According to the American Academy of Family Physicians (AAFP), primary care physicians are now seeing patients complaining of urinary incontinence as one of the most prevalent issues in their practices. This condition is expected to continue to grow right along with the aging and increasing population of baby-boomers. As a matter of fact this condition has become more prevalent than many more commonly discussed ailments such as diabetes and even Alzheimer’s. But the most concerning fact regarding patients suffering from urinary incontinence is that it is estimated that some 50% have never discussed their problem with their doctor.
The dramatic facts of this condition effecting such a large amount of individuals within the population screams for physicians and specialty doctors in urology and uro-gynecology to take notice. Urinary incontinence is an overall condition that can have numerous symptoms even though the general condition is the same.
Many urology and OBGYN clinics are also beginning to see the incidents of patients discussing urinary incontinence increasing within their practices. These physicians are leading the way to proper diagnosis by taking a thorough approach to the process, through urodynamic testing. We know that no doctor desires to have a patient endure an unnecessary surgery or wants to prescribe medication for an incorrect condition; therefore it is essential to determine the nature and cause of the incontinence.
Given the staggering figures surrounding urinary incontinence, there are two significant things that physicians should be doing:
1) Talk to patients – Doctors should be approaching this issue with their patients rather than waiting for the issue to be brought up by their patient. For many elderly patients, this issue can be overwhelming and a cause for great embarrassment. Having understanding and being proactive is not only sound advice, but a requirement.
2) Add Urodynamics – Since urodynamic testing provides thorough and detailed statistics of potential causes of urodynamics, physicians and clinics need to consider utilizing an experienced urodynamic testing service or making the investment in urodynamic equipment, supplies and most importantly staff training and skill.
With the rise of urinary incontinence becoming so prevalent, both patients and doctors share in the responsibility of a positive outcome. Patients need to feel comfortable to raise the issue with their doctors and physicians must create an environment where the discussion is proactive and the path to proper diagnosis and treatment is clear.
Additional statistics for Urology and Gynecology clinics to consider:
According to the National Association for Continence, Urinary incontinence is a very personal issue, which affects as many as 25 million Americans -- young and old, male and female.
Over 800,000 urodynamic tests are conducted annually in the US according to the centres for Medicare and Medicaid.
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Friday, December 5, 2008
MOBILE URODYNAMICS GROUP EXPANDS AGAIN IN SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
Mobile Urodynamics Group continues its national expansion with additional account reps in California.
Rochester, Washington December 5, 2008 –
Precision Urodynamics, LLC/Mobile Urodynamics Group, the nations largest urodynamics testing company today announced the addition of sales professionals in Southern California. The two new account executives deliver additional service and sales coverage from Los Angeles, the Inland Empire, down to San Diego.
Denise Bushey in Los Angeles and Gloria Cecilia Rodriguez in San Diego allow us to better penetrate the largest territory we have been servicing for several years, said Darren Prescott, CEO Precision Urodynamics. “These additions to our sales team will focus on introducing the vast Urology and OBGYN markets to the advantages and financial benefits we offer in outsourcing urodynamics.”
Denise, a veteran of the LA market is focused on urologists that have previously made investments in urodynamic equipment, staff and supplies, as well as introducing uro-gynecologists to the benefits of patient retention and revenue through our service. "I was originally shocked to find out that 60% of our clients already had their own urodynamic equipment” said Bushey. “They are quickly realizing the benefits that Mobile Urodynamics Group delivers and how we remove the staffing and expense hassles of conducting urodynamic tests in-house with a financial and patient option that previously didn’t exist."
Gloria Rodriguez is a senior Pharmaceutical sales rep that has been calling in the urology field for many years, brings deep experience working with urologists to improve patient care. Gloria commented, "I am excited how my long-time Urology clients are quickly opening up to our urodynamic services with no overhead. The value we deliver to the doctor and the patient comfort of going to the same office ensures everyone is happy. I’m proud that I am able to continue promoting quality patient care and work with the best in the business!"
Mobile Urodynamics Group, the marketing and relationship arm of Precision Urodynamics, LLC provides specialized in-office urodynamics testing for Urology and OBGYN clinics nationally. As the nations largest urodynamics testing company, Mobile Urodynamics delivers the benefits of highly experienced urodynamics without the costs associated with specialized equipment, supplies and staff, while enabling patients to receive the best urinary incontinence testing in the familiar location of their doctors office.
About Mobile Urodynamics Group
Mobile Urodynamics Group, the nations largest outsourced urodynamics testing company, provides OBGYN’s, clinics and urologists with in-office urodynamics testing. The unique services include all urodynamic supplies, equipment and a professional urodynamic technician, allowing their clients to expand their services to patients, lower costs and increase revenues.
Contact
R. Caruso
503-939-8158
www.mobile-uro.com
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