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Arnon Krongrad

Bio

Prostate surgeon Arnon Krongrad, MD introduced minimally invasive (laparoscopic, robotic) prostate surgery into the United States in 1999 as a treatment for prostate cancer; the technique is in clinical trial as a treatment for the most severe forms of treatment-resistant chronic prostatitis. The Krongrad Institute offers concierge-level services to patients from throughout the U.S. and abroad. Dr. Krongrad is also chief executive of Mobile Surgery International, which develops quality:cost optimized bundled surgical services for domestic and foreign patients and payers; here is a talk on health care reform. You can see relevant videos here and here. And you can join Dr. Krongrad on Facebook and Twitter. And you can post questions to Ask Arnon.


 



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  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Urology:
    Tweaking Dietary Fat Mix Might Boost Prostate Cancer Survival

    MONDAY, June 10 (HealthDay News) -- Men with prostate cancer may boost their survival chances if they replace animal fats and carbohydrates in their diet with healthy fats such as olive oils, nuts and avocados, new research suggests.

    Men who substituted 10 percent of their daily calories ...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Urology:
    Screening Debate Typifies Prostate Cancer Uncertainties

    FRIDAY, Aug. 10 (HealthDay News) -- Though prostate cancer makes the news a lot, much of the information seems conflicting or inconclusive, leaving men with few absolute answers.

    Which treatment is most effective? Which has the fewest side effects? And who might benefit most from screenin...Full Article

  • Arnon Krongrad
    Arnon Krongrad answered:
    Is urinary incontinence serious?

    In generally functioning people, urinary incontinence is not medically dangerous, but it can be socially very embarrassing. In poorly functioning people, including the bed-ridden, demented, or otherwise incapacitated, urinary incontinence can cause skin breakdown and repel caregivers. So overall,

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  • Serena Rain , NASM Elite Trainer
    Serena Rain , NASM Elite Trainer posted on Arnon Krongrad’s wall:
    Nice to meet you here on Sharecare Dr. Krongrad. Thanks for all the good work you do!
  • Mike Allard - NASM Elite Trainer, NASM Elite Trainer
    Mike Allard - NASM Elite Trainer, NASM Elite Trainer posted on Arnon Krongrad’s wall:
    Hello Dr. Krongrad, great to meet you!
  • Arnon Krongrad
    Arnon Krongrad answered:
    Is nonbacterial prostatitis serious?
    The answer depends upon the severity of the symptoms. Many cases are associated with only mild symptoms of pain, sexual dysfunction, and urinary dysfunction. Others are associated with severe symptoms that may be associated also with malaise and other nonspecific constitutional complaints. In severe...  Full Post
  • Derak Glover , NASM Elite Trainer
    Derak Glover , NASM Elite Trainer posted on Arnon Krongrad’s wall:
    Dr. Arnon Krongrad, great to have access to your expertise on Sharecare.
  • Pamela Fortner, NASM Elite Trainer
    Pamela Fortner, NASM Elite Trainer posted on Arnon Krongrad’s wall:
    Nice to meet you Dr. Krongrad. Welcome to the sharecare family. Have a great week.
  • Shameeka Williams , NASM Elite Trainer
    Shameeka Williams , NASM Elite Trainer posted on Arnon Krongrad’s wall:
    Nice to meet you Dr. Krongrad
  • Arnon Krongrad
    Arnon Krongrad answered:
    What are some of the symptoms of a prostate problem?

    The symptoms depend upon the specific disease of the prostate:

    • Cancer: Often without any symptoms during its early, curable stage
    • Enlargement: Urgency, frequency, weak stream, hesitancy, dribbling
    • Prostatitis: Pain, urinary dysfunction, sexual dysfunction, fatigue
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  • Arnon Krongrad
    Arnon Krongrad answered:
    How is urinary diversion used to treat bladder cancer?
    Bladder removal is one of the treatments for bladder cancer. Diversion, which is not the treatment itself, becomes necessary when the bladder is removed. Diversion directs the urine to a receptable or artificial bladder so that it can be conveniently managed when the bladder is missing.  Full Post
  • Arnon Krongrad
    Arnon Krongrad answered:
    Is robotic surgery for prostate cancer better than traditional surgery?
    "Robotic" surgery is minimally invasive surgery. Compared with "traditional" open surgery, it relies on much smaller incisions and different technologies to excise the prostate. Robotic prostatectomy is generally associated with less pain and less bleeding than open surgery. Either way, it's important...  Full Post