My name is Amar J. Raval and I’m with Advanced Urology Institute. So one of the few things I specialize in my particular practice would be BPH or enlarged prostate. Whether it’s minimally invasive surgery like Urolift where you
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My Name is Yaser Bassel, I’m a Board-Certified Urologist with Advanced Urology Institute. Low testosterone at this point has come to the forefront a lot of times because of the advertising done by manufacturers of Testosterone. But for men
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Dr. Rolando Rivera of Advanced Urology Institute Re-designated as a UroLift Center of Excellence
Rolando Rivera, MD, FACS is an established Urologist in Naples, Florida, who features over two decades of experience in his field. Dr. Rivera’s acclaimed career in medicine began in 1996, when he graduated from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine in San Juan. Upon earning his Medical Degree, he completed an internship at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas, before undertaking his residency at the University of Florida Shands Medical Center in Gainesville. Pursuing advanced medical training, Dr. Rivera then completed a fellowship in Female Urology, Pelvic Surgery and Urodynamics at the University of Miami.
As one of the largest full-service urology groups Florida, our 37 locations offer comprehensive urology services, from evaluation and pre-surgical preparation, to surgery and rehabilitation. We have evaluated numerous patients and performed thousands of urologic surgical and cancer procedures in the last decade with excellent outcomes. We are dedicated to combining clinical excellence, advanced technology, and patient- and family-centered care.
For more information contact AUI at: 855-977-4888
Congratulations to Dr. Jonathan Jay for being selected as Top Doctor in 2021 for Naples Illustrated Magazine
Dr. Jay received his Bachelor of Science degree in Physiology from Michigan State University, graduating with Honors. He went on to complete his medical education at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. He completed his residency training at Henry Ford Hospital before entering and completing his fellowship training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School in Boston. He received numerous honors and awards throughout his training, including Outstanding Resident Training Award and Lansing School District Distinguished Alumni Award.
He has made national presentations on various urological topics and has published multiple scientific papers in peer-reviewed journals as well as book chapters. He is involved in clinical research, including clinical trials for the minimally invasive correction of bladder control problems.
As one of the largest full-service urology groups Florida, our 37 locations offer comprehensive urology services, from evaluation and pre-surgical preparation, to surgery and rehabilitation. We have evaluated numerous patients and performed thousands of urologic surgical and cancer procedures in the last decade with excellent outcomes. We are dedicated to combining clinical excellence, advanced technology, and patient- and family-centered care.
For more information contact AUI at: 855-977-4888
Congratulations to Janelle Bunce, PA-C on having been re-designated as a UroLift Center of Excellence in May 2021.
Janelle Bunce PA-C is a nationally certified Physician Assistant who earned her Masters of Medical Science and Physician Assistant studies degrees at Nova Southeastern a University in Davie, FL in 2004. She is a member of the American Academy of Physician Assistants, Florida Urological Society and the American Urological Association. She has participated in multiple medical mission trips. Her specialties include adult and pediatric urology. She is currently a practicing physician assistant in Naples, FL.
As one of the largest full-service urology groups Florida, our 37 locations offer comprehensive urology services, from evaluation and pre-surgical preparation, to surgery and rehabilitation. We have evaluated numerous patients and performed thousands of urologic surgical and cancer procedures in the last decade with excellent outcomes. We are dedicated to combining clinical excellence, advanced technology, and patient- and family-centered care.
For more information contact AUI at: 855-977-4888
Congratulations to Dr. Jonathan Jay on having been selected as the top urologist in Florida in May 2021 by Top Doctor Magazine
Congratulations to Dr. Rolando Rivera for being selected as Top Doctor in April 2021 for Naples Illustrated.
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Dr. Rivera also had an article titled Advanced Treatment for Overactive Bladder, published in Health & Wellness Magazine in April 2021.
Dr. Amar J. Raval is an expert at treating bladder and bowel dysfunction with innovative Axonics Therapy.
Advanced Urology Institute (AUI) has been designated an Axonics Center of Excellence by Axonics Modulation Technologies, Inc. The designation recognizes the AUI team and specifically Dr. Amar J. Raval for his expertise with Axonics Therapy and sincere commitment to changing the lives of patients suffering from bladder and bowel dysfunction.
Today, millions of Americans suffer from overactive bladder and fecal incontinence.1 Patients in the New Port Richey and Tampa, Florida areas with chronic and debilitating symptoms related to bladder and bowel dysfunction may seek treatment from the experts at AUI. Axonics Therapy gently stimulates the sacral nerve (sacral neuromodulation), restoring normal communication between the brain and the bladder. Axonics Therapy has been clinically proven to provide rapid and long-lasting relief of symptoms associated with bladder and bowel dysfunction.
