We’ve all heard the saying “quit while you’re ahead” – that advice doesn’t just apply to your blackjack hot streak at the hotel casino. While there’s plenty of joy and pride that comes from the experience of raising kids, there’s also plenty of costs that come with the responsibility of fathering a child. In a recent analysis from the Brookings Institution, the average cost of raising a child from birth to age 17 increased by $26,000 between 2020 and 2022, resulting in a whopping current average of $310,000 – and that’s not including the additional expenses that come with sending that same chi ..read more

At Urology Centers of Alabama, patient satisfaction has always been and remains the top priority. The expert physicians, nurses, and medical staff that make up the UCA clinical team are committed to delivering the best possible patient experience, one that marries effective treatment, comfortable care, and convenient consultation options such as Telehealth that cater to each patient’s schedule and travel needs. With 14 clinic locations in operation, UCA gives patients vital access to world-class urological care throughout the state of Alabama. This past June, UCA was selected as an honoree at ..read more

At Urology Centers of Alabama, we pride ourselves on providing patients with the highest standard of urologic care possible. The physicians, nurses, and medical staff that comprise our clinical team put in countless hours and maximum effort to ensure they are delivering the level of expert care our patients deserve every day. In honor of the retirement of UCA physicians Dr. Mark DeGuenther and Dr. Taylor Bragg, we thought it would be only fitting to put a spotlight on these two physicians and the incredible work they’ve done for patients at UCA. Mark DeGuenther, M.D. A native of Atlanta, Georg ..read more

Think of the human body like a sports car – a complex, well-oiled machine that needs regular upkeep to perform at max potential. When it comes time for a repair or a tune-up, odds are you wouldn’t trust just any auto repair shop with your high-end vehicle. On the contrary, you’d want to find the most knowledgeable, experienced mechanic in the area that you can trust to properly service your ride. When it comes to your urological needs, you shouldn’t settle for anything but the best care available. While it may be tempting to seek consultation from a “quick-fix” men’s clinic that you’ve likely ..read more

April is National Minority Health Month, a time when medical professionals across the country join together to raise awareness about the health disparities that continue to affect racial and ethnic minority groups throughout America. These efforts are made in the hopes of creating positive change through the delivery of health education and encouraging those who belong to an affected minority group to get regular health screenings to ensure early detection of the conditions that affect their demographic the most. In honor of NMHM, the experts at UCA would like to put the spotlight on prostate ..read more

Throughout the month of April, UCA and the UCA Women’s Center joins medical professionals across America in honoring National Stress Awareness Month, which has been commemorated in the U.S. since 1992. The goal of Stress Awareness Month is to educate Americans about the damage that long-term stress can have on the body, both mentally and physically. Extended periods of chronic stress can have a significant impact on a person’s overall health that can result in the development of a variety of conditions. This blog will discuss how chronic stress can impact urological health and how stress manag ..read more

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a sexual dysfunction condition that is common in men over the age of 40. Patients affected by ED have experience symptoms such as difficulty developing or sustaining an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse, low self-esteem, and decreased sex drive. While ED can be caused by nerve damage, stress or emotional health issues, a majority of ED cases are of vascular origin. Commonly utilized treatment options for ED include oral & injectable medications, surgery, and vacuum devices, but for patients looking for an alternative to those methods of treatment, DuoL ..read more

In March 2022, UCA’s Dr. Austin Lutz appeared on Fox 6 News at Noon to discuss Low Testosterone in men. Experts estimate about 2 men in every 100 may have low T. The chance of having the condition tends to increase as a part of aging. It’s important to know the signs and when to get tested. Watch Dr. Lutz full segment below to learn more.     The post Dr. Austin Lutz Discusses Low Testosterone on WBRC Fox 6 appeared first on Urology Centers of Alabama ..read more

ICYMI: Dr. Patrick Mills visited The Next Round on Friday, March 4th to discuss vasectomies and the new UCA Men’s Health Center. Watch Dr.Mills’ full segment below to learn more.   The post Dr. Patrick Mills visited The Next Round to Discuss the New UCA Men’s Health Center appeared first on Urology Centers of Alabama ..read more

Urology Centers of Alabama and Phosphorus Announce Partnership to Provide Holistic, Preventative Genetic Insight for Patients Through the GeneCompassTM Genetic Test Urology Centers of Alabama announced beginning March 2022 it will launch access to Phosphorus’s GeneCompass NGS genetic test to patients. Urology Centers of Alabama (UCA) announced today that it has entered into a partnership with Phosphorus, a leading preventative genomics company, to offer GeneCompass, the first holistic, medical-grade genetic test, to enhance their comprehensive treatment services of men’s health. The combinatio ..read more