Urologists in New Jersey
Pascack Valley Medical Center is proud to offer high quality urologic services to Westwood, New Jersey. Our specialists are dedicated to providing medical care with both compassion and efficiency, offering access to in-office laboratory and imaging services when needed. Our urologists offer procedures like vasectomies and testicular cancer screenings, and treatments for erectile dysfunction, kidney stones, urinary tract infections and prostate problems.
Our urology centers have on-site Quest Labs to make diagnostic tests faster and more effective, and we have extended weeknight and Saturday hours. No matter what type of service you require, the doctors at Pascack Valley Medical Center are committed to patient privacy and comfort, and we prioritize excellence in all we do.
Urologic Conditions We Treat
Urology is a practice that treats conditions of the urinary tract, meaning the kidneys and bladder, as well as the genitals of both men and women. These systems are often linked, and problems that affect one can also affect the other. Our urologists provide comprehensive care for a range of conditions that affect the urogenital tracts, including:
- Chronic urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Enlarged prostate
- Erectile dysfunction
- Incontinence
- Kidney stones
- Male infertility
- Overactive bladder
- Pelvic floor dysfunction
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Urogenital cancers
Urology Treatments We Provide
Our urologists perform a wide range of medical and minimally invasive procedures designed to provide effective care for conditions that affect the bladder, kidneys and genitals. Some of the treatments and diagnostic tests we provide include:
- Cystoscopy
- Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL)
- Prostate biopsy
- Trans-urethral resection of bladder tumor (TURBT)
- Ultrasound imaging
- Ureteroscopy
- Urinary stent removal
- UroLift procedure
- Vasectomy
Please call us to learn more about our urological treatments.
Vasectomy
A vasectomy is one of the most reliable forms of birth control, with nearly 100% effectiveness in preventing pregnancy. Vasectomies are performed in our clinic under light sedation. During this procedure, the vas deferens — the tube that carries sperm from the testes to the urethra — is cut and a small segment is removed. The ends are then closed to prevent sperm from entering the semen. Next, the surgeon makes a small incision in each side of the scrotum, pulls the tubes through the incisions, cuts them, and ties the ends. This quick and minimally invasive procedure ensures that sperm can no longer contribute to a pregnancy.
Post-procedure, it is normal to experience some discomfort and swelling. Patients will receive detailed instructions on caring for the incision site, which may include using cold packs and taking over-the-counter pain medications. Activity should be limited for a few days, but most men can return to their usual activities, including sexual intercourse, within a week. Although vasectomies are intended to be permanent, they can sometimes be reversed, with success depending on factors such as the time elapsed since the procedure. It is important to note that sterility is not immediate; it typically takes about three months (or 20 ejaculations) to clear out existing sperm. Until a urologist confirms that your sperm count is zero, alternative birth control methods should be used to prevent pregnancy.