MTP #47: Diabetes and Penile Implants

MTP #47: Diabetes and Penile Implants

In this episode of Meet the Penis, Dr. Perito describes the considerations for penile implant surgery for diabetic patients. Dr. Perito uses a minimally invasive implant via an infrapubic approach that minimizes the reliance on hemoglobin A1C, which is a major consideration for more invasive forms of surgery recovering longer recovery times.

MTP #46: Seeking Out Dedicated Centers for Penile Implants

MTP #46: Seeking Out Dedicated Centers for Penile Implants

In this episode, Dr. Paul Perito describes a trend of questions coming from many of our viewers. Basic questions are coming in that should have been answered by the urologist that performed the surgery. Seeking out a urologist that performs several implant procedures per year at a “Dedicated Center,” is paramount for optimal patient satisfaction. … Read more

Dr. Perito and Dr. Suarez-Sarmiento published in the Textbook of Male Genitourethral Reconstruction

The team at Perito Urology was happy to announce the first publication of their chapter in the Textbook of Male Genitourethral Reconstruction. In this chapter, we briefly review the development of the infrapubic approach to implantation of the inflatable penile prosthesis. With intra-operative photos and illustrations, we discuss the surgical steps. We also highlight patient … Read more

MTP #45: Can You Get a Vasectomy and a Penile Implant At The Same Time?

MTP #45: Can You Get a Vasectomy and a Penile Implant At The Same Time?

In this episode of MTP, Dr. Perito answers a viewer question about whether it’s possible to get a vasectomy while undergoing penile implant surgery. Using the minimally invasive approach to surgical procedures, it’s possible to perform both operations at the same time. Dr. Perito also strongly recommends vasectomies as an effective means of birth control … Read more

MTP #44: Penis Size, Penis Size, Penis Size

MTP #44: Penis Size

MTP is back with a new episode where Dr. Perito explains the loss of length and girth that can accompany a loss of sexual function. Lack of function can lead to fibrosis of the corporal body, resulting in a corresponding lack of length, typically between .5 and 5cm over a year and a half. While … Read more

Perito Urology Attends SMSNA’s 20th Annual Meeting

Dr. Perito and the team from Perito Urology traveled to Nashville, TN, to partake in this year’s 20th Annual fall Scientific Meeting of the SMSNA. This year Dr. Suarez-Sarmiento, Jr. gave 3 of his presentations in front of several of the top implanters in the field. Perito Urology along with collaborations from Mayo Clinic Rochester … Read more

SUPS Cocktail Reception – Legends in Prosthetic Urology: Honoring Dr. John Mulcahy, MD, PhD

During the 20th Annual fall Scientific Meeting of the Sexual Medicine Society of North America, Dr. Perito had the pleasure of attending the SUPS Cocktail Reception honoring legendary implanter and mentor Dr. John Mulcahy. Dr. Mulcahy’s various works and manuscripts have helped shape and transform how we approach penile and implants and manage our patients. … Read more

Perito Urology Participates in Surgical Skills Lab at Vanderbilt University

Dr. Perito and the team from Perito Urology traveled to Nashville, TN, to partake in this year’s Sexual Medicine Society of North America International Conference. This year’s SUPS surgical skills lab took place at Vanderbilt University’s School of Medicine. Established as an independent organization of urological health care professionals concerned with the surgical practice of … Read more