Urology

    Overview

    Urology focuses on the medical and surgical treatment of the male genitourinary system, female urinary tract, and the adrenal gland. Urologists treat patients with kidney, ureter, bladder, prostate, urethra, and male genital structure disorders and injuries. They often coordinate care with nephrologists for patients with kidney disease and may perform kidney transplantations. Urologists may also investigate and treat infertility and male sexual dysfunction. Diagnostic procedures are very important for urologists. They use endoscopic, percutaneous, and open surgery to treat congenital and acquired disorders of the reproductive and urinary systems and related structures. These specialists see male and female patients of all ages and work in both hospital and clinic settings.

    New medical procedures for enlarged prostate

    As our doctors are continually teaching medical students, they are aware of the latest research and developments in procedures, treatments and technologies for urology patients. As one of the first organizations to use Rezum water vapor therapy, we use new technology to treat benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate. Water vapor therapy is a natural alternative to surgery. With just a few drops pf water, your urologist can shrink the prostate, allowing urine to flow freely. This quick, in-office procedure does not require general anesthesia or any incisions, and most patients can return to regular activity within a few days. Water vapor therapy also preserves sexual function.

    Greenlight laser vaporization can also be used to treat an enlarged prostate. We also have an office-based procedure that can helps ease urine flow, called UroLift.

    Our doctors

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    Jay Benoit, NP-C

    Family Nurse Practitioner Urology
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    Robert Blackwell, MD

    Urologist Urology
    302 West Hay Street Suite 200 Decatur, IL 62526
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    Loralee Donnelly, FNP-BC

    Certified Nurse Practitioner Urology
    747 N. Rutledge Street 5th Floor Springfield, IL 62702
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    Anne Foster, NP-C

    Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Urology
    747 N. Rutledge Street 5th Floor Springfield, IL 62702
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    Samuel Grampsas, MD

    Urologist Urology
    301 N. 8th St. Springfield, IL 62701
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    Michael Karasis, MD

    Urologist Urology
    1770 E. Lake Shore Drive Suite 307 Decatur, IL 62521
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    Ashley Kirkpatrick, FNP-BC

    Certified Nurse Practitioner Urology
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    Ranjiv Mathews, MD

    Urologist Urology
    747 N. Rutledge Street 5th Floor Springfield, IL 62702
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    Maria Monn, MD

    Reconstructive Urologist Urology
    747 N. Rutledge Street 5th Floor Springfield, IL 62702
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    Bradley Schwartz, DO

    Urologist Urology
    747 N. Rutledge Street 5th Floor Springfield, IL 62702
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    Allyson Snyder, DNP, NP-C

    Certified Nurse Practitioner Urology
    302 West Hay Street Suite 200 Decatur, IL 62526
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    Nicole Soper, FNP-BC

    Certified Nurse Practitioner Urology
    302 West Hay Street Suite 200 Decatur, IL 62526
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    Nick Tadros, MD, MCR

    Urologist Urology
    747 N. Rutledge Street 5th Floor Springfield, IL 62702

    Why SIU

    Continually learning

    With a focus on continual improvement, our doctors take the time to research, study and innovate to provide the latest treatments for our patients.

    Patient-first experience

    Our care ranges from primary care physicians to specialists and sub-specialists who have advanced training. We're here for you when you need us.

    Breakthrough technology

    Continually teaching the next generation of doctors, our physicians use the latest developments in procedures and technologies for our patients.

    Our Locations

    Locations

    SIU Urology

    747 N. Rutledge Street Springfield, IL 62702 5th Floor
    Mon - Fri: 8:00 am-4:30 pm
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    SIU Urology at Decatur Memorial Hospital

    302 West Hay Street Decatur, IL 62526 Suite 200
    Mon - Fri: 8:00 am-4:30 pm
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    SIU Urology at Lakeshore Medical Office Building

    1770 E. Lake Shore Drive Decatur, IL 62521 Suite 307

    Clinical trials

    Trial
    Urology

    The Erectile Restoration Registry – IT MATTERS

    Active recruiting

    The purpose of this research study is to assess the impact of the BSC penile prostheses devices on quality of life in men with erectile dysfunction through the use of questionnaires.  The study is an observation of your medical condition for a period of time after the initial implant of the device.