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Pediatric Urology

Kids' Urinary Tract and Reproductive System Experts

Pediatric urologists are doctors who take care of children’s kidneys, bladders, ureters and genitals.</p>\r\n<p>If your baby is born with a condition that affects these body parts our ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children's Health team is here to help. We also treat children and teens with issues like <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/conditions-treatments/urinary-tract-infections-uti.html\">urinary tract infections</a>, hydroceles, hernias, <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/conditions-treatments/vesicoureteral-reflux.html\">vesicoureteral reflux</a> and kidney stones.</p>\r\n<p>The genital area of the body can be difficult for kids to talk about. Parents can feel overwhelmed too. We’re experts at making kids feel better. We also know how to explain complicated urological problems in a way that kids understand.</p>\r\n<p>Our nationally known surgeons offer the latest in laparoscopic and endoscopic surgeries. These are surgical techniques that use smaller incisions. For your child, this means less pain, less risk for infection and a quicker recovery.</p>\r\n<p>The ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children's urology team does everything it can to help kids be their best and happiest.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-c451f3f2e2 class=cmp-text>

Pediatric urologists are doctors who take care of children’s kidneys, bladders, ureters and genitals.

If your baby is born with a condition that affects these body parts our ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children's Health team is here to help. We also treat children and teens with issues like urinary tract infections, hydroceles, hernias, vesicoureteral reflux and kidney stones.

The genital area of the body can be difficult for kids to talk about. Parents can feel overwhelmed too. We’re experts at making kids feel better. We also know how to explain complicated urological problems in a way that kids understand.

Our nationally known surgeons offer the latest in laparoscopic and endoscopic surgeries. These are surgical techniques that use smaller incisions. For your child, this means less pain, less risk for infection and a quicker recovery.

The ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children's urology team does everything it can to help kids be their best and happiest.

Find Urology Care From ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children's

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We have many pediatric urology physicians and locations — find the care closest to you:

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Conditions & Treatments

We see a wide range of conditions — far too many to list here. The conditions we treat vary depending on the location and providers selected. Don’t see a condition listed? Call us.</p>"}} id=text-fd306ccff0 class=cmp-text>

We see a wide range of conditions — far too many to list here. The conditions we treat vary depending on the location and providers selected. Don’t see a condition listed? Call us.

Ambiguous Genitalia

Enuresis

Hydronephrosis

Hypospadias

Inguinal Hernias

Meatal Stenosis

Neurogenic Bladder

Obstructive Uropathy

Penile Adhesions

Phimosis

Posterior Urethal Valves

Urinary Incontinence

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

Urinary Tract Obstruction

Voiding Dysfunction

Top Urology Care for Kids

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Spanning multiple hospitals and regions of the country, we treat thousands of kids for urology problems every year.

15,000+

Kids we care for each year at ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children's

2,968

Video visits our team conducted with families last year

12+

Specialties we work closely with

Delaware Valley/Philadelphia Highlights

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We can handle even the most complex urology conditions. From urologic testing to reconstructive surgeries, our urology specialists have experience treating a full range of urology problems.


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We use the latest, least invasive surgical techniques. One of the techniques we offer is robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery. This means smaller incisions (cuts) and pinpoint accuracy.


<b>We keep kids out of the hospital.</b> Through follow-up care, education and an active telehealth program, we’ve been able to prevent hospital readmissions after urology surgery. Our numbers are consistently below the national average.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-b297b1f97c class=cmp-text>

We keep kids out of the hospital. Through follow-up care, education and an active telehealth program, we’ve been able to prevent hospital readmissions after urology surgery. Our numbers are consistently below the national average.


<b>We’re part of the team that that treats children with spina bifida.</b> We work together with orthopedists and neurosurgeons to manage all medical and surgical needs for children with spina bifida in one place.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-98344df389 class=cmp-text>

We’re part of the team that that treats children with spina bifida. We work together with orthopedists and neurosurgeons to manage all medical and surgical needs for children with spina bifida in one place.

