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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr. Myung Soo Choo

Kindly see the various conditions that Dr. Myung Soo Choo treats.:

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

In patients suffering from urological issues, Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) and Urinary incontinence have a routine occurrence. A patient usually endures incontinence because of any of these reasons:

  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 Myung Soo Choo

Please do have a look at the various signs and symptoms that suggest a urological condition.:

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

Symptoms which include your need to urinate even with an empty bladder and changed urination frequency are clear indication of a urological condition in patients. 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. Myung Soo Choo

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. The doctor is known to be a thorough professional and often goes beyond the call of duty to help patients.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr. Myung Soo Choo

The procedures performed by Dr. Myung Soo Choo are outlined here for your perusal.:

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It is a responsibility of Urologists to perform Vasectomy as well as Vasectomy reversal and these are two of the most popular procedures in Urology as they have a direct correlation with male contraception and its reversal. The Urology procedures involve removing the tumor in prostate, bladder or remove them entirely as well. Urological procedures also include performing repairs post trauma, removing and breaking up kidney stones and to remove a kidney portion.

Qualification

  • Doctor of Medicine : Seoul National University
  • Master of Medicine : Seoul National University
  • Bachelor of Medicine : Seoul National University
  • Fellowship in Urology, Seoul National University Hospital

Past Experiences

  • Visiting Scholar in Urology, Stanford University, USA
  • Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor in Urology, UUCM AMC
  • Residency in Urology, Seoul National University Hospital
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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RESEARCH PAPERS AND PUBLICATIONS (4)

  • Additional low-dose antimuscarinics can improve overactive bladder symptoms in patients with suboptimal response to beta 3 agonist monotherapy.
  • Evaluation of the incidence and risk factors associated with persistent frequency in interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome and the efficacy of antimuscarinic treatment.
  • Health Related Quality of Life in Patients with Side-Effects after Antimuscarinic Treatment for Overactive Bladder.
  • Histopathological characteristics of interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome without Hunner lesion

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PROCEDURES

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Myung Soo Choo have?
Dr. Myung Soo Choo is a specialized Urologist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Seoul, South Korea.
Does Dr. Myung Soo Choo offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Myung Soo Choo have?
Dr. Myung Soo Choo is one of the most sought after specialists in South Korea and has over 30 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Urologist

What does a Urologist do?

This doctor has the expertise in providing the best possible treatment to patients with issues in the urinary tract as well for condition of the male reproductive system. When you are facing problems of urethra, ureters, bladder, kidneys, and adrenal glands, the doctor is bound to refer you to a urologist. In addition to this, they also hold the expertise in treating issues of epididymis, seminal vesicles, penis, prostate, and testes in men. The doctors take care of bladder prolapse and enlarged prostate as well as provide the right treatment for cancer of bladder, kidneys, prostate gland, testicles.

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

Let us have a look at the routinely done Urology tests:

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

Before beginning the physical exam the doctor begins the process by asking you questions regarding your medical history and going through the reports. The physical exam consists of checking the urinary tract, penis or testicles as well if need be and doing the digital rectal exam. The blood and urine tests are an essential component of the consultation with the doctor and give a complete picture of the various conditions or cancers. CT scan, Ultrasound, X-ray scans are a great tool to see what is not necessarily visible to the naked eye and fast forwarding the diagnoses of the health condition.

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

Do make sure that you do not wait for the symptoms to get worse and consult with the urologist as quickly as possible to get a proper evaluation done. Whether your problem is acute or chronic, the assessment of its seriousness as well as the treatment path forward are to be decided in consultation with the urologist.