In a clinical study, 129 patients with urgency incontinence were treated with Axonics Therapy. At 2-years, 93% of patients had successful therapy and 94% of patients were satisfied with their therapy.2
The Axonics Center of Excellence program recognizes highly trained and experienced physicians (typically urologists, urogynecologists, and colorectal surgeons) and clinical practices that are committed to patient education and providing exemplary care to achieve optimal clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction.
“AUI is proud to be recognized as a Center of Excellence. This designation is a testament to the dedication of our entire team, and in particular to Dr. Amar J. Raval,” said Erica Williams, Chief Administrative Officer. “We are committed to providing the best care to our patients and are extremely pleased to offer Axonics Therapy.”
As one of the largest full-service urology groups Florida, our 37 locations offer comprehensive urology services, from evaluation and pre-surgical preparation, to surgery and rehabilitation. We have evaluated numerous patients and performed thousands of urologic surgical and cancer procedures in the last decade with excellent outcomes. We are dedicated to combining clinical excellence, advanced technology, and patient- and family-centered care.
For more information contact AUI at: 855-977-4888
Axonics, based in Irvine, Calif., has developed and is commercializing novel implantable SNM devices for patients with urinary and bowel dysfunction. These conditions are caused by a miscommunication between the bladder and the brain and significantly impacts quality of life. Overactive bladder affects an estimated 87 million adults in the U.S. and Europe. Another estimated 40 million adults are reported to suffer from fecal incontinence/accidental bowel leakage. Axonics SNM therapy, which has been clinically proven to reduce symptoms and restore pelvic floor function, is now being offered at hundreds of medical centers across the U.S. and in dozens of select hospitals in Western Europe. Reimbursement coverage is well established in the U.S. and is a covered service in most European countries. The Axonics System is the first long-lived rechargeable SNM system approved for sale in the world, and the first to gain full-body MRI conditional labeling. For more information, visit www.axonics.com.
References:
1. Irwin DE, Kopp ZS, Agatep B, Milsom I, Abrams P. Worldwide prevalence estimates of lower urinary tract symptoms, overactive bladder, urinary incontinence and bladder outlet obstruction. BJU Int. 2011;108(7):1132-1138.
2. Pezzella A, McCrery R, Lane F, et al. Two-year outcomes of the ARTISAN-SNM study for the treatment of urinary urgency incontinence using the Axonics rechargeable sacral neuromodulation system [in press]. Neurourol Urodyn. 2021.
Yaser S. Bassel, MD, a board-certified urologist in Tampa, FL, practices at Advanced Urology Institute, the largest urology practice in Florida. In this article, Dr. Bassel addresses the importance of discussing erectile dysfunction (ED) with your physician and provides insights into managing risk factors and potential treatment options.
Many individuals may feel timid or afraid to discuss erectile dysfunction with their healthcare provider. However, Dr. Bassel emphasizes that ED is a common issue and urges patients to initiate conversations about it. Identifying and addressing the organic sources of ED is a crucial step toward finding appropriate treatment options.
Dr. Bassel advises patients to work closely with their primary care physician to control cardiovascular risk factors that may contribute to ED, such as high cholesterol, blood pressure, and diabetes. By effectively managing these factors, patients can prevent their erectile dysfunction from worsening over time.
Thanks to the development of various medications, there are now easy ways to treat ED. Dr. Bassel explains that the first step in addressing ED is discussing the available medications, their potential side effects, and benefits with patients. Medications are typically tried as the first line of therapy, and the conversation helps determine the most suitable treatment option for each individual.
As the largest urology practice in Florida, the Advanced Urology Institute provides comprehensive care for patients dealing with a wide range of urological issues, including erectile dysfunction. With a team of experienced, board-certified urologists like Dr. Yaser Bassel, patients can expect state-of-the-art treatment options and compassionate, personalized care.
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My name is Yaser Bassel. I’m a board-certified urologist with Advanced Urology Institute.
A lot of people are a little timid or a little afraid to bring up that issue with their physician, but it is very common. And oftentimes we try and talk to patients about trying to figure out an organic source of their ED and correcting that. I think for patients, the main thing is that when they’re starting to deal with that, it is important for them to continue to follow with their primary care doctor to control their cardiovascular risk factors, their cholesterol, their blood pressure, their diabetes. And once that’s under control, you can prevent the erectile dysfunction from worsening. The good news is, of course, with the advent of these medications, there are easy ways to treat this issue. And oftentimes we’ll talk to patients about the medications that we have readily available to us, the different side effects and the benefits of each of those medications. And that’s how we typically start the conversation and then see where the patient would like to go. And then usually we try medications as the first line of therapy.
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Do you endure frequent urine leakage? Are you experiencing a persistent feeling of pressure, heaviness, or lower abdominal pain? Do you have erectile dysfunction, difficulty urinating, or blood in urine? Any of these symptoms may mean you have a urological problem and should see a urologist.
In the Tampa Bay area, you can find top urologists at Advanced Urology Institute, Westchase office.
