Changing Lives N Through every stage of life Katie Rice
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early forty years ago, Dr. David F. Mobley began his urology practice in the Texas Medical Center, affiliated with The Methodist Hospital. “Coming back to Methodist and bringing our practice out to Katy feels like coming full circle,” he says. His partner, Dr. Wesley Ekeruo, adds, “I moved to Texas from California for my training. The urology services we provide make real improvements in our patients’ lives, and we’re pleased to bring our group’s expertise to Katy.” One may ask what interested Dr. Mobley about the field of urology. “Initially, it was the intriguing surgery, but my interest continued because we can help almost everyone we see and that suits my personality.” Dr. Mobley’s interests extend beyond patient care. “For the past 21 years, I’ve hosted a health-related radio show. You can tune in every Monday and Tuesday, from 1-2 p.m., on AM 700 KSEV for the Methodist Health Hour,” he says. “Call in with your questions.” Dr. Mobley has participated as principal investigator in over 100 FDA-approved medicine and medical device trials. His research is conducted at the Urology Research Center at Methodist West Houston. Wesley Ekeruo, M.D. “Urological concerns are intimate, sensitive things, and difficult for some to discuss,” Ekeruo says. “But once a patient makes the decision board certified urologist to come in for a consult, they often find there’s a treatment that will make a significant improvement and positively impact their quality of Mobley, M.D. life.” Ekeruo’s focus is minimally invasive surgery. Using the latest robot robotcertified urologist ic technology, he performs procedures that result in faster recovery times. Female patients also benefit from the newest treatments for pelvic organ prolapse and incontinence.” “Some women silently suffer with inconti incontinence for years,” says Dr. Mobley. “I just wish I could put my business card in the adult diaper section of the store, because almost everyone can be helped. This isn’t a problem you have to live with. In fact, bladder infections and incontinence are the two most common female complaints we see. We also treat men and women with kidney stones and for urological cancers of the bladder, kidney and prostate.” Primarily, these physicians see men for their annual prostate exams or for vasectomies. “I know there are differing opinions on prostate screening, how often to have them, or if they are needed at all,” Ekeruo says. “But the best thing you can do is talk with your doctor about your risk factors and treatment options.” After all, prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related death in American men, despite the fact it is fully treatable when detected early. For vasectomies, Dr. Mobley and Dr. Ekeruo use a very simple, no-scalpel technique. Most men are back at work the next day. If you have an issue “down there,” don’t wait to see a specialist. “We understand that this may be embarrassing to you, but doctors don’t think it’s embarrassing,” Dr. Ekeruo says. ”What’s important to us is your qual quality of life.”
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