Patient Resources
Your Evaluation
Upon the first visit with Dr. Freedman, each new
patient will be asked about his or her medical history
and a detailed physical examination will
be performed. To prepare for this visit,
we ask that you obtain any relevant
records/test results from your primary
doctor or other specialist as well as a
list of your medications, allergies, and
past medical illnesses and surgeries.
For some patients, Dr. Freedman may
need further diagnostic tests to assist
him making the best possible recommendation
for treatment. Not all urologic disorders or
symptoms are immediately diagnosed. At times, Dr.
Freedman may find it necessary to follow your
condition over time; or refer you to another specialist
he trusts can better treat your condition.
If Surgery is Required
Dr. Freedman has performed many thousands of
urologic procedures. These range from in-office
vasectomies and prostate biopsies to such complex
surgeries as radical prostatectomy and bladder removal
with creation of an “intestinal” bladder. Gentle hands,
proven surgical skills and keen intra-operative judgment
enable him to give patients the reassurance they
want from a surgeon. Safety is always the first consideration
with every surgical patient, and begins before the
operation. Patients of a particular age or with significant
pre-existing health problems may be required to obtain
preoperative “medical clearance” from their Family
Doctor, Internist or Cardiologist. Dr. Freedman will
plan surgery in the least invasive way to help minimize
post-operative recovery time and discomfort. He will
listen to your surgical treatment preferences, while
guiding you toward the best possible decision. His surgical
practice has bridged older, established techniques
with newer modalities of treatment. Newer, however, is
not necessarily better. The doctor will always share his
truthful opinion with you on these matters.
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