My research focuses on improving outcomes for men undergoing prosthetic and reconstructive urologic surgery, particularly penile implant and artificial urinary sphincter surgery. I am interested in improving surgical techniques, preventing and managing complications such as infection, and developing better approaches to complex and revision surgery. My goal is to use this research to make these procedures safer, more effective, and more durable for patients.
My goal is to restore function, dignity, and quality of life while helping each patient choose the treatment that is right for them.
Accepting New Patients
Adults
Areas of Expertise
Where I See Patients
Duke Raleigh Hospital - Raleigh, NC
Duke Urology Clinic - Clinic 1G - Durham, NC
Duke Urology of Raleigh - Raleigh, NC
Board Certified
American Board of Urology, Urology
My goal is to restore function, dignity, and quality of life while helping each patient choose the treatment that is right for them.
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About Me
I specialize in reconstructive and prosthetic urology, with a particular focus on penile implant surgery for erectile dysfunction. I have extensive experience with both primary and complex penile implant procedures, including revision and replacement surgery for patients with prior pelvic surgery, radiation, or previous implants.
I also specialize in the surgical treatment of male urinary incontinence, including artificial urinary sphincters, male slings, and the ProACT adjustable continence system, as well as complex urethral stricture disease.
I enjoy this field because every patient and problem is different. I believe successful care begins with understanding each patient’s goals, clearly explaining the available options, and setting realistic expectations. I work with each patient to develop an individualized treatment plan that best meets his needs and helps him return to the activities that are important to him.
Current Appointments and Affiliations
Patients I Treat
Adults
Languages I Speak
English
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Areas of Expertise
- Penile Prosthesis
- Reconstructive Urology
- Male Incontinence
- Male Sexual Dysfunction
- Urethral Stricture
Ratings and Reviews
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Training and Education
Board Certification
American Board of Urology, Urology
Fellowship
Genitourinary Reconstructive Surgery, Duke University Medical Center, 2010-2011
Residency
Surgery, UNC Hospitals, 2005-2006
Urologic Surgery, UNC Hospitals, 2006-2010
Education
MD, University of North Carolina–Chapel Hill School of Medicine, 2005
Clinical Focus and Research
My Research Interests
Publications and Grants
Insurance Accepted
Duke Health contracts with most major health insurance carriers and transplant networks, including the ones listed below.
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Aetna
- Aetna Choice POS, Aetna Choice POS II
- Aetna Elect Choice HMO, Aetna Open Access Elect Choice
- Aetna Health Network Only, Aetna Health Network Option
- Aetna HMO
- Aetna Limited Benefit Insurance PPO
- Aetna Managed Choice POS
- Aetna Medicare Assure Plan (HMO D-SNP)
- Aetna Medicare Eagle Plan (PPO)
- Aetna Medicare Essential Plan (PPO)
- Aetna Medicare Value Plan (HMO)
- Aetna Open Access HMO, Open Access Aetna Select, Aetna Open Access Managed Choice
- Aetna Open Choice PPO
- Aetna PCP Coordinated POS Plan
- Aetna Quality Point of Service (QPOS)
- Aetna Select HMO
- Aetna Traditional Choice
- Aetna Voluntary Indemnity Group Plan
- Aetna Whole Health – Duke WakeMed WKCC
- Aetna/CVS Health
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Ambetter
- Ambetter of North Carolina
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC
- Blue Advantage (*Available in select counties only)
- Blue Medicare (HMO, PPO)*
- Blue Options (123, PPO, HSA)
- Blue Select
- Blue Value (*Duke Health Lake Norman and Kernodle Clinics only)
- NC State Employees Health Plan
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*Duke HomeCare and Hospice does not participate in the plan.
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Cigna
- Cigna Behavioral Health (*Limited eligibility)
- Cigna Choice Plus
- Cigna Connect Individual Family Plan
- Cigna Open Access
- Cigna Open Access Plus
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*Please call Cigna Behavioral Heath to see if the provider is participating in your plan.
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Duke Employee Plans
- Cigna Care
- Duke Advantage
- Duke Basic
- Duke Options
- Duke Select
- Duke USA
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Experience Health
- Experience Health Medicare Advantage (HMO) Plan
- Gateway Health Alliance
- Healthgram
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Humana
- Humana Choice (PPO)
- Humana Choice - Medicare Advantage (PPO)
- Humana ChoiceCare - Medicare Advantage (PPO)
- Humana Gold Choice - Medicare Advantage (PFFS)
- Humana Gold Plus - Medicare Advantage (HMO)
- Humana Medicare Advantage Group Plan - NC State Retirees
- MedCost
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Medicare
- First Medicare Direct
- Medicare Part A
- Medicare Part B
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NC Medicaid
- Alliance Health
- AmeriHealth Caritas North Carolina
- Carolina Complete Health
- Healthy Blue
- NC Medicaid Direct
- Partners
- Trillium
- UHC Community Plan
- Vaya Health
- WellCare of North Carolina
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TRICARE
- TRICARE Prime
- TRICARE Prime Remote
- TRICARE Select
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United Healthcare
- AARP Medicare Advantage Plan 2 (HMO-POS)
- AARP Medicare Complete (HMO, PPO)*
- AARP Medicare Complete Essential (HMO)*
- All Savers Alternate Funding
- All Savers Fully Insured
- United Healthcare (HMO, PPO, POS)**
- United Healthcare Charter/Charter Balance/Charter Plus
- United Healthcare Choice/Choice Plus
- United Healthcare Core/Core Essential
- United Healthcare Navigate/Navigate Plus/Navigate Balanced
- United Healthcare Option PPO
- United Healthcare Passport Connect Choice/Choice Plus
- United Healthcare Passport Connect Options PPO
- United Healthcare Select/Select Plus
- United Healthcare Shared Services - Harvard Pilgrim/UHC Options PPO Network
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
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*Duke HomeCare and Hospice and mental health providers do not participate with the plan.
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**Duke Health does not participate in UHC plans on the Health Insurance Marketplace.
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External Relationships
This faculty member (or a member of their immediate family) has reported outside activities with the companies or institutions listed below. This information has been reported to the health system leadership and, when appropriate, management plans are in place to address potential conflicts of interest.
- Boston Scientific Corporation
- Coloplast Corp
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