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Urology Specialists Encourages Everyone to Learn About Their Risk for Urologic Cancers

Sioux Falls, SD – During National Cancer Prevention Month in February, Urology Specialists reminds everyone to speak with a urologist about their individual risk for urologic cancers and whether screening is recommended. Due to the recent pandemic, cancer screenings saw a dramatic decrease. In fact, an estimated 9.4 million screening tests that normally would have taken place in the U.S. in 2020 did not occur. The lack of testing in recent years has caused concern among physicians that individuals will be diagnosed with cancers at more advanced stages, potentially leading to more severe consequences.

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Dr. Lauren Wood Thum Discusses Overactive Bladder and Fecal Incontinence

Urology Specialists’ own Dr. Lauren Wood Thum recently led a discussion on the symptoms and causes of overactive bladder and fecal incontinence, along with a patient’s treatment options. Dr. Wood specifically focuses on Medtronic’s InterStim and NURO systems, and why these cutting-edge treatments are good options for many patients. Check out the full video below!

For more information on overactive bladder or fecal incontinence and how InterStim can help, contact Urology Specialists today! Give us a call at (605) 336-0635 to schedule an appointment at one of our many SD, MN, or IA offices.

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COVID-19 Updates from Urology Specialists

At this time, in consideration of our high employee vaccination rate and current community transmission rates, masking is optional in our facility for fully vaccinated individuals. If you are unvaccinated or have any respiratory symptoms, please continue to mask.

Please continue to self-monitor and if you have symptoms consistent with COVID-19, please call our office in advance of your appointment.

If you would like your nursing staff to mask around you during your appointment, please let us know and we would be happy to comply to help you feel more comfortable during your visit.

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