Vince Ortolano, MD, FACS, PC

Vince Ortolano, MD, FACS, PC Urologist in Albuquerque, NM Dr. Vince Ortolano's primary specialty deals with the renal system, one of the most important systems in the body.

Through the urinary tract and all the other organs that comprise the renal system, our bodies are able to filter the waste from the food and fluids that we take in, and release them when urinating. Without a fully-functional renal system, our bodies will be highly susceptible to serious urinary tract problems like prostate, bladder and kidney diseases.

05/03/2018

Did you know that the proper name for painful bladder syndrome is interstitial cystitis? This is a chronic condition that causes mild to severe bladder pressure and bladder pain, and sometimes pelvic pain as well.

05/01/2018

Are you running into pain when you urinate? It could be caused by various reasons, including infections in the prostrate or the bladder, or obstruction in the urethra (such as kidney stones). A urologist will help diagnose the problem and solve it.

04/26/2018

If you’ve been hesitant to seek treatment for your prostate cancer because you don’t like the idea of having surgery, you could be giving the cancer time to spread beyond control. Let’s talk about the different non-surgical treatment options that could be available to you.

04/24/2018

A UTI or urinary tract infection can involve any part of the urinary tract: the ureter, urethra, bladder, tubes, or kidneys. E.coli is the main bacterial cause of bladder infection, whereas STDs (s*xually transmitted diseases) are the main culprits in urethral infection.

04/19/2018

Prostate cancer is the most common non-skin cancer in the United States. Early stages of the disease are difficult to diagnose, so report any changes to your doctor.

04/17/2018

Sexual dysfunction can also be assessed and treated by a urologist. This includes issues with erectile dysfunction or a decrease in testosterone, which can reduce s*x drive.

04/12/2018

Vasectomies, which may be performed by urologists, are a low-risk way for males to prevent pregnancy with their significant other. There is only about a two or three percent chance that infection or pain result from this surgery.

04/10/2018

Prostate exams can be intimate, so discuss any discomfort with your doctor. This includes the option to decline medical observation, which can occur in training hospitals.

04/05/2018

So what exactly is cystoscopy? This is a procedure that allows for direct viewing of the inside of the bladder and is an especially important diagnostic tool when it comes to detecting cancer.

04/03/2018

What should you expect if you’ve been diagnosed with a routine or simple UTI? In addition to prescribing antibiotics, most doctors recommend drinking plenty of water and emptying your bladder frequently to help flush the infection from your body.

03/29/2018

Did you know that cancer of the prostate is the number two cancer killer of men in the US? Fortunately, prostate cancer advances slowly, which is why early detection (via annual screenings) is so important to a good outcome.

03/27/2018

Did you know that there are different types of cancer that can occur throughout the urinary tract? These include kidney, bladder, prostate, and testicular cancer, as well as the incredibly rare pe**le cancer. Fortunately, a urologist can treat all of these.

03/22/2018

"Prostatitis" is the medical term for a prostate infection. However, it is crucial that the specific type of prostatitis is diagnosed because the treatment is different depending on the specific condition. The severity of pelvic pain, difficulty going to the bathroom, and other symptoms can vary significantly from patient to patient.

03/20/2018

Prostate cancer statistics show that the disease is somehow related to the aging process. While only 1 out of 55 men gets prostate cancer by the time he or she reaches 59 years old, that rate increases to one out of six cancer cases for men between 60 and 79 years.

03/15/2018

Many women who tend to drink a lot of caffeinated sodas and avoid drinking water are at risk of developing UTI’s. Certain beverages such as sodas, coffee, and alcohol trigger these infections. Chronic dehydration is also a major cause of UTIs.

03/13/2018

Mixed urinary incontinence means that the person suffers from both stress incontinence and urge incontinence. It is common to have a mix of both conditions.

03/08/2018

Prostate is one of the most common cancers in the country with more than 192,000 cases expected to be diagnosed in 2013. While this cancer can be deadly, the good news is that it is one of the most curable types of cancers when caught in its early stages.

03/06/2018

Urologists are specialists in the urinary tract for both men and women. This includes the kidneys, ureter (which runs from the kidneys), urinary bladder, and urethra. Additionally, they’re also specialists in male reproductive organs (women would see a gynecologist instead).

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Albuquerque, NM
87110

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Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

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+15052946979

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