Urology Consultation at Mayo Clinic

Urology Consultation provides specialized evaluation for conditions affecting the urinary tract and male reproductive system. Mayo Clinic's multidisciplinary approach may involve urologists, oncologists, radiologists and other specialists when complex evaluation or treatment is required.

Price

Price on Request

Why Price on Request?

The cost varies according to the medical condition, diagnostic testing, imaging, laboratory investigations, specialist consultations and treatment requirements. A personalized cost estimate can be provided after specialist assessment.

Complete Description

What Is a Urology Consultation?

A urology consultation is a specialist medical assessment for conditions involving the:

• Kidneys

• Ureters

• Bladder

• Urethra

• Prostate

• Male reproductive system

Who May Need a Urology Consultation?

A specialist consultation may be appropriate for patients experiencing:

• Difficulty urinating

• Blood in the urine

• Recurrent urinary infections

• Kidney stones

• Prostate problems

• Urinary incontinence

• Abnormal prostate findings

• Suspected urinary tract tumors

• Other urological symptoms

Urological Evaluation

The consultation may include:

• Medical history

• Symptom assessment

• Physical examination

• Medication review

• Review of previous medical records

• Review of laboratory and imaging results

Diagnostic Testing

Depending on the patient's symptoms, further investigations may include:

• Urinalysis

• Blood tests

• Ultrasound

• CT scan

• MRI

• Cystoscopy

• Other specialized urological tests

Prostate Evaluation

Patients with prostate-related concerns may receive assessment for:

• Prostate enlargement

• Abnormal PSA levels

• Prostate nodules

• Suspected prostate cancer

• Urinary symptoms associated with prostate conditions

Kidney Evaluation

Urological assessment may also investigate:

• Kidney stones

• Kidney masses

• Kidney cancer

• Urinary obstruction

• Other kidney-related urological conditions

Bladder Evaluation

Patients with urinary symptoms or suspected bladder disease may undergo specialized evaluation, which can include imaging or cystoscopy when clinically indicated.

Urologic Cancer Evaluation

Patients with suspected or diagnosed urologic cancers may receive multidisciplinary assessment for:

• Prostate cancer

• Kidney cancer

• Bladder cancer

• Other urologic malignancies

Surgical Treatment Planning

When surgery is required, the urology team may evaluate the appropriate surgical approach based on:

• Diagnosis

• Disease stage

• Anatomy

• Previous treatments

• Overall health

Robotic Urologic Surgery Assessment

Selected patients may be evaluated for minimally invasive or robotic-assisted surgical approaches when clinically appropriate.

Urology Second Opinion

Patients may seek a urology second opinion regarding:

• Diagnosis

• Prostate cancer

• Kidney cancer

• Bladder cancer

• Kidney stones

• Proposed surgery

• Robotic surgery

• Treatment recommendations

Relevant medical records, imaging and pathology reports can be reviewed.

International Patient Urology Consultation

International patients seeking urology care in the United States should provide relevant medical documentation whenever available.

Useful records may include:

• Previous urology reports

• PSA results

• Urine test results

• CT or MRI scans

• Ultrasound reports

• Biopsy results

• Pathology reports

• Previous surgical records

• Current medication list

Complete documentation can help specialists determine the appropriate diagnostic and treatment pathway.

Benefits of Specialized Urology Care

Specialized urology care may help:

• Identify the cause of urinary symptoms

• Evaluate prostate conditions

• Assess kidney and bladder disorders

• Diagnose urologic cancers

• Evaluate kidney stones

• Determine whether surgery is appropriate

• Develop an individualized treatment plan

• Provide specialist second opinions

Why Choose Mayo Clinic for Urology?

Mayo Clinic provides multidisciplinary urological care, bringing together specialists from different medical fields for complex conditions.

Patients may receive evaluation and treatment planning based on their specific diagnosis, medical history and clinical needs.

Cost & Price on Request

Price: Price on Request

Potential costs may include:

• Urology consultation

• Laboratory testing

• Imaging

• Cystoscopy

• Biopsy

• Pathology

• Surgical planning

• Additional specialist consultations

• Follow-up care

A personalized cost estimate can be requested following specialist assessment.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What conditions does urology treat?

Urology covers conditions affecting the urinary tract and male reproductive system, including kidney stones, prostate disorders, bladder conditions and urologic cancers.

2. Can a urology consultation evaluate prostate cancer?

Yes. A urologist can evaluate abnormal PSA results, prostate findings and symptoms and recommend appropriate diagnostic testing when necessary.

3. Can I receive a second opinion from Mayo Clinic?

Patients may seek specialist review of their diagnosis, test results and treatment recommendations, subject to Mayo Clinic's evaluation and appointment requirements.

4. Can international patients receive urology care at Mayo Clinic?

International patients may request evaluation and treatment subject to Mayo Clinic's international patient processes, medical requirements and appointment availability.

Product Details

Product Name: Urology Consultation

Hospital: Mayo Clinic

Brand: Mayo Clinic

Country: United States

Specialty: Urology

Service Type: Urology Consultation

Customer-Facing Price: Price on Request

International Patients: Subject to applicable eligibility and appointment requirements

Location: Rochester, Minnesota, United States