Presbyterian Healthcare 
Urology
Cystoscopy
| A cystoscopy is an examination in which a scope, flexible tube and viewing device are inserted through the urethra. They are used to examine the bladder and urinary tract for abnormalities or obstructions, such as tumors or stones. |
Surgery
There are two types of cystoscopes, the standard rigid cystoscope and the flexible cystoscope. The method for insertion of the cystoscope varies, but the test is the same. The scope is then inserted through the urethra into the bladder. Water is inserted through the cystoscope and fills the bladder. This process stretches the bladder, enabling the physician to view the entire bladder wall. You will feel the sensation to urinate when the bladder is full; however, it needs to remain full until the examination is complete. If any tissue appears abnormal, a small specimen can be taken through the cystoscope to be analyzed. The average cystoscopy takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
Physicians that perform this procedure
For your convenience, Presbyterian Healthcare is providing you the list of all surgeons who perform this procedure and have requested to be listed on this site. When making your selection, we encourage you to meet with the surgeon and inquire about training, number of procedures performed, etc. Its important that you choose the surgeon who makes you most comfortable. These physicians are independent practitioners and not employees of Presbyterian Healthcare.
- Manish N. Damani, MD - Urology
- G. Albert Dasher, MD - Urology
- Charles N. Feezor, MD - Urology
- Jacques P. Ganem, MD - Urology
- S. Lee Guice, MD - Urology
- Michael J. Kennelly, MD - Urology
- John A. Kirkland, MD - Urology
- Michael R. O'Neill, MD - Urology
- Samuel J. Peretsman, MD - Urology
- Thomas H. Phillips, MD - Urology
- Kevin C. Shandera, MD - Urology
- David E. Somerstein, MD - Urology
- Daniel L. Watson, MD - Urology
- Bradley K. Weisner, MD - Urology
