We treat women with urogynecological disorders, which arise from pelvic floor dysfunction, such as urinary and bowel incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, interstitial cystitis, and related sexual dysfunction. These symptoms are caused by damage to the muscles of the pelvic floor. Our specialists help women understand their condition, recognize their symptoms, and match them with the treatment that best suits their comfort level and lifestyle. Many people assume pelvic floor disorders only affect a small number of elderly or disabled women, or are an unavoidable consequence of aging. However, they are actually very common—one in three adult women suffer from incontinence or prolapse—and are treatable. Our patients receive care and treatment at our Pelvic Medicine and Continence Center. The center offers a wide range of treatment options, both surgical and nonsurgical. Our doctors are active researchers working to further advance understanding of pelvic floor dysfunction. One of our primary research goals is to develop minimally invasive treatment options so that our patients are the first to benefit from these advances.

Urologic diseases affect more than 20 million men, women, and children in the United States. Yale Medicine Urology, named one of the nation’s best urology programs by U.S. News & World Report, cares for adults and children with conditions that affect the bladder, kidneys, pelvic floor, penis, testicles, and urinary tract. Some urologic conditions are present at birth, and others develop over time. Whether for a routine checkup or highly specialized care, our urologists and caregivers provide the most advanced treatment, grounded in research. Our urologists are leaders in the fields of female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, as well as men’s health. Our oncology team has made key research breakthroughs in the treatment of metastatic bladder cancer and kidney cancer. In addition, we offer specialized care for kidney disease, incontinence, stone disease, sexual medicine, neurogenic bladder, transgender care, and reconstructive surgery after trauma. We use the most advanced technology and procedures to give our patients the best care available. Our urologists offer Artemis MRI-ultrasound fusion for prostate biopsy, advanced imaging, laparoscopic and daVinci Si robotic surgery, Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP), as well as UroLift and GreenLight laser procedures. Our doctors and the hospitals where we provide care rank among the best in the country. In addition to providing treatment at Yale New Haven Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital, Yale New Haven Children’s Hospital, Greenwich Hospital, and Lawrence + Memorial Hospital, we also have offices located in communities across Connecticut. Above all, at Yale Medicine Urology, we believe in the importance of the patient-doctor relationship. It is the cornerstone of what we do—provide compassionate, quality urologic care to every patient, every day. A multidisciplinary team of urologists, specialty-trained nurses, caregivers, and support staff will take care of patients and their families. The urologist leads the care team, providing a diagnosis and treatment recommendations, as well as performing surgery, if needed, and overseeing the patient’s recovery and postsurgical care. The nurse coordinator is the patient’s advocate and care manager throughout care. Studies show that using nurse coordinators can reduce the length of hospital stays and enhance patient outcomes. Practice nurses provide the day-to-day care during clinical appointments or hospital stays. They administer medications, track vital signs, review general test results, respond to patients’ specific needs, and report to other members of the team. They are available around the clock to answer questions and to help patients through their care. The intake specialist helps to ensure patients are ready in advance of their appointment and have all forms and records completed and sent in advance. Intake specialists are experts at understanding the patient appointment and transfer process. If faced with a diagnosis o

We know that a diagnosis of neurogenic bladder, a form of bladder dysfunction, can significantly impact overall quality of life, and we want to help. Our experts will develop a treatment plan that fits our patients’ lifestyle and will work closely with others who are involved in their care, including neurologists, physiatrists, and primary care specialists. Patients with known, established neurologic diseases who also have bladder symptoms are referred to our urologists for further evaluation. We deliver the best and most current available treatment options for neurogenic bladder, including bladder training, sacral neuromodulation and catheterization. We also offer bladder reconstructive surgery, when needed.