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Urology Patient Guides & Resources

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We've created the following guides as helpful, in-depth resources for a variety of common urological conditions and treatments. Use the links below to download these pdf files.

To request an appointment or for more information about our physicians and programs, please contact our call center at 212-305-0114.

Bladder Cancer Resources

  • BCG Bladder Treatment Instructions (En Español)
  • Cystectomy with Ileal Conduit Surgery Instructions
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  • Gemcitabine and Docetaxel Bladder Treatment Instructions (En Español)
  • Gemcitabine Bladder Treatment Instructions (En Español)
  • Ostomy Care: A Complete Guide to Understanding Your Urostomy
  • Ostomy Care: Tips & Instructions
  • Preparing for Surgery: Life with a Neobladder
  • Preparing for Surgery: Life with an Indiana Pouch
  • Cystoscopy and Resection of Bladder Tumor Instructions

Prostate Cancer Resources

  • Prostatectomy Surgery Instructions

Kidney Cancer Resources

  • Nephrectomy Surgery Instructions

General Urology Resources

  • Flexible Cystoscopy Instructions  (En Español)
  • Urodynamics Test Instructions
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