Urologists: Top Procedures, Stats, and How to Find the Right Specialist (2026 Guide)
September 6, 2025 · by the Help Me Find A Doctor editorial team
Stats refreshed August 2026
A patient-friendly guide to urologists — what specialists do, the most common procedures (vasectomy, prostate cancer screening and management, kidney stone treatment), and what to look for when choosing one.
Men's health, prostate care, and urinary conditions. Below: the procedures patients ask about most, the numbers that put the field in context, and the questions worth raising at a first consultation with a urologists specialist.
Top procedures & treatments
Vasectomy
15-minute office procedure; one of the most effective forms of contraception.
Prostate cancer screening and management
PSA, MRI fusion biopsy, and treatment options including focal therapy.
Kidney stone treatment
ESWL, ureteroscopy, and PCNL.
BPH treatment (UroLift, Rezum, GreenLight, HoLEP)
Office and OR-based options for enlarged prostate.
Erectile dysfunction and men's health
Medical, injection, and surgical options including penile implants.
By the numbers
Updated August 2026- Approximately 500,000 vasectomies are performed annually in the U.S., reflecting a sustained interest in permanent male contraception (American Urological Association).
- Over 12 million U.S. men are currently affected by BPH, driving demand for minimally invasive treatments like UroLift and Rezum (Urology Care Foundation).
- Prostate cancer remains the most common non-skin cancer in U.S. men, with 299,010 new cases estimated for 2024-2025 (American Cancer Society).
- Kidney stone prevalence has risen to nearly 11% among the U.S. population, increasing the frequency of lithotripsy and ureteroscopy (National Institutes of Health).
Trending this month: Patients are increasingly opting for minimally invasive BPH therapies like UroLift and HoLEP to avoid the side effects of medication. Additionally, there is a marked rise in younger men seeking vasectomies and proactive erectile dysfunction screenings.
How to choose the right specialist
Verify board certification, ask how many of your specific procedure the clinician performs each year, and review patient outcomes — not just star ratings. A urologists provider who clearly explains your options, the evidence, and the realistic recovery timeline is worth more than the most heavily advertised name.
Use our directory to filter urologists specialists by city, then bring this article (and the FAQ below) to your consultation.
Frequently asked questions
When should I start PSA screening?
Most guidelines suggest shared decision-making starting at age 50 (45 with risk factors).
Is vasectomy reversible?
Microsurgical reversal is possible but success drops with time since the procedure.
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