The 20 Best Obstructive Uropathy Doctors Near Me in Silver Spring, MD

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 99 doctor with experience in Obstructive Uropathy near Silver Spring, MD. Of these, 62 are Experienced, 32 are Advanced and 5 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Obstructive Uropathy
    Oncology | Urology
    Distinguished in Obstructive Uropathy
    Oncology | Urology

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    Washington, DC 
     (6.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Armenian, Russian, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Armine Smith, M.D. is the director of urologic oncology at the Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital, and an associate clinical professor of urology at the Brady Urological Institute of Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She is a member of Greenberg Bladder Cancer Institute and the director of Women's Bladder Cancer Program at Sibley Memorial Hospital. She is also a Mary and Armeane Choksi Scholar. Dr. Smith earned her medical degree from the University of California in San Francisco. She completed a residency in urology at the Cleveland Clinic, followed by a fellowship in urologic oncology at the National Cancer Institute, where she focused on development of personalized targeted therapies for bladder cancer. Dr. Smith is a member of the Society of Urologic Oncology, American Association of Cancer Research and American Urological Association. She has been selected multiple times as a Washington, DC and Virginia top urologist. Dr. Smith specializes in advanced open, minimally invasive and robotic urologic surgery for urologic malignancies, including bladder and upper tract urothelial cancer, kidney cancer, testicular cancer, penile and urethral cancer. In bladder cancer surgery she specializes in bladder preservation, complex urinary diversions, including continent orthotopic neobladder and continent catheterizable Indiana pouch techniques. In kidney cancer, her expertise focuses on partial nephrectomy, with the goal of oncologically-sound maximum nephron-sparing surgery. She has contributed to various research, publications and presentations on topics of urology. Dr. Smith has made TV appearances, lectured domestically and internationally, and authored chapters on urothelial and kidney cancer. Her current research focuses on elucidation of risk factors for bladder cancer development, oncologically safe organ preservation in both men and women with bladder and kidney cancer and improving outcomes from bladder cancer treatments. Listen to Dr. Smith’s Cancer Matters podcast episode to learn more about her work. Dr. Smith is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Cystectomy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Smith is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Distinguished in Obstructive Uropathy
    Distinguished in Obstructive Uropathy

    Chesapeake Urology Associates

    6410 Rockledge Drive, Suite 503, Suite 503, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish

    Dr. Litvak received his undergraduate degree with distinction from the University of Michigan. He received his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine where he was honored with the Bradley A. Gaither Award for Excellence in Genitourinary Surgery. Dr. Litvak completed his residency in urological surgery at the Boston University School of Medicine where he served as chief resident. In 2005, Dr. Litvak joined Urological Consultants. Shortly thereafter he initiated the laparoscopic urology program at Suburban Hospital where he performed the first laparoscopic nephrectomy. In 2008, he and Dr. Radolinski initiated the Robotic Surgery program at Suburban Hospital. Dr. Litvak has published numerous journal articles and meeting abstracts on a wide array of urological topics. He has also authored several chapters in textbooks of urological surgery. He has taught courses in minimally invasive surgery both domestically and abroad. Dr. Litvak is honored to be recognized by his peers as one of the areas top urologists by receiving the Washingtonian Magazine’s Top Doctors Award. Dr. Litvak is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Congenital Mesoblastic Nephroma, Obstructive Uropathy, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Litvak is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 150, Suite 150, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Thomas W. Jarrett has an expertise in minimally invasive surgery, including laparoscopic, robotic, ureteroscopic, percutaneous and image-guided therapies. Specifically, he has an expertise in percutaneous renal surgery, laparoscopic partial and radical nephrectomy, kidney stones, urinary tract reconstruction and kidney cancer. Dr. Jarrett earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine, where he also completed his internship. He completed a residency in urology at New York Hospital, followed by a visiting fellowship in urology and ultrasonography in Salzburg, Austria. Dr. Jarrett completed his fellowship in endo-urology at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He has previously served as the chief of the division of endourology and laparoscopy at the Johns Hopkins Hospital and the chief of the division of urology at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. Dr. Jarrett has been named a Top MD by Consumers’ Checkbook Magazine and a Top Doctor in the Washington D.C. and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly. He has also been named a Super Doctor by the Washington Post. Dr. Jarrett is a member of the American Urological Association, the Society of Urologic Oncology and the Endourological Society. Dr. Jarrett has contributed to various publications and presentations on urology, earning him first prize in the World Congress of Endourology essay contest and the Faculty Research Award at Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He has editorial appointments at the Journal of Endourology and the Journal of Laparoendoscopic and Advanced Surgical Techniques. Dr. Jarrett is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 31 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Ureterocele, Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma, Nephrectomy, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. Dr. Jarrett is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

