Department of Urology

Women’s Urologic Health

The Department of Urology at Brigham and Women's Hospital (BWH) offers a female-focused program dedicated to the special needs of women experiencing urinary issues. Whether the concern has been caused by childbirth, pelvic surgery, a structural anomaly or infection, our urologic surgeons will determine the cause of the problem and develop the optimal treatment plan.

Common conditions include:

Our board-certified urologic surgeons are specially trained in disorders of the female urinary tract. We understand the physical and emotional toll that urologic problems can cause women and are dedicated to easing patient discomfort while relieving symptoms and worry. Our safe and accurate diagnostic methods include cystoscopy and urodynamic testing and proven treatment methods ranging from medication and bladder training to biofeedback, electrical stimulation and minimally invasive surgery. With the help of BWH urologic surgeons, women can resume their active lifestyles with confidence.

Our urology practice consists of board-certified urologic surgeons and a supportive clinical and administrative staff who work as one cohesive team to provide the best possible care for each patient. In addition, patients have full access to BWH's world-renowned academic medical center in Boston with its diverse multidisciplinary specialists and state-of-the-art facilities.

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