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Apr 30, 2023

2023 AUA: Dr. Krambeck recaps the BPH update

Amy E. Krambeck, MD, highlights key takeaways from the BPH Update, which was presented at the 2023 American Urological Association Annual Meeting in Chicago, Illinois.

2023 AUA: Dr. Krambeck recaps the BPH update

Apr 28, 2023

Functional outcomes are equivalent after HoLEP regardless of receipt of prior BPH procedure

Nick Dean presented a study at the 2023 American Urological Association Annual Meeting, revealing that HoLEP's functional outcomes were comparable in patients, regardless of prior BPH procedures. This indicates that HoLEP remains effective in improving urinary symptoms and preserving bladder function, irrespective of a patient's BPH treatment history

Functional outcomes are equivalent after HoLEP regardless of receipt of prior BPH procedure

Feb 10, 2023

1000 HoLEP patients at Northwestern Medicine

Congratulations to Dr. Krambeck and the team for treating 1000 HoLEP patients at Northwestern Medicine

1000 HoLEP patients at Northwestern Medicine

Aug 28, 2022


Dr. Amy Krambeck discusses study comparing lithotripters for stone removal

Amy E. Krambeck, MD, discusses her recent trial1comparing the efficacy of Trilogy and ShockPulse-SE lithotripters used in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). Krambeck et al found that both devices are highly efficient and serve as notable advancements in stone-removal technologies, although fewer device malfunctions were reported when the Trilogy device was utilized.


Dr. Amy Krambeck discusses study comparing lithotripters for stone removal

Aug 17, 2022

Flex XC1 Testimonial: Dr. Amy Krambeck, Northwestern University

Dr. Krambeck shares her first impressions on the Flex XC1 Single Use Ureteroscope, how it compares to her reusable scopes, and how she sees it playing a role in her practice.

Flex XC1 Testimonial: Dr. Amy Krambeck, Northwestern University

May 19, 2022

AUA 2022: Panel Discussion: Residual Fragments after Stone Surgery: Leave or Chase?

Dr. Amy Krambeck argues in favor of achieving stone-free status in all patients undergoing PCNL.

AUA 2022: Panel Discussion: Residual Fragments after Stone Surgery: Leave or Chase?

May 6, 2022

2022 AUA preview: Dr. Krambeck on top research in BPH and urinary stones

Amy Krambeck, MD, highlights 6 studies in BPH and urinary stones being presented at the 2022 American Urological Association Annual Meeting.

2022 AUA preview: Dr. Krambeck on top research in BPH and urinary stones

Apr 25, 2022

Women in Medicine Conference Celebrates Gender Equity

This year’s Women in Medicine conference featured a panel discussion about navigating and leading in medicine.

Women in Medicine Conference Celebrates Gender Equity

Apr 1, 2022

HOLEP: A SIZE-INDEPENDENT, DEFINITIVE THERAPY FOR BPH

Amy E. Krambeck, MD, chief of the Division of Endourology and Stone Disease, and professor of Urology at Northwestern Medicine, is a world leader in holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP) for the treatment of lower urinary tract symptoms related to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). In this video, Dr. Krambeck discusses the benefits of and surgical indications for HoLEP, and the impacts of upgraded MOSES laser technology.

HOLEP: A SIZE-INDEPENDENT, DEFINITIVE THERAPY FOR BPH

Feb 6, 2022

Advances in Treatment for Benign Prostate Hypertrophy (BPH)

Dr. Amy Krambeck, MD, a urologist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and professor of urology at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine discusses benign prostate hypertrophy (BPH) and the latest advancement in treatment options such as the new way to perform the HoLEP (Holmium Laser Enucleation of Prostate) procedure that is narcotics-free and allows 85% of patients to go home the same day.

Advances in Treatment for Benign Prostate Hypertrophy (BPH)

Jan 21, 2022

Medical Moment: One and done treatment for BPH

In an interview with 16 News Now, Amy Krambeck, MD discusses the benefits of holmium laser enucleation of the prostate with an upgraded MOSES laser as a surgical treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms related to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH).

Medical Moment: One and done treatment for BPH

Jan 5, 2022

Patient removal of ureteral stent with extraction string is safe and economical

In an interview with Urology Times, Amy E. Krambeck, MD, discusses findings on the recent Urology Practice study, “The Economic Burden of Cystoscopy-Based Ureteral Stent Removal in the United States: An Analysis of Nearly 30,000 Patients.” She concluded that extraction strings may offer a safe and cost effective method for stent removals.

Patient removal of ureteral stent with extraction string is safe and economical

Apr 4, 2021

Lithotripters Trilogy and ShockPulse-SE show efficacy for stones

In a recent trial comparing the efficacy of Trilogy and ShockPulse-SE lithotripters used in percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL), investigators found that both devices are highly efficient and serve as notable advancements in stone-removal technologies, although fewer device malfunctions were reported when the Trilogy device was utilized. “For harder, more aggressive stones, I'm more likely to use the Trilogy based on the results of the study. If I have a softer, easier stone, I prefer the lightness of the ShockPulse," said lead study investigator Amy E. Krambeck, MD.

Lithotripters Trilogy and ShockPulse-SE show efficacy for stones

Dec 18, 2020

5 Best Urologists in Indianapolis 🥇

Dr. Krambeck was named one of the top rated Urologists in Indianapolis

5 Best Urologists in Indianapolis 🥇

Sep 28, 2020

Disposable ureteroscope reduces costs of care

Amy E. Krambeck, MD, discusses the findings of a recent 90-day trial of a single-use disposable ureteroscope.

Disposable ureteroscope reduces costs of care

May 18, 2020

MOSES-enabled pulsed laser allows same-day discharge without catheter

The benefits of holmium laser enucleation of the prostate with MOSES-enabled pulsed laser modulation justify its consideration as the gold standard surgical treatment for lower urinary tract symptoms related to benign prostatic hyperplasia, according to Amy E. Krambeck, MD.

MOSES-enabled pulsed laser allows same-day discharge without catheter

May 19, 2013

Kidney Stones - Amy Krambeck, M.D. - Mayo Clinic

Amy Krambeck, M.D., a urologic surgeon at Mayo Clinic specializing in the treatment of stone disease, discusses causes, prevention, and treatment methods for kidney stones.

Kidney Stones - Amy Krambeck, M.D. - Mayo Clinic
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