Putting Patients First Welcome to Fifth Avenue Urology, the practice of Dr. Yaniv M. Larish. We are located in Manhattan, in New York City’s beautiful Upper East Side. We offer the most advanced state of the art diagnosis and treatment for all problems of the male and female urological and reproductive systems. Dr. Larish served… Continue Reading
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What Exactly Is A Vasectomy, and What Are Your Options?
A vasectomy is a permanent method of birth control, or sterilization, for men. It is a surgical procedure during which the tubes that runs from the testicular epididymis to the seminal vesicle are cut and tied, or sealed, so that sperm will not enter the ejaculate that is released during orgasm. The vas deferens are… Continue Reading
Urinary Incontinence in Men
Urine is made as the blood is filtered through the kidneys. The urine then travels through thin tubes called the ureters, to the urinary bladder. The tube known as the urethra travels from the bladder, where it passes through the prostate gland and the penis to allow the release of urine outside of the body.… Continue Reading
Erectile Dysfunction: Causes and Treatments
Erectile dysfunction, or ED, the inability to achieve or sustain an erection, troubles 18 million American men. The National Institutes of Health estimate that between 15% and 25% of 65 year old men experience erectile dysfunction on a chronic basis, interfering with their ability to enjoy sexual intercourse. Erectile dysfunction is not a problem with… Continue Reading
Penile Implants – Top Urologist NYC 2013
When men suffer from erectile dysfunction, their quality of life is significantly diminished. If you are suffering from ED, you can find a permanent solution with penile implants. Dr. Melman is one of the most highly experienced urologist in the country, and offers the entire spectrum of penile implants. Erectile dysfunction can be caused by… Continue Reading
BPH – Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia–Enlarged Prostate
The symptoms of BPH are the reason why most men come to a Urologist’s office for help. So, what is BPH, and what do the letters represent? The B stands for benign that is, a non-cancerous condition that can make you miserable but not kill you. The P stands for prostate, the gland in front… Continue Reading
Penile implant surgery
Today penile prosthetic implants are highly successful treatments for men with ED who do not respond, or who do not want to use, other forms of therapy for ED. Typically men who have penile implants have their sense of lot manhood restored. That restored sense of manhood, of being capable at any time, may be… Continue Reading
What is a vasectomy and who should consider having one?
A vasectomy is a simple, safe, 15 minute procedure done under local anesthesia in the doctor’s office that can prevent unwanted pregnancies and the problems associated with pregnancy. I had a sign in my office that said, “If you had a vasectomy you never have to say, “I’m sorry.” Thousands of vasectomies later it’s still… Continue Reading
Is Erectile Dysfunction Reversible?
One of the common questions is whether or not the ED is reversible? Unfortunately, with a few exceptions* the answer is NO. This makes it such that treatment is needed to resume intercourse. *The exceptions are Psychogenic ED Vascular ED Hormonal ED Smoking related ED Psychogenic ED: Is more common in younger men. Anxiety is… Continue Reading
What is Erectile Dysfunction? Top Urologist for ED in NYC, Drs. Brodherson and Larish
ED, or erectile dysfunction, is defined as the inability to obtain or maintain an erection of sufficient hardness and for a long enough time to satisfy your partner sexually. Erectile Dysfunction The effects of Erectile Dysfunction on the man and his partner go beyond the inability to have sex. Most men who have the problem… Continue Reading
Top Urologist NYC introduction
Welcome to my new blog. My goal is to educate, enlighten and entertain my readers about all things Urology related. With over 25 years of experience in practicing and teaching Urology, Dr. Melman, is one of the top urologists in NYC. He is at the forefront of research and treatment of all urological problems and… Continue Reading