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    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 150, Suite 150, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Patrick Mufarrij is a member of the Johns Hopkins Brady Urologic Institute at Sibley Memorial Hospital and is an expert in endourology, including percutaneous and endoscopic urologic surgery; metabolic stone and causes of the recurrent stone formation; and robotic surgery for the reconstruction of the urinary tract. He also serves as the Division Cheif for Urology at Sibley Memorial Hospital. Dr. Mufarrij earned his undergraduate degree and his medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine. He completed residencies in general surgery and urology at New York University School of Medicine, followed by special training in endourology during a fellowship at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. During his fellowship, Dr. Mufarrij focused on metabolic kidney stone disease, surgery for complex kidney stones, percutaneous renal surgery and robotic surgery. Dr. Mufarrij is a member of the American Urological Association. Dr. Mufarrij has contributed to numerous publications on the topics of urology. Dr. Mufarrij is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Perirenal Abscess, Carbuncle, Ureteroscopy, and Lithotripsy. Dr. Mufarrij is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Chesapeake Urology Associates

    Bethesda, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kathleen Sterling is part of the Suburban Hospital’s medical staff and a urologist with Urological Consultants, P.A. Dr. Sterling served as chief resident of the University of Maryland Medical Center urology program. During her training, she performed laboratory research related to overactive bladder. With an undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University, Dr. Sterling served as a Surface Warfare Officer in the United States Navy, completing two deployments at sea, including one combat mission during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Dr. Sterling treats both men and women. Her expertise includes voiding dysfunction, male and female urinary incontinence and female pelvic floor disorders. Dr. Sterling’s practice also encompasses medical and surgical management of kidney stones, erectile dysfunction and urological cancers. Dr. Sterling sees patients in Bethesda and Germantown, Maryland. For appointments, call 301-530-1700. Dr. Sterling is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. She is also highly rated in 25 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Urinary Incontinence, Kidney Stones, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Sterling is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Adventist Medical Group-Urology

    8807 Colesville Rd Fl 4, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jonathan Rhee is a Urologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Rhee is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Adventist Medical Group-Urology

    8807 Colesville Rd Fl 4, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kasey Morrison is a Urologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Morrison is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neurogenic Bladder, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy.

    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy

    A. Reza Famili MD LLC

    9801 Georgia Ave Ste 332, 
    Silver Spring, MD 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ali Rezazadeh is a Urologist practicing medicine in Silver Spring, Maryland. Dr. Rezazadeh is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Prostatectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy

    MedStar Health Urology At MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    106 Irving St NW Ste 315 Office, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Ross Krasnow is a Urologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. He has been practicing medicine for over 17 years. Dr. Krasnow is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Clear Cell Sarcoma, Nephrectomy, and Cystectomy.

    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Sibley Memorial Hospital

    5215 Loughboro Road Northwest, Suite 150, Suite 150, 
    Washington, DC 
     (5.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Justin O. Benabdallah, M.D., is a urologist at Sibley Memorial Hospital, as well as an assistant professor of urology with the Brady Urological Institute and Department of Urology at Johns Hopkins Medicine. Dr. Benabdallah’s uses minimally invasive and robotic surgery techniques in the treatment of prostate and kidney cancer and has expertise in endourology for the treatment of kidney stones. He also specializes in men’s health, including erectile dysfunction, male infertility, vasectomy and enlarged prostate. Dr. Benabdallah earned his medical degree from Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine. He completed an internship and residency in urology at the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Benabdallah also completed a fellowship in endourology and minimally invasive urology at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri, where he served as a clinical instructor in urology. Dr. Benabdallah is a member of the American Urologic Society and the Endourology Society. Dr. Benabdallah earned the Dr. Anna Smither Award for Neurourology Research and the Housestaff Research Award from the Medical College of Wisconsin. Dr. Benabdallah has contributed to numerous publications and presentations on topics of urology. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-benabdallah-b827b3131 Videos Justin Benabdallah, M.D. Recent News Articles and Media Coverage Physicians taking the lead during 'Movember'. Fox 6 News. 11/30/2012. Dr. Benabdallah is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, UPJ Obstruction, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Benabdallah is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Urological Consultants PA

