{"id":2115,"date":"2024-10-08T09:28:45","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T09:28:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sgito.org\/kn\/?page_id=2115"},"modified":"2024-11-18T11:21:11","modified_gmt":"2024-11-18T11:21:11","slug":"urology","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sgito.org\/kn\/urology\/","title":{"rendered":"Urology"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Overview:<\/strong><\/p>

The Department of Urology at SGITO provides comprehensive urological care, addressing a wide range of conditions including urological trauma, infections, neurourology, and strictures of the urethra. The department works in close collaboration with other specialties, ensuring that all patients receive holistic and integrated care for their urological concerns.<\/p>

The department is renowned for its expertise in urethral reconstruction<\/strong> and bladder management<\/strong> following spinal cord injuries<\/strong>. Experienced urologists are available full-time for consultations, providing exceptional care to both inpatients and outpatients.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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Key Features:<\/strong><\/p>

  • Department Established:<\/strong> 2014<\/li>
  • Specialization:<\/strong> Management of urethral injuries<\/strong> and neurogenic bladder<\/strong><\/li>
  • Intra-departmental Coordination:<\/strong> Close collaboration with the Departments of Orthopaedics, Pathology, Radiology, Medicine, and General Surgery<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ul>

    About Urology:<\/strong><\/p>

    Urology is a surgical specialty that focuses on the urinary tracts of both males and females, as well as the male reproductive system. Urologists are trained to diagnose, treat, and manage conditions related to these organs. The organs involved include the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, urethra<\/strong>, and in males, the reproductive organs<\/strong> (testes, epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, prostate, and penis).<\/p>

    Since the urinary and reproductive systems are closely related, disorders of one can affect the other. Urology encompasses both medical<\/strong> issues (e.g., urinary tract infections and neurogenic bladder) and surgical<\/strong> problems (e.g., urethral stricture management).<\/p>

    Sub-specialties in Urology at SGITO:<\/strong><\/p>

    1. Neurourology:<\/strong> Focuses on the nervous system’s control of the genitourinary system, addressing conditions like urinary incontinence<\/strong>, detrusor overactivity<\/strong>, urinary retention<\/strong>, and detrusor sphincter dyssynergia<\/strong> caused by neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis<\/strong>, Parkinson’s disease<\/strong>, and spinal cord injury<\/strong>. Diagnostic tests like urodynamic studies<\/strong> and therapies such as clean intermittent self-catheterization<\/strong>, anticholinergic drugs<\/strong>, Botulinum toxin injections<\/strong>, and sacral neuromodulation<\/strong> are commonly used.<\/p><\/li>

    2. Reconstructive Urology:<\/strong> Focuses on restoring the function of the genitourinary tract. Conditions like urethral or ureteral strictures<\/strong> often require reconstructive surgery to regain functionality.<\/p><\/li>

    3. Andrology:<\/strong> Specializes in the male reproductive system, particularly male infertility<\/strong>, erectile dysfunction<\/strong>, and ejaculatory disorders<\/strong>. This field overlaps with endocrinology<\/strong> as male sexuality is primarily regulated by hormones. Surgical treatments include fertilization procedures<\/strong>, vasectomy reversals<\/strong>, and the implantation of penile prostheses<\/strong>.<\/p><\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t

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      Professional Societies\/Membership:<\/strong><\/p>

      • Full member of Urological Society of India<\/strong><\/li>
      • Member of Karnataka Urological Association<\/strong><\/li>
      • Member of Bangalore Urological Society<\/strong><\/li>
      • Member of International Continence Society<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>


        Publications:<\/strong><\/p>

        • 7 publications in indexed journals<\/li><\/ul>


          Services Offered:<\/strong><\/p>

          • Management of Urological Trauma<\/strong> and Neurourology<\/strong><\/li>
          • GU Trauma and Reconstruction<\/strong><\/li>
          • Urethral Stricture Disease<\/strong><\/li>
          • Peyronie\u2019s Disease:<\/strong> Medical and Surgical Correction of Penile Curvature<\/li>
          • Erectile Dysfunction:<\/strong> All aspects of restoration of erectile function (Medical and Surgical, including Prosthetics)<\/li>
          • Ureteral Injury:<\/strong> Ureteral Repair (Pyeloplasty)<\/li>
          • Urologic Trauma:<\/strong> Renal, Ureteral, Bladder, Urethra, Penis, Scrotum<\/li>
          • Men\u2019s Health:<\/strong> Andrology, Sexual Function, Prostate Disorders, and Voiding Dysfunction<\/li>
          • Neurourology:<\/strong> Bladder management after spinal cord injuries<\/li><\/ul>

