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This week we are joined by Dr. Aaron Berger who will be taking a deep dive into Testosterone Therapy. Testosterone therapy is a medical treatment used to supplement or replace the testosterone hormone in individuals who have low levels of testosterone. Testosterone therapy can be administered in various forms, including injections, patches, gels, pellets, and oral tablets. *The information provide...

This week we are joined by Poiesis Medical LLC the creator and manufacturer of the Duette™ Bladder Care Catheter. The Duette dual balloon indwelling catheter can now be used across all health events and lifestyle needs where a Foley catheter is required. Join us to learn more about this innovative change to the foley catheter. *The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only,...

This week we are joined by former SUNA president and Hollister product expert Mary Anne Wasner, BSN, RN, CURN, FAUNA. She will be presenting on Hollister’s line of Intermittent Catheters. She will also discuss patient education materials available from Hollister as well as reimbursement support. *The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for pro...

Urinary catheters may be appropriately indicated for the management of urinary retention, the management of immobilized patients (e.g., pelvic fracture), hourly urine output measurement in critically ill patients, and improved patient comfort for end of life care. Some evidence shows that catheters are used too frequently without meeting indications for appropriate use or may be used longer than r...

The treatment options depend on the grade and stage of the tumor. A high-grade, non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer, can generally be treated with a transurethral resection of the bladder tumor, followed by intravesicle therapy, either with chemotherapy or immunotherapy. Join us as our panelist Laurie Atkinson, RN, CURN discusses the options for treatment.  The information provided on the site is f...

Anthony M. Sam is a Partner at Cunningham, Meyer & Vedrine where he focuses his practice on insurance defense in the areas of medical malpractice, complex personal injury, healthcare, insurance coverage and transportation. Join us to learn how to minimize your risk of malpractice lawsuits from providing patient care. The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and do...

Pediatric urology is focused on treating problems related to the genitals or urinary tract in children, which includes the kidneys and bladder. Paula Wagner, MSN FNP-C will share her experience as a pediatric urology nurse. The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare pro...

Vic Senese will share his tricks on getting the most out of the technology we all carry around to help you work more efficiently. We will demonstrate hardware and software solutions in urology. The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medic...

Don't miss our New Years Eve special where we will be looking at the Best of 2022. UroNurse launched August 6th and we have had weekly episodes since then. Join us as we take a look back at where we started and where we are going! We will look back at clips from previous shows to see how we have progressed as well as discuss options for future shows. At the end of the show I will invite attend...

Don't miss our Christmas Eve special where we will be reviewing new urology products. The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

This week Vic Senese, RN,BSN will take deep dive into Nursing on a Cruise Ship. Join me as I vacation onboard the RCCL Independence of the Sea. Another first for UroNurse as I attempt to broadcast live from the ship’s wifi! I will be bringing you a birds eye view of the ship and I hope to interview the ships healthcare providers. I want to know what happens if I go into urinary retention on a ship...

This week Vic Senese, RN,BSN will take deep dive into the proper procedure on how to instill the male urethra with Glydo (2% Lidocaine Jelly).  We will be discussing the Lidocaine shortage.  Our guest panelists from  Sagent Pharmaceuticals Jay Bjork and Matthew Blasik will give us some insight into how their company is coping with this shortage. The information provided on the site is for educatio...

This week’s expert is Amy Hull, DNP WHNP-BC who will be taking a deep dive into: Pessaries Pessaries come in many shapes and sizes. The device fits into the vagina and provides support to vaginal tissues displaced by pelvic organ prolapse. Amy Hull will discuss how fit a pessary and help provide information about which type would work best. The information provided on the site is for educational p...

This was presented at the Chicago Metro SUNA Fall conference. Dr. Kristen Baldea discusses the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of kidney stones. *The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment. #stone #...

This week’s expert is Vic Senese, RN, BSN, CURN who will be taking a deep dive into: Erectile Dysfunction This is the third part of our journey into erectile dysfunction. In this episode I will examine the use of pharmacologic agents for erections. I will be covering both injectables and intra-urethral agents. *The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not sub...

This week’s expert is Shravya Kovela, PT, DPT, OCS who will be taking a deep dive into: What does the pelvic floor have to do with stress urinary incontinence? The pelvic floor muscles have several functions including urethral sphincter control, support, and stability of the pelvic girdle. These muscles do not work alone; they work in conjunction with the surrounding musculature, joints, and the b...

This week's episode will continue our discussion on Catheters taking a deep dive looking at speciality catheters, SP tubes and external catheters. *The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Today's episode we will take a deep dive into solving catheter issues. Todd Thompson, MSN, RN-BC will be discussing his solutions to common catheter problems. *The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treat...

Today's episode we will take a deep dive into erectile dysfunction. This is the second episode in a 3 part deep dive. today we will discuss penile prosthesis and vacuum erection devices. *The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical...

This is our first remote program. I attended the SUNA conference in New Orleans and I shared video footage from the meeting. *The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment. #SUNA #urologynursing

In this episode I discuss erectile dysfunction. I will be breaking this down into parts. This first part will deal with medications used to treat ED. *The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment. #ed #er...

Today's episode is a catheter presentation for those who are new to urology and experienced urology professionals. *The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment. #catheter #bladder #cauti

A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection that affects any part of the urinary system, which includes the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra. UTIs are commonly caused by bacteria entering the urinary tract through the urethra and multiplying in the bladder. Symptoms of a urinary tract infection can vary but commonly include: Frequent urge to urinate. Pain or burning sensation during urin...

Today's episode will discuss BPH Procedures in the Urology office . We will cover Rezum and Urolift procedures. *The information provided on the site is for educational purposes only, and does not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment. #rezum #urolift #bph

Telephone triage is a process where healthcare professionals, often nurses or specially trained individuals, assess and provide medical advice or guidance to patients over the phone. It is a method used to help determine the appropriate level of care needed based on the patient's symptoms and medical history. During a telephone triage, the healthcare professional will ask the patient a series...