    Bethesda, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Rosenblum is originally from Mexico City. He received his medical degree from the Anahuac University where he graduated at the top of his class. He then competed for and was awarded a urology residency position at the prestigious National Institute of Medical Sciences in Mexico. He subsequently accepted a fellowship position in urologic oncology at the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center in Denver, where he was involved in multiple research projects relating to urologic cancers–in particular, prostate cancer treatments and prostate cancer chemoprevention. Upon completing his fellowship, Dr. Rosenblum emigrated to the United States and became board eligible by completing his second urology residency at the Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Urology. Dr. Rosenblum has been in private practice since 2005. He also volunteers as a consultant for the Montgomery County Cancer Crusade. He has a diverse urologic practice with particular interests in minimally invasive surgery for urologic cancers. Dr. Rosenblum has published multiple journal articles and meeting abstracts, and he has been an invited lecturer both here and abroad. He has received multiple awards and distinctions along the course of his career. Dr. Rosenblum is a member of the American Urological Associationand a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. When he is not caring for patients, Dr. Rosenblum enjoys spending time with his wife, two small daughters, and his dog, Lucas. Dr. Rosenblum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Nephrectomy. Dr. Rosenblum is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Bethesda Medical Associates

    Bethesda, MD 
     (6.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Roy Joseph is a Urologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Joseph is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Bilateral Hydronephrosis, Obstructive Uropathy, Ureteroscopy, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Joseph is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Advanced in Obstructive Uropathy

    GWUMFA Urology

    2150 Pennsylvania Avenue Northwest, Suite 3417, Suite 3417, 
    Washington, DC 
     (6.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ramez I. Andrawis is a urologist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital and George Washington University Hospital, where he is an assistant professor of urology and the director of the Urology Lab. He practices out of GW Medical Faculty Associates in Washington, D.C. Dr. Andrawis has an expertise in female urology, benign prostatic hyperplasia, urinary incontinence and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Andrawis earned his undergraduate and medical degree from the University of Cairo in Egypt, where he went on to complete a residency in urology. Dr. Andrawis also completed a residency in urology at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, a general surgery residency at New Britain General Hospital and a urology residency at George Washington University Hospital. Dr. Andrawis has been named a Top Doctor in the Washington, D.C. and Washington-Baltimore areas by Castle Connolly. Dr. Andrawis has contributed to numerous publications on urology. Dr. Andrawis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Bilateral Hydronephrosis, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Andrawis is board certified in American Board Of Urology.

    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Joyful Healthcare Inc.

    6495 New Hampshire Ave Ste 203, 
    Hyattsville, MD 
     (3.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gerald Batipps is a Urologist practicing medicine in Hyattsville, Maryland. Dr. Batipps is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, Orchitis, and Enlarged Prostate (BPH).

    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Wrnmmcb

    8901 Wisconsin Ave, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Rice is a Urologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Rice is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 12 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bladder Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Urothelial Cancer, Cystectomy, and Vasectomy.

    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Kaiser Permanente Mid-Atlantic Medical Group

    10810 Connecticut Avenue, 
    Kensington, MD 
     (3.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Brems is a Urologist practicing medicine in Kensington, Maryland. Dr. Brems is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, UPJ Obstruction, Epididymitis, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Brems is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Gw Urology-Bethesda

    4920 Elm St Ste 225, 
    Bethesda, MD 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert C Dean is a Urologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. C Dean is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. His clinical expertise encompasses Peyronie Disease, Spermatogenesis Arrest, Sertoli Cell-Only Syndrome, Vasectomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy

    MedStar Health: Urology At MedStar Washington Hospital Center

    106 Irving St NW Ste 315 Ofc Pob, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    George Chang is a Urologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Neurogenic Bladder, Familial Prostate Cancer, Ureteroscopy, and Bladder Reconstruction.

    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy

    Office

    1160 Varnum St NE Ste 300, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Phillip Proctor is a Urologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Proctor is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Orchitis, Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Ureteroscopy.

    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Urology | Pediatrics
    Experienced in Obstructive Uropathy
    Urology | Pediatrics
    111 Michigan Ave NW, Urology, 
    Washington, DC 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Krill is a Pediatrics specialist and a Urologist practicing medicine in Washington, Washington, D.c.. Dr. Krill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Obstructive Uropathy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses UPJ Obstruction, Hydronephrosis, Varicocele, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Obstructive Uropathy?

    Obstructive uropathy is a condition in which the flow of urine is blocked. This causes the urine to back up and injure one or both kidneys.

    When should I see an Obstructive Uropathy doctor near Silver Spring, MD?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Obstructive Uropathy doctor near Silver Spring, MD?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Obstructive Uropathy doctors near Silver Spring, MD?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Obstructive Uropathy doctors near Silver Spring, MD?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Obstructive Uropathy doctor near Silver Spring, MD?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Obstructive Uropathy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Obstructive Uropathy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Obstructive Uropathy doctor near Silver Spring, MD?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Obstructive Uropathy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Obstructive Uropathy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Obstructive Uropathy doctors near Silver Spring, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Obstructive Uropathy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Obstructive Uropathy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Obstructive Uropathy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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