Top Urology Care for Kids

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Spanning multiple hospitals and regions of the country, we treat thousands of kids for urology problems every year.

15,000+

Kids we care for each year at ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children's

2,968

Video visits our team conducted with families last year

12+

Specialties we work closely with

Florida Highlights

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We use the latest, least invasive surgical techniques. One of the techniques we offer is robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery. This means smaller incisions (cuts) and pinpoint accuracy.


<b>A sensitive approach to help kids of all ages.</b> Our Continence Center is available at ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children’s Hospital, Florida and ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children's Health, Lakeland, Jacksonville and Pensacola where our program helps kids <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/services/continence-clinic.html\">control their urination</a> (urine/pee) or bowel movements (feces/poop).</p>"}} id=text-195ac6e045 class=cmp-text>

A sensitive approach to help kids of all ages. Our Continence Center is available at ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children’s Hospital, Florida and ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children's Health, Lakeland, Jacksonville and Pensacola where our program helps kids control their urination (urine/pee) or bowel movements (feces/poop).


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We’re part of the team that treats children with spina bifida. We work together with orthopedists and neurosurgeons to manage all medical and surgical needs for children with spina bifida in one place.

Top Urology Care for Kids

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Spanning multiple hospitals and regions of the country, we treat thousands of kids for urology problems every year.

15,000+

Kids we care for each year at ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children's

2,968

Video visits our team conducted with families last year

12+

Specialties we work closely with

Our Highlights

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We can handle even the most complex urology conditions. From urologic testing to reconstructive surgeries, our urology specialists have experience treating a full range of urology problems.


<b>We use the latest, least invasive surgical techniques.</b> One of the techniques we offer is robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery. This means smaller incisions (cuts) and pinpoint accuracy.</p>"}} id=text-2f7cec8a7b class=cmp-text>

We use the latest, least invasive surgical techniques. One of the techniques we offer is robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery. This means smaller incisions (cuts) and pinpoint accuracy.


<b>We keep kids out of the hospital.</b> Through follow-up care, education and an active telehealth program, we’ve been able to prevent hospital readmissions after urology surgery. Our numbers are consistently below the national average.</p>"}} id=text-35b7d68e40 class=cmp-text>

We keep kids out of the hospital. Through follow-up care, education and an active telehealth program, we’ve been able to prevent hospital readmissions after urology surgery. Our numbers are consistently below the national average.


<b>We’re part of the team that that treats children with spina bifida</b>. We work together with orthopedists and neurosurgeons to manage all medical and surgical needs for children with spina bifida in one place.</p>"}} id=text-6e8c3b5517 class=cmp-text>

We’re part of the team that that treats children with spina bifida. We work together with orthopedists and neurosurgeons to manage all medical and surgical needs for children with spina bifida in one place.

Featured Doctor

Meet Urology Division Chief <a href=\"https://findaprovider.nemours.org/details/1432/pamela-ellsworth-urology-lakeland-orlando\" target=\"_self\">Pamela I. Ellsworth, MD</a>, ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children’s Hospital, Florida. Getting to know and help families inspires her each day.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-c0902e26bb class=cmp-text>

Meet Urology Division Chief , ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children’s Hospital, Florida. Getting to know and help families inspires her each day.

Featured Doctor

Meet Urology Division Chief <a href=\"/content/nemours/us/en/find-a-doctor/provider-profile.11598\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Jennifer Hagerty, DO</a>, ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children’s Hospital, Delaware. She shares how using technology, working together, and focusing on family has transformed the lives of the children in her care.</p>\r\n"}} id=text-db4a96161c class=cmp-text>

Meet Urology Division Chief Jennifer Hagerty, DO, ¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾Ã¾«Æ· Children’s Hospital, Delaware. She shares how using technology, working together, and focusing on family has transformed the lives of the children in her care.