Michigan Institute of Urology
Keeping You Informed
Clinical Trials We Are Currently Recruiting For – January 2024
We conduct clinical trials at MIU to better understand urological conditions and diseases. These trials help us find better ways to prevent and treat these illnesses, and participation in them can potentially grant patients access to the latest treatments available. [...]
6 Urinary Conditions Made Worse by Smoking
By: Alex Tapper, M.D. Nearly one in 12 Americans smoke. This January, more than one in 10 pledged to quit. If you are among those trying to kick the habit and could use some added incentives, we’ve got 70 of [...]
Looking Back On a Good Year at MIU: 5 Major Milestones of 2023
By: Dr. Jason Hafron, M.D., CMO As of 2023, Michigan Institute of Urology celebrated more than 50 years as a leading practice in Michigan. We’ve seen and achieved a lot in that time. But our greatest accomplishment is reflected in [...]
Welcome to REDEEM, Our New Sexual Wellness and Aesthetics Center for Men and Women
By: Dr. Mitch Hollander, MD, CEO If you’ve been curious about improving your sexual health, then your timing is perfect. The medical community is increasingly recognizing sexual wellness as an important component of overall health. And for good reason. More [...]
Can Kidney Stones Come From Halloween Treats?
Are you familiar with rock candy? Well, recent research is casting a suspicious eye on the old-time favorite that should make you think twice about digging into that bowl of Halloween treats. A report released in August suggests that the [...]
Prostate Cancer Screenings Save Lives – Schedule Yours Now
By: Jennifer Kuo, M.D. The average age of a man first diagnosed with prostate cancer is 66. When caught early, prostate cancer can be highly curable. This is why men should get screened starting at age 50, or sooner if you [...]
You Don’t Have to Face Illness Alone: Meet Our Patient Navigators
We understand it’s easy for patients to feel swept away by the tide of information that comes with healthcare. Just wading through the paperwork and treatment choices alone can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to go it alone. More healthcare [...]
Overactive Bladder Treatment Pathways: There’s a Right Choice for You
By: Katie M. Rosen, D.O. What does overactive bladder feel like? To some, it might feel like trying to outrun a rushing ocean wave. Sometimes, the wave doesn’t catch you. But sometimes, it does. Millions of Americans try to outrun [...]
Referring Physicians: MIU A Center of Excellence for Prostate Cancer
Delivering a prostate cancer diagnosis to a patient is challenging. Giving a metastatic prostate cancer diagnosis can be extremely difficult. However, it is important to remember that metastatic prostate cancer IS TREATABLE, and recent game-changing advancements can help patients by increasing overall [...]
Visiting A Urologist? What to Know Before You Go
If you’re getting ready to see one of our urologists for the first time, welcome! On any given day, a urologist may see as many as 30 patients. This can make for a pretty tight schedule for doctors, staff, and [...]
New Innovations in Bladder Cancer Treatment
By: Ryan J. Nelson, D.O. Nearly 82,300 Americans are expected to be diagnosed with bladder cancer in 2023. Following are some of the symptoms these patients can expect: Blood in the urine, back pain, and frequent, painful urination. These signs are [...]
Is an Advanced Practice Provider Right for You?
By: Mitch Hollander, MD, CEO They’re medically trained, certified, and help millions of patients each year get the primary care they need. No, they’re not doctors – they’re advanced practice providers, and their numbers are predicted to grow in the [...]
