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Who is West Georgia urology?

In March 2000, Dr. Kevin McLaughlin moved with his family to Carrollton and joined West Georgia Urology. He has been in the full-time practice of Urology since then. His practice involves the management of the entire spectrum of genito-urinary health care, including both male and female, adult and pediatric patients.

Why choose West Georgia Medical Center?

Our doctors have been practicing medicine for decades, keeping up with the latest trends in medical technology without sacrificing the old-fashioned, one-on-one patient care that keeps our patients happy and healthy. Right here in West Georgia, we practice advanced techniques that improve the quality of life for thousands of patients every year.

What is the patient portal?

The Patient Portal is an easy and convenient way to securely communicate with your physician and staff members at any time of the day. Many providers and patients find communicating via the Patient Portal works well because unlike a phone call; both parties do not need to be available at the same time.

What is West Georgia Urology?

West Georgia Urology, our physicians provide our male patients with comprehensive urological care throughout their lifespan. Whether you need routine preventative treatment or emergency surgery, we’re here to help.

Where is West Georgia Urology located?

West Georgia Urology has locations in Villa Rica, Carrollton, and Bremen (located inside Higgins General Hospital). We also have a location in Wedowee, Alabama, at the Tanner Medical Center. Contact us today to confirm which locations are best equipped to handle the procedures you need.

What insurance companies does West Georgia Urology work with?

As a member of the HealthWest PHO organization, we work with over 30 insurance companies including Aetna, Amerigroup, United Health Care, Cigna and Choicecare ( Humana).

What is a urologist in West Georgia?

Our urologists are trained in the evaluation and management of women’s bladder and urinary disorders. West Georgia Urology has the expertise, skill and experience to provide our female patients with accurate, individual diagnosis and treatment (non-operative or surgical).

How long has West Georgia Urology been around?

West Georgia Urology has been treating patients for over 20 years. Our doctors have decades of medical experience and access to some of the finest, most state-of-the-art medical equipment available. Call and speak with our friendly staff to schedule an appointment today!

Is West Georgia Urology office based?

West Georgia Urology utilizes many office-based, minimally invasive treatments and diagnostic procedures. Our wide breadth of experience allows us to consider multiple approaches for the conditions we encounter. Schedule an appointment today to see what might work for you.

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New Patient Forms

West Georgia Urology is a member of the HealthWest PHO organization. A list of the insurance companies we participate with are listed below. Please remember that your insurance policy is between you and your insurance company. We will file your insurance as a courtesy to you.

What is a BPH in West Georgia?

BPH is a benign (non-cancerous) enlargement of the prostate. This condition can cause problems with urination by blocking the flow from the bladder.

What is the term for the muscle that surrounds the bladder?

Bladder Control. In people with an overactive bladder (OAB), the layered, smooth muscle that surrounds the bladder (detrusor muscle) contracts spastically, sometimes without a known cause, which results in sustained, high bladder pressure and the urgent need to urinate (called urgency).

How do bladder stones form?

Bladder stones form when substances (such as calcium oxalate) in the urine concentrate and coalesce into hard, solid lumps that lodge in the bladder. Often, several stones form at once. Normally, they are fairly small and are excreted in the urine without complications, but sometimes stones become trapped in the neck of the bladder and—as residues in the urine continue to accumulate—grow large enough to cause pain, urinary blockage, or infections, thus requiring surgical intervention. Bladder stones almost exclusively affect middle-aged and older men, but, for unknown reasons, are becoming increasingly rare.

What is the blood in the urine?

Hematuria is the presence of blood, specifically red blood cells, in the urine. Whether the blood is visible only under a microscope or visible to the naked eye, hematuria is a sign that something is causing bleeding in the genitourinary tract: the kidneys, the tubes that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder (ureters), the prostate gland (in men), the bladder, or the tube that carries urine from the bladder out of the body (urethra).

What is the most common type of bladder cancer?

Bladder Cancer is the growth of abnormal cells in the bladder. The most common type of bladder cancer is transitional cell carcinoma. This cancer affects the inner lining of the bladder. We do not know the cause of bladder cancer but we do know smoking is the greatest risk factor for bladder cancer.

How to access a patient portal?

The Patient Portal is a convenient, secure, online tool available 24/7 that will help you: 1 Exchange secure messaging with your physician and staff members 2 Submit Billing Questions 3 Request medication renewals 4 Request non-urgent appointments 5 Access your health record 6 Make a Payment

Why is the Patient Portal important?

Many providers and patients find communicating via the Patient Portal works well because unlike a phone call; both parties do not need to be available at the same time. The Patient Portal is a convenient, secure, online tool available 24/7 that will help you: