Urology services at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital

Aquablation therapy is a minimally invasive treatment option for men living with lower urinary tract symptoms caused by BPH. Using a robot-controlled waterjet and multi-dimensional imaging, surgeons can precisely target and remove the enlarged prostate tissue without risk of thermal injury.

Robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery has transformed the field of urology and allows for surgical treatment of conditions of the kidneys, ureters, prostate, and bladder in a minimally invasive fashion. Surgery can be performed through a few small incisions allowing for quicker recovery and less pain after surgery.

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland that affects half of all men over the age of 60. GreenLight laser therapy uses laser energy to remove enlarged prostate tissue. It is a minimally invasive surgical treatment option for BPH that combines the effectiveness of traditional surgical procedures with fewer side effects.