AugmentationCystoplasty near Paramus, NJ

Care Philosophy: ldquo;We are committed to delivering the best care and an exceptional patient experience We are devoted to providing services that are patient centered and compassionate and care for you as a person rdquo;

Biography: Dr. Nachum Katlowitz, MD is an Urology Specialist who practices in Staten Island, NY. He is 70 years old and has been practicing for 44 years. Dr. Nachum Katlowitz, MD is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital.

Care Philosophy: Giovanni Bonomo, MD, is the director of colorectal surgery at Staten Island University Hospital and the only board-certified colorectal surgeon on Staten Island. He specializes in treating a wide variety of diseases that affect the colon, rectum and anus including hemorrhoids, inflammatory bowel disease, diverticulitis, appendiceal and presacral masses, rectal prolapse and cancer. A native Staten Islander, Dr. Bonomo has always felt a fondness for his community and a strong desire to give back. ``My goal is to provide the most advanced and highly effective treatments available today, so my patients can get the best care, right where they live,`` he says. More than 90% of Dr. Bonomo's cases are performed with minimally invasive techniques, which result in reduced pain and scarring, and offer quicker recovery than traditional open surgery.Patients choose Dr. Bonomo for his knowledge, compassion and personalized treatment plans. Under his leadership at Staten Island University Hospital, he developed the Advanced Colorectal Care Pathway-a unique program that ensures streamlined coordination at every touch point of care. ``Our specially trained nurse navigators are here to help with scheduling appointments and answering questions along the way,`` he says. ``This allows patients to focus exclusively on getting well, so they can return to their normal lives as quickly and safely as possible.`` Before joining Northwell in 2019, Dr. Bonomo graduated from the State University of New York at Stony Brook School of Medicine. He went on to complete his residency at Mount Sinai Beth Israel/Petrie Division and fellowship at Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center. He currently serves as assistant professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, frequently training other surgeons on best practices and techniques in minimally invasive and robotic surgery.``Colorectal cancer is the third most common cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States, but it's entirely treatable if detected early,`` he says. ``Helping my patients beat this disease and giving them a chance for a healthier future is all I could ever ask for as a surgeon.``

Care Philosophy: Using my familys personal experience with cancer, I make sure that my approach is always centered on the patient and their family. I strive to help them understand the full breadth of his/her disease so that together we can determine the best treatment plan. My philosophy is to utilize a holistic approach to urologic care while incorporating the latest technoogies, scientific evidence and compassionate care. Accepted Health Plan information is only as accurate as the most current information submitted. Prior to your appointment, it is advisable to verify with a physician office that they are still a participating provider.

Biography: Dr. Renee Rolston is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Urology at Weill Cornell Medicine (WCM). Dr. Rolston is dual fellowship trained. Prior to joining WCM, Dr. Rolston completed fellowship training in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at the University of Southern California. She then became an Assistant Professor in Gynecology and Urology at Albert Einstein-Montefiore Medical Center. After being in practice for a few years Dr. Rolston then completed a second fellowship in Transgender Surgery at Cleveland Clinic. Prior to her fellowship training Dr. Rolston completed her Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency at Albert Einstein-Montefiore Medical Center. She received her medical degree from New York Medical College after completing an accelerated combined seven-year B.S./M.D Program. Dr. Rolston's clinical and research interests include pelvic floor dysfunction, prolapse, urinary incontinence, complex pelvic reconstructive surgery, and transgender surgery and care. Dr. Rolston has expertise in minimally invasive surgical techniques which include vaginal, perineal, laparoscopic, and robotic approaches. Dr. Rolston is dedicated to alleviating health disparities within the urologic-gynecologic and transgender communities through education, advocacy, and community engagement. Dr. Rolston has presented her research in sexual dysfunction, painful bladder syndrome, and transgender surgery at a national level. She is also an active member of the American Urogynecologic Society and the World Professional Association for Transgender Health.

Biography: Janusz Plawner is a Urologist at Oak Street Health specializing in care for adults on Medicare.