Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken
Overview
Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken is a urologist who specializes in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. She performs surgical and nonsurgical treatments for pelvic organ prolapse (a condition in which pelvic organs, such as the bladder, have fallen out of place because their supporting tissues are damaged), urinary tract and vaginal fistulas (abnormal openings in or between organs), urethral diverticulum (when a pocket forms on the urethra, the tube that lets urine drain from the bladder), urethral stricture (a narrowing of the urethra caused by inflammation or scar tissue) and complications from transvaginal mesh (implanted material used in some female pelvic floor surgeries). In addition to providing pelvic floor reconstruction, Van Kuiken cares for male and female patients with lower urinary tract dysfunction, including overactive bladder, urinary incontinence, urinary retention, recurrent urinary tract infections, and pelvic or bladder pain syndromes. She also cares for patients with complex neurological conditions that can affect the bladder, such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease and spinal cord injuries. Van Kuiken earned her medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School. She completed a residency in urology at Loyola Medicine and a fellowship in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery (FPMRS) at the University of California, Los Angeles.
Dr. Van Kuiken is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, Neurogenic Bladder, Sacral Nerve Stimulation, and Vaginectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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520 Illinois St., San Francisco, CA 94158
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Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Dr. Marshall L. Stoller specializes in providing care for patients with urinary stone disease. His expertise includes minimally invasive techniques, such as endourology and laparoscopy. He helped spearhead a comprehensive program in the management of urinary stone disease, utilizing and testing a variety of lithotripters, a noninvasive device that pulverizes urinary stones. After completing his undergraduate studies at the University of California, Berkeley, Stoller earned his medical degree at Baylor College of Medicine. He then pursued residencies in general surgery and urology at UCSF before becoming an instructor and research fellow at the University of New South Wales and its affiliated hospitals in Sydney, Australia. He returned to UCSF as chief resident in urology and then joined the medical staff. Stoller has received many awards, including grand prize in the annual Jack Lapides Essay Contest on Urodynamic and Neurourology Research. He has received the Distinction in Teaching Award from the UCSF Academic Senate. For more information about his research, please visit Stoller's lab website at stollerlab.ucsf.edu . Dr. Stoller is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Kidney Stones, Cystinuria, Hydronephrosis, Ureteroscopy, and Lithotripsy.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken by calling their office at 415-353-9986. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken a top-rated expert for Urinary Incontinence?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken is classified as an Distinguished expert for Urinary Incontinence, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken specialize in?
While Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken is a Urology, they have specific expertise in Urinary Incontinence, Stress Urinary Incontinence, and Neurogenic Bladder. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Urology.
Does Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Urinary Incontinence. You can view a list of Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken accept my insurance?
Dr. Michelle E. Van Kuiken accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-9986 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Distinguished
- Stress Urinary IncontinenceDr. Van Kuiken isDistinguished. Learn about Stress Urinary Incontinence.
- Urinary IncontinenceDr. Van Kuiken isDistinguished. Learn about Urinary Incontinence.
- Advanced
- Neurogenic BladderDr. Van Kuiken isAdvanced. Learn about Neurogenic Bladder.
- Experienced
- Bladder Outlet ObstructionDr. Van Kuiken isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Outlet Obstruction.
- Bladder StonesDr. Van Kuiken isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Stones.
- Bowel IncontinenceDr. Van Kuiken isExperienced. Learn about Bowel Incontinence.
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)Dr. Van Kuiken isExperienced. Learn about Enlarged Prostate (BPH).
- Eosinophilic CystitisDr. Van Kuiken isExperienced. Learn about Eosinophilic Cystitis.
- Frequent or Urgent UrinationDr. Van Kuiken isExperienced. Learn about Frequent or Urgent Urination.