Blog: Alfred Shtainer, MD, FACS: Urologist Sheepshead Bay Brooklyn , NY & New York, NY

Your Questions About Your Prostate Answered

Prostate health is very important, yet many men don’t know a lot about this important gland. In this post, we answer some of the most common questions about the prostate to help you stay informed and healthy.

Mar 3rd, 2023

When Is Shockwave Therapy the Best Option for Erectile Dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction (ED) is a surprisingly common problem that affects men of all ages, becoming considerably more common with age. Shockwave therapy is a noninvasive way to treat erectile dysfunction — particularly the most common type.

Feb 17th, 2023

7 Ways to Help Prevent Kidney Stones

Kidney stones are relatively common, causing painful symptoms for millions of Americans. If you’re prone to kidney stones, here are seven tips that could help reduce your risk of them forming in the future.

Jan 13th, 2023

How to Know if You're Suffering from a Testosterone Deficiency

Most people know testosterone plays a major role in sexual health. But it has lots of other functions, too. If your level of testosterone is low, you can have many different symptoms, including the eight listed here.

Dec 5th, 2022

Recognizing the Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infections in Older Adults

Painful urination, urinary urgency, and low back pain are common symptoms of many health issues that affect older adults. How do you recognize if your symptoms are due to age or a urinary tract infection (UTI)? Click here to find out.

Nov 14th, 2022