Keck Medicine of USC Blog | Urology

Life After Prostate Removal
November 4, 2026

Life After Prostate Removal

Bladder, sex and fertility are affected, but there are ways to improve quality of life after a radical prostatectomy. Congratulations,...
Is Prostate Cancer Hereditary?
November 4, 2026

Is Prostate Cancer Hereditary?

A urologist shares what you can do to minimize your risk if prostate cancer runs in your family. About one...
Does a Low PSA Mean I Don’t Have to Worry About Prostate Cancer?
November 2, 2026

Does a Low PSA Mean I Don’t Have to Worry About Prostate Cancer?

A urologist discusses what a low PSA might mean and why PSA alone can’t confirm or rule out prostate cancer....
Life After Prostate Removal
November 4, 2026

Life After Prostate Removal

Bladder, sex and fertility are affected, but there are ways to improve quality of life after a radical prostatectomy. Congratulations,...
Is Prostate Cancer Hereditary?
November 4, 2026

Is Prostate Cancer Hereditary?

A urologist shares what you can do to minimize your risk if prostate cancer runs in your family. About one...
Does a Low PSA Mean I Don’t Have to Worry About Prostate Cancer?
November 2, 2026

Does a Low PSA Mean I Don’t Have to Worry About Prostate Cancer?

A urologist discusses what a low PSA might mean and why PSA alone can’t confirm or rule out prostate cancer....
Meet Sij Hemal, MD
September 9, 2026

Meet Sij Hemal, MD

Dr. Hemal is a urologic oncology surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in performing robotic procedures to treat...
 Still Struggling with Female Incontinence? A Urologist Explains Minimally Invasive Treatment Options.
June 8, 2026

Still Struggling with Female Incontinence? A Urologist Explains Minimally Invasive Treatment Options.

If female incontinence is decreasing your quality of life, it may be time to seek minimally invasive treatment. A Keck Medicine of USC urologist explains the...
 How Can I Remember Important Medical Information?
March 16, 2026

How Can I Remember Important Medical Information?

A urologist explains how doctors help patients understand and remember important information from their medical appointments.  Kian Asanad, MD, a urologist with USC Urology,...
 Kidney Stones: Are They Different for Women?
November 10, 2025

Kidney Stones: Are They Different for Women?

Both men and women can get kidney stones. A urologist with USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, part of Keck Medicine of...
 Can Prostate Cancer Treatment Affect Sex Health?
November 6, 2025

Can Prostate Cancer Treatment Affect Sex Health?

A men’s health urologist and surgical subspecialist with Keck Medicine of USC discusses the potential sexual side effects of prostate...
 Meet Amir Lebastchi, MD
November 3, 2025

Meet Amir Lebastchi, MD

Dr. Lebastchi is a urologist with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in minimally invasive procedures and urologic oncology. He...
 Meet Rene Sotelo, MD
June 2, 2025

Meet Rene Sotelo, MD

Dr. Sotelo is a urologist with Keck Medicine of USC specializing in advanced robotic and laparoscopic surgeries. He treats patients...
 Meet David A. Ginsberg, MD
April 16, 2025

Meet David A. Ginsberg, MD

Dr. Ginsberg is a urologist with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in treating pelvic floor disorders. He treats patients...