            Infrastructure:<\/strong><\/p>

            • Equipment for Open Urological Procedures<\/strong><\/li>
            • Male and Female Urethral Dilators<\/strong><\/li>
            • Suprapubic Catheters<\/strong><\/li>
            • Department Facilities:<\/strong>
              • One OPD room<\/li>
              • One minor operating theatre in OPD<\/li>
              • One major operating theatre<\/li>
              • Books on trauma and reconstructive urology available in the library<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>

                Outpatient Services:<\/strong><\/p>

                • 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon on all working days<\/li>
                • Emergency Services:<\/strong> Available round the clock<\/li><\/ul>


                  Operative Procedures, Cross References, Teaching Programmes, and Administrative Work:<\/strong><\/p>

                  • 12:00 Noon to 4:00 PM on all working days<\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t
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                    \nDr. Shreeharsha Mallappa Awati MS<\/span>(General Surgery) DNB (Urology)<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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                    Associate Professor \/ Urology<\/strong><\/p>

                    He has 5 years of experience and has special interests in Endourology, Andrology, Reconstructive Urological procedures, and managing Neurogenic bladder.<\/p>

                    Education:<\/strong><\/p>

                    • 2001<\/strong> – MBBS \u2013 BMCRI, Bangalore<\/li>
                    • 2006<\/strong> – MS (General Surgery) \u2013 KIMS, Hubli<\/li>
                    • 2012<\/strong> – DNB (Urology) \u2013 St. John Medical College Hospital<\/li><\/ul>


                      Experience:<\/strong><\/p>

                      • 2001-2002<\/strong> – House Surgeon at Victoria Hospital and Bowring & Lady Curzon Hospital, Bangalore (Worked in various clinical departments)<\/li>
                      • 2003-2006<\/strong> – Postgraduate student in General Surgery at KIMS Hospital, Hubli<\/li>
                      • 2006-2008<\/strong> – Assistant Professor at PESIMSR, Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh<\/li>
                      • 2008-2011<\/strong> – DNB student in Urology at St. John Medical College Hospital, Bangalore<\/li>
                      • 2011-2013<\/strong> – Senior Resident at ESI-PGIMSR, Bangalore<\/li>
                      • Since 06-03-2014<\/strong> – Assistant Professor in Urology at SGITO, Bangalore<\/li><\/ul>


                        Duties:<\/strong><\/p>

                        • Conducting OPD and ward work<\/li>
                        • Performing major surgeries independently<\/li>
                        • Assisting general surgeons and other specialists<\/li>
                        • Making independent decisions on patient management<\/li>
                        • Seeing referrals from other departments<\/li>
                        • Teaching post-graduate students in orthopaedics and paramedical students<\/li>
                        • Administrative duties<\/li><\/ul>

