When to see a urologist
Not sure whether this is a urology question? Here is how we can help.
Many people wait because they are not sure a urologist is the right person to ask. If something about your bladder, kidneys or prostate has been on your mind, you are welcome to call our Alpharetta / Roswell office and ask.
What does a urologist do?
A urologist treats the organs that make, carry and store urine, in women and men alike: the kidneys, the ureters, the bladder and the urethra. They also care for the prostate and testicles. Our urologists find the cause, treat with medicine when that works, and perform procedures and surgery when it is needed.
When should I see a urologist?
Book a visit if you have seen blood in your urine even once, if you leak or feel sudden urges you cannot hold, if you go very often or wake at night, or if your stream is weak or slow to start. Kidney stone pain, a high PSA, a lump in a testicle, trouble with erections, or questions about a vasectomy are also reasons to come to 11660 Alpharetta Hwy Ste 700, Roswell. A first visit usually includes a history, an exam when it is appropriate and a urine test, with ultrasound and lab work in this building. For a weaker stream or night waking, start with weak urine stream.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book with us directly, and many patients are also sent by their own doctor.
When should I go to the ER instead?
If you cannot urinate at all, have a fever or chills with urinary symptoms, heavy bleeding or clots, sudden severe side or back pain, or a catheter that stops draining, go to an emergency room now or call 911. Do not wait for an office appointment in those cases. After emergency care, call 678-344-8900 so our Alpharetta / Roswell team can arrange the follow-up visit.
How do I book?
Call 678-344-8900 or book online. We welcome new patients at our Alpharetta / Roswell office, and you can ask for the next open appointment.
See the conditions we treat, urology care for women, or meet our urologists.
What happens at a first visit?
Expect a few forms, a conversation about your symptoms and medicines, an exam, and usually a urine sample, so it helps to come in without having just emptied your bladder. If more testing would help, our ultrasound and lab are in the building.
What should I bring?
Bring a photo ID, your insurance card, and a written list of the medicines and supplements you take. Copies of recent lab, imaging or pathology reports help, especially the actual reports rather than a one-line summary. Come with a comfortably full bladder when you can, because a urine sample is often part of the first visit at 11660 Alpharetta Hwy Ste 700, Roswell.
Related video
A short introduction to Advanced Urology, the practice behind our Alpharetta / Roswell office:
For education, not medical advice. Every treatment has risks and benefits. Emergency? Call 911 or go to an emergency room.
Whenever you’re ready, our Alpharetta / Roswell team would be glad to hear from you.