January 2022 Somerset Urological Associates is pleased to announce that Dr. Keith A. Harmon has been chosen to serve as Chief of Urology at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset. Elected by his peers, Dr. Harmon will guide the Department of Urology as it continues to provide top quality state-of-the-art urological surgery and services. “I am honored to be selected by my colleagues to serve in this important role at our institution,” remarks Dr. Harmon. With almost a quarter century of experience, Dr. Harmon specializes in the treatment of prostate enlargement, voiding disorders in m ..read more

What is Urinary Incontinence (Overactive Bladder)? Urinary incontinence, often referred to as overactive bladder, is when an individual loses the ability to control their bladder. It can range in severity from an occasional leak, often when you cough or sneeze, to having such a strong urge to urinate that you cannot reach a toilet in time. While it occurs more in older adults, urinary incontinence can affect anyone at any age. It is an embarrassing problem for many, but there are treatment options to help ease the discomfort or to stop urinary incontinence altogether. Keep reading to learn mo ..read more

What is a Bladder Ultrasound and How is it performed? A bladder ultrasound is a simple procedure that takes an image of the inside of the bladder, as well as the contents of it by using high-frequency sound waves transmitted through a transducer. This procedure is performed the same way in which many other ultrasounds are. A bladder ultrasound is a non-invasive procedure and not painful. It is performed by a sonographer who will put a clear gel on the patients’ lower abdomen between the belly button and pelvis, then the ultrasound technician will firmly press a transducer that will emit high ..read more

Urinary incontinence is a fairly common problem that is often embarrassing and awkward for people to discuss, as well as inconvenient. Essentially, urinary incontinence is the loss of control of the bladder that ranges in severity from being caused by stress such as coughing to other more serious reasons. While sometimes associated with aging, urinary incontinence can affect anyone. Here are the different types of this condition. #1. Pressure Can Cause Stress Incontinence Urinary Stress Incontinence happens when a small amount of urine leaks from the urethra from a variety of actions including ..read more

Nothing is more important than your health. It is what allows you to enjoy the things you do, spend time with loved ones, and feel good throughout the day. To maintain a healthy lifestyle, there are many different actionable steps you can take, such as understanding your body and talking to a doctor when something feels wrong or uncomfortable. Being aware of any changes can help protect you against all types of diseases or illnesses. Read on to learn about four different types of urologic cancers, their symptoms, and what to look out for, so you are able to protect your health in the long run ..read more

Urinary stress incontinence is when a small amount of urine leaks from the urethra as a result of activities including coughing, sneezing, exercising, or other stressors. Stress incontinence is the most common type of incontinence suffered by women. In total, this condition affects approximately 13 million people in the United States, 85 percent of which are women. Incontinence is more common in women because of pregnancy, childbirth, and menopause. Men are affected too, but that is usually due to the enlargement of the prostate that occurs with aging. The reason stressors like sneezing cause ..read more

Benign prostatic hyperplasia, often called BPH, is a condition many men will experience as they age. BPH, commonly referred to as prostate gland enlargement, is not a form of cancer, and it does not increase your chances of having prostate cancer. However, its symptoms can be uncomfortable and disruptive to your everyday life, but treatment can get you back on track to comfortable living. At Somerset Urological Associates, we offer Cooled ThermoTherapy treatment to address BPH symptoms. This safe, non-surgical therapy offers long-term relief, so keep reading to learn more.  Symptoms of Benign ..read more

  Nothing is better than having a peace-of-mind, especially regarding health concerns. For men in particular, as they age one common cause of stress they will have to worry about is potential prostate problems. The prostate is located just below the urinary bladder and in front of the rectum. The prostate is a male reproductive gland that helps to produce semen. As men age, the prostate can enlarge and cause major problems. For instance, Prostatitis affects upward of 50% of men in their lifetime. Some common prostate conditions include bacterial infection, dribbling after urination, Prostatit ..read more

A laparoscopy is a medical procedure where your abdomen is examined with a special camera. Traditional surgery on that area requires a long, invasive cut, which is why laparoscopic surgery was invented. Laparoscopic surgery (or “keyhole surgery”) is a minimally invasive surgery on your abdomen area used with the help of the aforementioned special cameras or scope. Because the surgery uses those tiny cameras, there is no longer a need to make big incisions and have an open surgery.    In recent years, more and more patients are opting for robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery. However, in gene ..read more

For a large number of men, starting their own family is one of their lifelong dreams. Unfortunately, sometimes it isn’t that easy. If you have been trying to conceive a child with no success, it may be due to male infertility. While this may seem like a sensitive topic, it is actually a quite common issue – male infertility accounts for approximately half of all infertility cases. This can be coped with and treated if you know the basic signs of male infertility and reach out to a medical professional for help. 1. Libido and Hormonal Problems While men are frequently portrayed as having a hi ..read more