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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr. Chris Saunders

Dr. Chris Saunders treats several conditions and we have listed them below for your perusal.:

  • Stones in the Kidney or Ureter
  • Kidney Stones
  • Erectile Dysfunction

Conditions such as Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) and Urinary incontinence are very common conditions in patients. Here is a comprehensive list of reasons because of which a patient can suffer from incontinence.:

  1. diabetes
  2. pregnancy or childbirth
  3. overactive bladder
  4. enlarged prostate
  5. weak bladder muscles
  6. weak sphincter muscles (muscles supporting the urethra)
  7. urinary tract infections
  8. diseases including Parkinson’s and multiple sclerosis
  9. injury to the spinal cord
  10. severe constipation

Pain and hindrance to urine flow is what the kidney and uretral stones do to the patient, the smaller stones are passed out on their own many times whereas for the large stones medical or surgical help is needed. When patients have issues such as erectile dysfunction (ED), bladder cancer and prostate cancer, even then the urologist is the one who provides adequate treatment to the patients.

Signs and Symptoms treated by Dr Chris Saunders

When their is a urological condition in the patient, the following signs and symptoms can be seen.:

  • A strong, persistent urge to urinate
  • Burning sensation or pain during urination
  • Urine that appears cloudy
  • Presence of blood in the urine, a condition also called hematuria
  • Passing frequent, small amounts of urine
  • A recurring need to urinate urgently
  • Difficulty urinating

Changed urination frequency and the need to urinate with empty bladder are signs that point towards a urological issue. The urological conditions can affect anyone irrespective of age and gender, and are linked to filtering and carrying urine in our body..

Operating Hours of Dr. Chris Saunders

On Saturday and Sunday the operating hours of the doctor are from 10 am to 1 pm and Monday to Friday they are 10 am to 4 pm. Going above and beyond to assist the patients is a normal for the doctor and it is no wonder that the doctor is considered as an exceptional medical professional.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Chris Saunders

Kindly see the many popular procedures that are performed by Dr. Chris Saunders:

  • ESWL

Getting permanent contraception done in men is as important a procedure as the decision to get it reversed and this is reason that Vasectomy and Vasectomy reversal are frequently performed by Urologists. The surgery done by a Urologist can be to get rid of a tumor or even complete bladder, prostate when the patient has cancer. Also, the procedures assist in repairs post a trauma, get rid of portion of kidney and in breaking up or removing stones of kidney.

Qualification

  • 2008 - Istanbul University Cerrahpasa Faculty of Medicine - Medical Education
  • 2014 - Urology Department of Dicle University Faculty of Medicine - Specialization

Past Experiences

  • 2014 - 2017 / Diyarbakir - Silvan Dr. Yusuf Azizoglu State Hospital
  • 2017 - 2020 - Health Sciences University Elazig Education Research Hospital
  • 2020 - Elazig Medical Park Hospital
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (2)

  • A rare case report: Penile lipoma after hypospadias repair.
  • A Rare Complication of Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy: Colonic Lumbar Hernia. Kadir Yildirim, Mehmet Emin Adin, Selcuk Altin and Selahattin Caliskan. Journal of the College of Physicians and Surgeons.

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PROCEDURES

  • ESWL

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Chris Saunders have?
Dr. Chris Saunders is a specialized Urologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Elazig, Turkey.
Does Dr. Chris Saunders offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Chris Saunders have?
Dr. Chris Saunders is one of the most sought after specialists in Turkey and has over 6 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Urologist

What does a Urologist do?

A urologist is a specialist who treats issues in relation to the male reproductive system as well as of the urinary tract. When you are facing problems of urethra, ureters, bladder, kidneys, and adrenal glands, the doctor is bound to refer you to a urologist. The expertise of these doctors in treating conditions of seminal vesicles, penis, epididymis, prostate, and testes in men is well known and lauded. Cancers of prostate gland, testicles, kidneys or bladder and bladder prolapse, enlarged prostate are all taken care of by a urologist.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for a Urologist?

We have outlined here for you the various tests recommended by Urologists.:

  • Pyelogram
  • Cystography
  • CT scan
  • Ultrasound of the kidney, prostate/rectal sonogram

Checking the urinary tract, and penis, testicles, if required and doing the digital rectal exam is the second step. The first step of the physical exam is asking questions to the patients regards his condition and going through the medical reports and medical history. It goes without saying that blood and urine tests are an important component of the consultation process with the urologist as they help in figuring out what has gone wrong with the patient vis a vis the urological system. Imaging techniques like X-ray scans, Ct scan and Ultrasound assist hugely in the diagnoses of the health condition of the patient.

When should you go to see a Urologist?

Here is a list of urinary difficulties which can necessitate a visit to the urologist.:

  1. Frequent urination during day or night time
  2. Burning or pain while urinating
  3. Difficulty in initiation of urine
  4. Poor stream of urine
  5. Sensation of incomplete voiding

More reasons for which you can visit the urologist are mentioned here for your convenience.:

  1. Deranged PSA test results
  2. Blood in urine
  3. Pain in the flanks or back
  4. Urinary stone disease
  5. Testicular swelling or pain
  6. Urinary tract infections
  7. Pain in the penis
  8. Sexual dysfunction
  9. Male infertility

A proper evaluation should happen as soon as possible before the symptoms indicate a worsening of the health condition. A consultation with the urologist becomes necessary to judge whether the health condition is acute or chronic and to decide upon the right treatment path.