Johns Hopkins Brady Urological Institute

02/26/2026

🎙️In this Cancer Matters podcast, Dr Bill Nelson talks to Dr Christian Pavlovich, a urologic oncologist, about the ever-expanding treatment options available for patients with in Washington DC. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4sbd5qW

02/03/2026

Don't forget to register for our webinar on pediatric scrotal and testicular conditions this Friday, Feb. 6 at 1 p.m. EST. Pediatric urologist Ming-Hsien Wang will discuss the causes and symptoms of various scrotal and testicular conditions. Register now: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/health-upcoming-event-list/pediatric-scrotal-and-testicular-conditions

02/02/2026

We are thrilled to introduce the Brady Urological Institute’s Residency Class of 2032. Please join us in giving a warm welcome to our newest residents: Aidan Weitzner, Laura Williams and Ryan Antar.

We are honored to be part of your journey and can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make. Welcome to the Brady Urological Institute!

01/27/2026

Many men don’t want to talk about it. The topic — and the testing — can be very personal. But when it comes to prostate cancer, that talk or test could save your life.

01/12/2026

Join us on Feb. 6 at 1 p.m. EST for a webinar on pediatric scrotal and testicular conditions. Pediatric urologist Ming-Hsien Wang will discuss the causes and symptoms of various scrotal and testicular conditions. Register now: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/health-upcoming-event-list/pediatric-scrotal-and-testicular-conditions

01/08/2026

Dr. Christian Pavlovich is now seeing patients at Sibley Memorial Hospital, Johns Hopkins. Dr. Pavlovich brings over 20 years of Johns Hopkins experience to the Greater Washington area, combining world-class urologic oncology expertise with the advanced technologies and treatments available at Sibley through the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center. He also offers virtual appointments for patients in D.C. and Maryland and will continue seeing patients in Baltimore.​

Schedule your appointment today: https://profiles.hopkinsmedicine.org/provider/christian-pavlovich/2703813

01/06/2026

On Dec. 9, our Johns Hopkins Hospital team performed the Baltimore/Washington region's first commercial transurethral ultrasound ablation (TULSA) procedure — a minimally invasive, MRI-guided treatment for prostate cancer and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Johns Hopkins is now the first and only health system in the Baltimore/Washington region to offer TULSA as a treatment option. Learn more about our comprehensive prostate cancer treatment options at the Brady Urological Institute: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/brady-urology-institute/conditions-and-treatments/prostate-cancer

12/22/2025

Kenneth Pienta, MD, Director of Innovation and Strategy for the Brady Urological Institute, is taking tools typically used by geologists — like mass spectrometry — to test isotopes in hair follicles to detect changes which could indicate the presence of prostate cancer.

This breakthrough was made possible by private philanthropy, which gives our department the freedom to pursue bold, innovative ideas.

This holiday season, your gift can help accelerate discoveries that save lives. Learn more: https://giving.jhu.edu/story/pienta-cancer-detection-hair-test

Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o0H0GGR0Caw

Kenneth Pienta, MD, director of research for The Brady Urological Institute, is taking tools typically used by geologists — like mass spectrometry — to test...

12/18/2025

Dr. Mohammad E. Allaf, Jakurski Family Director of the Brady Urological Institute and Urologist in Chief of The Johns Hopkins Hospital, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Heather Di Carlo as Director of the Division of Pediatric Urology. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Di Carlo on this well-deserved appointment.

Learn more about the Division of Pediatric Urology at the Brady Urological Institute: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/johns-hopkins-childrens-center/what-we-treat/specialties/urology

12/18/2025

Study Suggests a Healthy Diet May Help Keep Low Grade Prostate Cancer From Progressing to More Dangerous States During Active Surveillance 10/17/2024 Johns Hopkins Medicine-led research is believed to be the first to provide evidence of this association  Photomicrographs comparing normal prostate t...

12/05/2025

Steve and Christina’s story is one of strength and hope. After Steve’s kidney cancer diagnosis, they turned to Johns Hopkins Brady Urological Institute for expert care. Guided by Dr. Nirmish Singla and our dedicated care team, Steve underwent surgery and made a successful recovery.

Watch the full story here:

Follow the inspiring journey of Steve Daves and his wife, Christina, as they navigated his kidney cancer diagnosis and treatment at Johns Hopkins Medicine. U...

12/01/2025

The 2026 Discovery Magazine is now available! Learn how the Brady Urological Institute at Johns Hopkins Medicine is transforming care through cutting-edge research, AI and expanded clinical trials.

Meet Dr. Tamara Lotan, our new Director of Research, and explore the innovations shaping the future of care: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/publications/discovery/winter-2026