Advanced Urology Associates

Men’s Enlarged Prostate, BPH Free Online Seminar; Sign Up Today! “Don’t Let Symptoms From Your Enlarged Prostate Slow You Down!” Join Us for a Virtual Men’s Health Seminar. Learn more about treatment options, including the UroLift System, that can help relieve your symptoms and restore your quality of life. Date: June 24, 2020 Time: 6:00…

If you’re experiencing an Overactive Bladder and would like to speak to an Advanced Urology physician about your symptoms.

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March is the Best Time for a Vasectomy! Get snipped before the NCAA Basketball tournaments and you can kick back and watch basketball for 3 days! What is Vas-Madness? Across the nation, Urologist have found an increase in Vasectomy Appointments in the month of March. The procedure has been linked to the common sports craze…

Treatment Options for Erectile Dysfunction, Low Testosterone As men age, many tend to suffer from low energy and low testosterone, and issues with sexual performance, including dysfunction, become fairly common. These popular men’s health issues can have lasting effects on relationships and lifestyles. At Advanced Urology Associates, board-certified urologists have a variety of safe and…

Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet announces 2017 Physician of the YearDr. Ryan G. Manecke, (urology), was recently honored by Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center (PSJMC) as the 2017 “Physician of the Year” during the hospital’s Physician Recognition Night. The award recognizes and celebrates outstanding physicians who embody professionalism, teamwork, clinical excellence and a…

The 3 Most Common Concerns Regarding Men’s Urological HealthHint: They’re all below the belt and above the knees.It’s not easy for men to discuss what goes on below their belts and above their knees. Urologists are able to answer any questions men have about their private parts; they’re the best ones to contact, because they…

Is Your Urologist Board Certified?Here’s why you should check and select one who is.Anyone needing a specialized surgical procedure or cutting-edge medical care will want to be treated by a physician that has the highest level of training possible, which Board Certification provides. A general practitioner, for example, won’t be as knowledgeable in urology-related patient…

Advanced Urology raises $100,000 to end prostate cancerThe 2019 ZERO Run/Walk was hosted by Advance Urology Associates at their Joliet, IL location on June 1, 2019. It was the eighth year in a row they participated as one of 42 races around the country. Last year the race series was able to raise over $4.3…

2019 ZERO Run/Walk raises over $100,000!Fantastic turnout breaks records for the third straight year.On June 1, 2019, Advanced Urology Associates raised over $100,000 to fight and put an end to prostate cancer. This topped last year’s record by $10,000! Under a blue sky dappled with puffy white clouds, it was an incredible day of family,…

UroLift® Procedure For Enlarged Prostate Surpasses MedicationsBy the time they’re in their sixties, approximately 70% of men in the U.S. will have an enlarged prostate, also referred to as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). One very effective treatment for BPH is the UroLift® System, a procedure that lifts and holds the enlarged prostate tissue out of…

Extended Hours Offer Flexibility for Vasectomy PatientsA vasectomy is a safe, reliable procedure that many men choose after considering a variety of birth control options. “The vasectomy is one of the most successful birth control modalities,” explained Dr. Greg Andros, Urologist with Advanced Urology Associates. “There’s very low risk to the patient, and the procedure…

Treatment For Overactive Bladder Can Change Your LifeOveractive Bladder (OAB) affects men and women of all ages. What some people don’t realize is that there are many treatment options available to address the problem and help you get your life back.“A lot of our patients come in complaining that their bladder leaks, or that they…

Now Accepting Patients A Randomized Phase 3, Open-label Trial of Sipuleucel-T Administered To Patients On Active Surveillance For Newly Diagnosed Prostate Cancer. LEARN MORE

No-Scalpel Vasectomies: The Perfect Way To Get The Perfect Family SizeOnce people reach their thirties or forties, they’ve usually decided whether or not to have more children. The options available for reliable birth control tend to fall to women, many of whom use oral contraceptives or undergo a tubal ligation. Not all women, however, are…

Take Time to Celebrate National Prostate Cancer Awareness MonthSeptember is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a great time to remind men (and their loved ones) to learn about the disease and to discuss the benefits of getting screened for it. Prostate cancer is the second most common cancer in men after skin cancer, and is…

Enlarged Prostate (BPH) Is Common, TreatableThe prostate is a gland in the male body that plays a role in both urination and sex. It undergoes two major growth periods; the first is in early puberty, and the second is around age 25. This later growth phase often results in BPH (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia), or an…

Advanced Urology Opens New Office in Morris, IllinoisBefore he cut the ribbon on the new addition to the Morris offices of Advanced Urology on Friday, Dr. Gregory Lewis recalled what he described as a “cubby hole” office their staff once had moved into in 2005 in downtown Morris.Two exam rooms with a waiting room in…

Don’t Let Overactive Bladder Ruin Your Summer FunIf you’ve been diagnosed with overactive bladder (OAB), and haven’t found relief for your symptoms, there are a variety of treatments that may work wonders for you. OAB can have a major impact on your life, with frustrating incontinence and frequent urges to urinate with little or no…

Understanding Recommendations for Prostate Cancer ScreeningKnowing when to get screened for potential health issues can be confusing, especially when recommendations change over time.  Prostate cancer, which affects 1 in 9 men, is something that every man should be checked for, although the timing depends on their risk for the disease.“Until recently, prostate cancer screening was…

The Joliet Slammers pride themselves on being a family-friendly organization. So we asked some of their players, ‘How many kids would you like someday?’ Their answers surprised us. Advanced Urology Associates have generations of experience helping people achieve their dreams. Whether you need reliable infertility help in building your family, or a painless, no-scalpel vasectomy…

Treatment Options for Erectile Dysfunction, Low TestosteroneAs men age, many tend to suffer from low energy and low testosterone, and issues with sexual performance, including dysfunction, become fairly common. These popular men’s health issues can have lasting effects on relationships and lifestyles. At Advanced Urology Associates, board-certified urologists have a variety of safe and effective…

Michael Fuller wins Advanced Urology’s 2018 VasecTourney!In a year of upsets and Cinderella stories, this year’s winning bracket entry was filled out by Michael Fuller (left in picture). The annual tournament is open to anyone who has ever had a vasectomy with Advanced Urology Associates and this year had one of the largest group of…

Simple Treatments Available for Frustrating, Frequent Nighttime Restroom TripsMen who suffer from an enlarged prostate, (also called BPH, or benign prostatic hyperplasia),  frequently have to urinate multiple times throughout the night.  This bothersome BPH symptom is easy to correct, allowing patients to benefit from restful, uninterrupted sleep, increased productivity, and a better quality of life.“For…

Convenient Same-Day Vasectomy Consultation and Procedure AvailableIf you’re considering a vasectomy, or if you’ve already made the decision to go ahead with it, Advanced Urology Associates is now providing a way to squeeze two of the necessary steps into one visit, streamlining the process to save extra travel and waiting time for patients.A vasectomy is…