney stones typically form when various elements precipitate and aggregate in the urinary tract. Depending on their size and location, stones may or may not be symptomatic.
Low Testosterone
Low testosterone or hypogonadism is when the body is unable to produce enough testosterone needed for adequate bodily functions.
Vasectomy
Vasectomy is a procedure that offers men a form of permanent sterilization. The procedure involves disconnecting a tube called the vas deferens to prevent sperm that is produced in the testicle(s) from reaching the outside world.
Overactive Bladder
Overactive bladder refers to a condition that causes frequent and sudden urge to urinate, sometimes leading to incontinence or leakage of urine.
BPH / Prostate Enlargement
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate, is a condition that usually causes urinary symptoms related to increasing prostate size.
Prostatitis
Prostatitis refers to inflammation or infection of the prostate gland. This may cause urinary symptoms.
Elevated PSA
High PSA or prostate-specific antigen, can be caused by many different conditions such as urinary tract infection, enlarged prostate and prostate cancer among others.
Urethral Stricture
Urethral stricture is a narrowing of the urethra due to scar tissue formation. This can cause urinary symptoms and difficulty with urination.
Urinary Tract Infection
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) affect both men and women. They are commonly caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract.
Scrotal Swelling
Scrotal swelling is an enlargement of the scrotum, the sac that contains the testicles. Detailed evaluation is often required to determine the cause(s).
Urinary Retention
Urinary retention is a condition that prevents the urinary bladder from emptying completely. This may be acute or chronic.
Hematuria
Hematuria refers to the presence of blood or red blood cells in the urine. This condition has many possible causes.
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence refers to urinary leakage that occurs involuntarily.
Find Comfort with Urologic Surgery of NWI
We are dedicated to compassionate and comprehensive urologic care, offering you necessary and appropriate evaluations and treatments that you may need to feel and be healthy. With years of experience in urologic care, we are the team that you can trust.
Conditions & Procedures FAQs
Below are some frequently asked questions.
Please explore our educational resources available under the Conditions/Procedures section for more in depth information about common urologic conditions.
The most common conditions include cancers of the prostate, bladder, kidney, ureter, testicle, kidney stones, BPH/enlarged prostate, scrotal swelling, urinary retention, erectile dysfunction, urinary tract infections, blood in the urine, elevated PSA and male sterilization (vasectomy).
Dr. Pinkhasov sees patients in the office on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
There are many ways to contact our office staff.
You can email us at office@urologicsurgerynwi.com or call our main office number by dialing 219.286.6888.
If you are an established patient, you can also send us a message via the Athena Patient Portal.
We will respond to you as soon as possible, typically within 1-2 business days.
Yes, Dr. Pinkhasov treats both men and women with urological conditions.
Every patient is entitled to their medical records.
Some of the results can be found through the Athena Patient Portal.
If you’d like additional results or records not available on the Portal, please contact our office for information on how to obtain them.
To review results such as a biopsy or an imaging study, we typically prefer to see patients for an in person discussion in our office.
Take Control of Your Health & Wellness
We will work together to jointly find the best treatment plan for you. We respect your wishes and are here to empower you to make your own decisions regarding your health and well being. Please contact our office to schedule a consultation.
Request An Appointment