When you need to visit a urologist, it’s no laughing matter. But navigating the healthcare system is a challenge, and finding a specialist who takes Medicaid is an even bigger one. Therefore, we have put together this list for our CDPAP patients of the top 10 urologists in New York who accept Medicaid.
What Do Urologists Do?
A urologist is a medical doctor who specializes in the human urinary tract. It’s a common misconception that urologists will only work with men. This is not the case. Urologists can treat urinary system issues in both men and women. This includes not just the urethra, but the bladder, the kidneys, and other associated organs. The reason for the confusion is understandable, though; urologists also treat the male reproductive system. Here, there is a difference, since the female reproductive system is treated by a gynecologist.
Urology is a broad field, and can include surgeons or even some general practitioners who have earned a urology license. That said, there are a few specialties within urology that are worth briefly mentioning:
● Urologic oncologists – These specialists treat urinary system cancers, including bladder and kidney cancer, as well as male reproductive cancers like prostate and testicle cancer.
● Pediatric urologists – Pediatric urologists specialize in children
● Male infertility urologists – These are doctors who specialize in male infertility issues like low sperm count.
● Female urologists – These specialists focus exclusively on the female urinary system. Often, they are also gynecologists and can treat female reproductive issues.
● Neurourologists – These doctors have certifications in urology and neurology, and focus on urinary issues that are caused by the nervous system.
It’s worth mentioning that even urologists who are surgeons may not perform all procedures. If you need to have a particular procedure done, make sure to ask about that procedure at the outset. Otherwise, you may waste time with a doctor who simply can’t do what you need.
To become a urologist, an individual must first earn their bachelor’s degree and their medical degree. After this, they must complete a residency, where they work for four to five years under the supervision of a more seasoned urologist. Then, they must take and pass the American Board of Urology’s certification exam. After that, they can finally practice on their own. However, if they want to further specialize in something like pediatric oncology, they’ll need to complete an additional 1-2-year fellowship.
It would be difficult to list all the conditions Urologists can treat. That said, here is a list of the most common issues Urologists are trained to manage:
● Bed wetting
● Bladder infections
● Bladder prolapse
● Cancers of the urinary system or male reproductive system
● Enlarged prostate gland
● Erectile dysfunction
● Incontinence
● Interstitial cystitis
● Kidney disease
● Kidney stones
● Male infertility
● Overactive bladder
● Prostatitis
● Undescended testicles
● Urinary tract blockages
● Urinary tract infections (UTI)
● Varicoceles
Urologists will usually begin by performing a physical examination. Depending on the issue, they may order blood work, a urine test, or imaging tests for further diagnosis.
Top 10 New York Urologists Who Take Medicaid
1) Kara Watts
Dr. Kara Watts is a 2010 graduate of the University of Connecticut School of Medicine, who completed a six-year residency at Montfire Medical Center. A board-certified urologist and surgeon, she has been practicing for more than 11 years. She is currently leading a research project to finalize a platform called UroNav. The goal is to revolutionize prostate imaging by fusing MRI and ultrasound imaging to provide more accurate early diagnosis.
Dr. Watts is qualified to treat any disorder of the urinary tract or male reproductive system. However, she specializes in urinary disorders, bladder disease, and prostate disorders. She’s also bilingual, and can treat patients in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Watts currently practices at the Montefiore Medical Center, where she also serves as an Assistant Professor of Urology. Her main office can be reached here:
1250 Waters Place
Bronx, NY 10461-2720
(718) 920-4531
2) Norman Coleburn
Dr. Normal Coleburn earned his medical degree from Cornell University’s Weill Medical Center, where he graduated in 1984. He then went on to complete residencies in surgery and urology at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital, as well as interning at the Boston City Hospital. Since then, he has been in private practice for 33 years.
Dr. Coleburn practices at Mt. Sinai Morningside, where he focuses on cancer, prostate disorders, and kidney stones. However, he also works with other urological issues. Among other treatments, he provides vasectomies, the urethral suspension sling procedure, and penile prosthesis insertion. He also treats patients who suffer from erectile dysfunction and premature ejaculation.
Here is where Dr. Coleburn can be reached:
1090 Amsterdam Avenue, 7G
New York, NY 10025
(212) 523-3340
3) Mantu Gupta
Dr. Mantu Gupta is the site chair for Urology at Mt. Sinai West and Mt. Sinai St. Luke’s. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University, then completed his residency at the University of California, where he also completed a secondary residency in surgery. At that point, he moved to New York, where he completed a fellowship in endourology and laparoscopic surgery. He has since been in practice for over 21 years.
During his career, Dr. Gupta has completed over 10,000 endourological procedures. That’s almost 500 per year, or more than one procedure per day on average. However, he’s also become expert at other minimally invasive surgeries, such as kidney stone removal. In addition to his qualifications as a surgeon, he also focuses on dietary changes for treating disorders, particularly for the management of kidney stones.