A urologist is a surgical specialist who diagnoses and treats problems of the male reproductive system and the urinary tracts of both males and females. The doctor tackles conditions of the urinary bladder, kidneys, ureter, adrenal glands, urethra, and male reproductive organs—the testes, vas deferens, epididymis, seminal vesicles, prostate, and penis.
You may need to see a urologist when referred by your primary physician, usually after symptoms persist for a long duration or fail to improve. But you can also go directly to a urologist when you have a recurrent need to urinate urgently, difficulty urinating, weak urine flow, dribbling, urinary leakage, and burning pain or sensation during urination.
Pain in your lower back, pelvis, or sides and the presence of blood in the urine are also reasons to see a urologist. If you’re a man, you may need to see a urologist if there is a decrease in sexual desires, a lump in one of your testicles, trouble getting and keeping an erection, or if you want to undergo a vasectomy.
Conditions treated by urologists include:
Your urologist will examine your medical history and conduct a physical examination. They will order a basic urine test to check for bacteria or other signs of disease. This may be followed by imaging tests, such as MRI scans, ultrasound, or CT scans to locate the problem.
In some cases, the physician will do a cystoscopy—a medical imaging procedure that enables the doctor to examine the inside of your urinary tract. During cystoscopy, the urologist may collect some tissue samples for testing. Urodynamic testing may also be run to indicate how fast urine leaves your body, the amount of urine that is left in your bladder after urinating, and the pressure in your bladder.
After diagnosis, your urologist may opt for different treatment methods depending on the condition. For instance, the doctor may prescribe antibiotics to treat infections, hormone treatment for prostate cancer, chemotherapy drugs for cancer, PDE-5 inhibitors like Tadalafil and Cialis for erectile dysfunction, and other medication to act on the smooth muscles of your bladder to treat urinary incontinence.
When necessary, your urologist may perform surgery to remove a tumor, strictures in the urethra, parts of the kidney, kidney stones, or to relieve stress incontinence. The surgical treatment of choice may be open, laparoscopic, robotic, or laser therapy. Urologists are also responsible for carrying out vasectomy—a surgical procedure for permanent contraception in men.
The easiest way is to speak with your primary care physician to refer you to a good urologist. You can also talk with your family, friends, and coworkers about the best urologists they have seen for treatment. Having recommendations from people you know can help you choose a urologist that suits your needs.
Whether you learn about a urologist from your doctor, acquaintances, or online, you should find out more about the experience and skill level of the doctor before a procedure. A quick indicator of competence is board certification, as it shows the training and expertise of the doctor.
When you are persuaded that a particular urologist may be ideal for you, schedule a visit. It is during the visit that you can ask questions and appreciate the physician’s perspective. It is wise to choose a urologist who speaks openly and candidly with you and who can freely explain to you in detail the procedure you seek and any of its risks and complications.
You should also confirm before the visit that your insurance provider will cover the cost of the services and any treatment you may need.
One reputable urologist in Tampa is Dr. Yaser Bassel. Based at the Advanced Urology Institute Westchase office, Dr. Bassel is a professional, friendly, board-certified surgeon with years of experience diagnosing and treating urinary incontinence, prostate enlargement, kidney stones, and urologic cancers, among other problems.
His expertise in minimally invasive surgical procedures, including the da Vinci robotic system, makes him one of the most sought-after surgeons by patients with prostate, bladder, and other urologic cancers.
Dr. Brian D. Hale is another board-certified urologist at the Advanced Urology Institute Westchase office. With his knowledge and experience in laparoscopy and hand-assisted laparoscopic nephrectomy, Dr. Hale achieves excellent results treating male and female urinary tract conditions.
He is a specialist in resolving recurrent urinary tract infections, kidney stones, bladder and prostate cancer, and other genitourinary disorders. Being one of the more experienced surgeons in Florida in conducting radical perineal prostatectomy, you can rely on Dr. Hale to speedily and accurately diagnose and treat prostate cancer.
When you want a doctor in Tampa who will listen to you, explain all the options, and answer all your questions before recommending treatment, you can also see Dr. Amar J. Raval at the Advanced Urology Institute Westchase office. A caring and knowledgeable physician, he is highly skilled in tackling urinary conditions and urinary stone removal. He regularly performs minimally invasive robotic surgery, laparoscopy, endoscopy, and open surgery for various urologic disorders.
Advanced Urology Institute has a well earned reputation for medical expertise, the most up-to-date equipment, and a culture of excellence. Through innovation and collaboration, AUI continues to be recognized for offering leading-edge, multidisciplinary, and patient-centered care.
At AUI, Westchase office in Tampa, Florida, we offer treatments for bladder cancer, prostate cancer, male and female urinary incontinence, bladder reconstruction, erectile dysfunction, female sexual dysfunction, renal carcinoma, urinary stone management, and robotic laparoscopic surgery, among others. We continually enhance our diagnosis and treatment techniques to guarantee better success rates for our patients.