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                          Department of Urology Introduction Overview: The Department of Urology at SGITO provides comprehensive urological care, addressing a wide range of conditions including urological trauma, infections, neurourology, and strictures of the urethra. The department works in close collaboration with other specialties, ensuring that all patients receive holistic and integrated care for their urological concerns. The department is renowned for its expertise in urethral reconstruction and bladder management following spinal cord injuries. Experienced urologists are available full-time for consultations, providing exceptional care to both inpatients and outpatients. Key Features: Department Established: 2014 Specialization: Management of urethral injuries and neurogenic bladder Intra-departmental Coordination: Close collaboration with the Departments of Orthopaedics, Pathology, Radiology, Medicine, and General Surgery. About Urology: Urology is a surgical specialty that focuses on the urinary tracts of both males and females, as well as the male reproductive system. Urologists are trained to diagnose, treat, and manage conditions related to these organs. The organs involved include the kidneys, ureters, urinary bladder, urethra, and in males, the reproductive organs (testes, epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, prostate, and penis). Since the urinary and reproductive systems are closely related, disorders of one can affect the other. Urology encompasses both medical issues (e.g., urinary tract infections and neurogenic bladder) and surgical problems (e.g., urethral stricture management). Sub-specialties in Urology at SGITO: Neurourology: Focuses on the nervous system’s control of the genitourinary system, addressing conditions like urinary incontinence, detrusor overactivity, urinary retention, and detrusor sphincter dyssynergia caused by neurological disorders such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson’s disease, and spinal cord injury. Diagnostic tests like urodynamic studies and therapies such as clean intermittent self-catheterization, anticholinergic drugs, Botulinum toxin injections, and sacral neuromodulation are commonly used. Reconstructive Urology: Focuses on restoring the function of the genitourinary tract. Conditions like urethral or ureteral strictures often require reconstructive surgery to regain functionality. Andrology: Specializes in the male reproductive system, particularly male infertility, erectile dysfunction, and ejaculatory disorders. This field overlaps with endocrinology as male sexuality is primarily regulated by hormones. Surgical treatments include fertilization procedures, vasectomy reversals, and the implantation of penile prostheses. Professional Societies\/Membership: Full member of Urological Society of India Member of Karnataka Urological Association Member of Bangalore Urological Society Member of International Continence Society Publications: 7 publications in indexed journals Services Offered: Management of Urological Trauma and Neurourology GU Trauma and Reconstruction Urethral Stricture Disease Peyronie\u2019s Disease: Medical and Surgical Correction of Penile Curvature Erectile Dysfunction: All aspects of restoration of erectile function (Medical and Surgical, including Prosthetics) Ureteral Injury: Ureteral Repair (Pyeloplasty) Urologic Trauma: Renal, Ureteral, Bladder, Urethra, Penis, Scrotum Men\u2019s Health: Andrology, Sexual Function, Prostate Disorders, and Voiding Dysfunction Neurourology: Bladder management after spinal cord injuries Infrastructure: Equipment for Open Urological Procedures Male and Female Urethral Dilators Suprapubic Catheters Department Facilities: One OPD room One minor operating theatre in OPD One major operating theatre Books on trauma and reconstructive urology available in the library Outpatient Services: 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon on all working days Emergency Services: Available round the clock Operative Procedures, Cross References, Teaching Programmes, and Administrative Work: 12:00 Noon to 4:00 PM on all working days Consultants \/ Doctors Dr. Shreeharsha Mallappa Awati MS(General Surgery) DNB (Urology) Associate Professor \/ Urology He has 5 years of experience and has special interests in Endourology, Andrology, Reconstructive Urological procedures, and managing Neurogenic bladder. Education: 2001 – MBBS \u2013 BMCRI, Bangalore 2006 – MS (General Surgery) \u2013 KIMS, Hubli 2012 – DNB (Urology) \u2013 St. John Medical College Hospital Experience: 2001-2002 – House Surgeon at Victoria Hospital and Bowring & Lady Curzon Hospital, Bangalore (Worked in various clinical departments) 2003-2006 – Postgraduate student in General Surgery at KIMS Hospital, Hubli 2006-2008 – Assistant Professor at PESIMSR, Kuppam, Andhra Pradesh 2008-2011 – DNB student in Urology at St. John Medical College Hospital, Bangalore 2011-2013 – Senior Resident at ESI-PGIMSR, Bangalore Since 06-03-2014 – Assistant Professor in Urology at SGITO, Bangalore Duties: Conducting OPD and ward work Performing major surgeries independently Assisting general surgeons and other specialists Making independent decisions on patient management Seeing referrals from other departments Teaching post-graduate students in orthopaedics and paramedical students Administrative duties \u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"elementor_header_footer","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2115","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sgito.org\/kn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2115","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sgito.org\/kn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sgito.org\/kn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sgito.org\/kn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sgito.org\/kn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2115"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/sgito.org\/kn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2115\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sgito.org\/kn\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2115"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}