Dr. Gupta serves at the Icahn School of Medicine as a professor of urology. His primary practice is located at Mt. Sinai Hospital, where he can be reached at this address:
625 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10022
(212) 241-1272
4) Ivan Colon
Dr. Ivan Colon is a 1994 graduate of the University of Wisconsin Medical School. After earning his degree, he went on to intern at the Loyola Medical Center, before completing his residency at Brookdale University. While at Brookdale, he served as Chief Resident. Before going into practice, he completed a fellowship in laparoscopy and urology at the Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
Dr. Colon has now been practicing for over 23 years, and has held several prestigious positions. He served as the Chief of Urology at the University Hospital of Brooklyn, as well as the Chief of Robotics and Advanced Laparoscopic Urology at New York Methodist Hospital. As you might expect, he’s an expert on laparoscopy, but he’s also capable of treating other urinary and male reproductive conditions. He speaks English as well as Spanish.
Dr. Colon can be found at:
175 Remsen St, Suite 1225
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 696-0186
5) Vitaly Raykhman
Dr. Vitaly Raykhman is a general urologist who has been in practice for over 23 years. He earned his undergraduate degree and his medical degree, and completed his residency at the University of Buffalo. He actually completed a surgery residency first, before returning to complete his urology residency. He is trilingual, and can treat patients in English, Spanish, or Hindi.
As a general urologist, Dr. Raykhman treats any and all urological issues. He takes a holistic approach, geared towards improving general health as well as addressing the specific urological issue. He has also published a number of scholarly articles.
Here is Dr. Raykhaman’s contact information:
2326 East 14th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(718) 368-0029
6) Ashutosh Tewari
Dr. Ashutosh Tewari is a graduate of Ganesh Shankar Vidyarthi Memorial Medical College in India. He also completed his residency there, before traveling to the US to complete a urology residency at the Henry Ford Hospital, and three oncology residencies at the University of California. Before going into private practice in New York, he traveled to the University of Liverpool, where he completed a transplant fellowship.
Dr. Tewari speaks both English and Hindi, and can meet patients in either language. He has performed more than 5,000 robotic radical prostatectomies, and published more than 250 scholarly articles, mostly related to his work on prostate cancer. He is currently the System Chair of Urology and a professor of urology for the Mt. Sinai Hospital Group.
Dr. Tewari can be reached at the following address and phone number:
625 Madison Avenue, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10022
(212) 241-9955
7) Ketan K Badani
Dr. Ketan K Badani is a urologic oncologist who has performed more than 4,000 robotic surgeries. He earned his medical degree from Case Western University, then completed a residency in urology and a fellowship in robotic urology at the Henry Ford Health System.
In addition to performing surgery, Dr. Badani is a prolific author and lecturer. During his career, he has written over 150 articles and lectured in 10 countries.
Dr. Badani practices at several Mt. Sinai locations, including Beth Israel, Brooklyn, Morningside, Queens, and West. His main office can be reached at:
5 East 98th Street
New York, NY 10029
(212) 241-3919
8) Jay A Motola
Dr. Jay A Motola is an assistant professor of Urology at Mt. Sinai’s Icahn School of Medicine, and an attending physician at Mt. Sinai West. He graduated summa cum laude from the Stony Brook School of Medicine, and completed residencies in general surgery and urology at the Long Island Jewish Medical Center. He currently serves as the National Chairman for Practice Management at the American Urological Association, where he also sits on the IT committee.
Dr. Motola is a general urologist, and can treat any urological condition. However, he specializes in female pelvic health, especially minimally invasive surgery, oncology, and reconstructive surgery.
Here is how to contact Dr. Motola:
425 West 59th Street
New York, NY 10019
(212) 523-7016
9) Michael Rotman
Dr. Michael Rotman is an attending urologist at the Beth Israel Medical Center, and runs two private practices in Manhattan and Lawrence, New York. He has been in private practice for 16 years. He earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine, and completed his urology residency at Beth Israel Medical Center, where he was the Chief Urology Resident.
Dr. Rotman is a general urologist, and treats a wide variety of conditions. He’s also experienced with vasectomies, hormone replacement therapy, and prostate cancer treatment.
Dr. Rotman’s private practice can be contacted at the following address and phone number:
285 Lexington Avenue, 2nd Floor
New York, NY 10016
(212) 689-3155
10) Yuly Chalik
Dr. Yuly Chalik is a graduate of Mt. Sinai Medical School with over 29 years of experience. He completed residencies in general surgery and urology at NYU Medical Center, and now practices as a member of the Accord Physicians group.
Dr. Chalik is a general urologist, and can treat most medical problems. He can also perform minor surgeries such as vasectomies, circumcisions, and vaginal repair. He speaks English, Spanish, and Hindi, and can converse with patients in all three languages.
Dr. Chalik maintains offices in Brooklyn and Queens. His main office in Brooklyn can be reached as follows:
2326 East 14th Street
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(646) 666-8534