UroPatient

About UroPatient

UroPatient is a dedicated podcast providing expert insights, patient education, and real-life stories on urologic health. Hosted by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, UroPatient bridges the gap between patients and healthcare professionals, covering topics like prostate health, bladder disorders, sexual wellness, and the latest treatments in urology. Whether you're a patient, caregiver, or just curious about urologic health, UroPatient offers valuable, easy-to-understand information to help you take charge of your well-being.

Publisher

UroPatient.com

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 Jan 2025

Latest episode

24 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

97 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   24 Oct 2026

   Audio: Optilume for Enlarged Prostate: Is It Right for You?

   What is Optilume, and could it be an option for men with an enlarged prostate and bothersome urinary symptoms? In this episode of UroPatient, host and presenter Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, takes a patient-focused look at Optilume for BPH (benign prostatic hyperplasia) and what patients should know before considering this minimally invasive treatment option. If you have BPH symptoms such as a weak urinary stream, difficulty starting urination, frequent urination, urgency, getting up at night to urinate, or feeling that your bladder is not completely empty, you may have wondered what treatment options are available beyond medications or traditional prostate surgery. Optilume is a minimally invasive treatment that uses a specialized balloon catheter to open the prostatic urethra. The technology also delivers medication to the treated area. But what does that actually mean for the patient? In this UroPatient episode, we discuss important questions patients may have, including: • What is BPH and why does an enlarged prostate affect urination? • What is the Optilume procedure? • How is Optilume performed? • What can a patient expect during the procedure? • Is anesthesia required? • How long does the procedure take? • What is recovery like? • How quickly might urinary symptoms improve? • What are the potential benefits and risks? • How does Optilume compare with medications and other BPH procedures? • Who might be a candidate for Optilume? • What questions should patients ask their urologist? The goal of UroPatient is to help patients better understand urologic conditions, procedures, treatments, and recovery so they can have more informed conversations with their healthcare providers. Remember, every patient is different. The best treatment for BPH depends on factors such as prostate size, anatomy, symptoms, medications, overall health, previous treatments, and patient preferences. Hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, host of UroPatient. 👉 SUBSCRIBE to the UroNurse YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UroNurse1 (https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@UroNurse1&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw1I05-Suh1EwA-tG9D3M2id) Subscribe for more patient education about urology, prostate health, BPH, urinary symptoms, men's health, urologic procedures, and treatment options. #Optilume #BPH #EnlargedProstate #ProstateHealth #Urology #UroPatient #UroNurse #MensHealth #BPHTreatment #UrinarySymptoms *The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions.

2. 

   17 Oct 2026

   (Audio) Voiding Trial After Catheter Removal: What to Expect

   Voiding Trial After Catheter Removal: What to Expect What is a voiding trial, and what happens when your urinary catheter is removed? In this episode of UroPatient, hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, we explain the voiding trial in simple, patient-friendly terms. A voiding trial is commonly performed when a healthcare professional wants to determine whether a patient can empty their bladder effectively after a urinary catheter has been removed. If you've had a Foley catheter, urinary retention, prostate surgery, bladder surgery, or another procedure affecting urination, you may eventually be asked to participate in a voiding trial. But what exactly happens? In this episode, we'll discuss: 🔹 What is a voiding trial? 🔹 Why would your healthcare provider recommend one? 🔹 What happens when the urinary catheter is removed? 🔹 How is the bladder filled or allowed to fill? 🔹 When will you be asked to urinate? 🔹 How do healthcare professionals determine whether you're emptying your bladder? 🔹 What is a bladder scan or post-void residual? 🔹 What happens if you successfully pass the voiding trial? 🔹 What happens if you can't urinate or don't empty your bladder completely? 🔹 Why might a catheter need to be replaced? A voiding trial can be an important step toward determining whether you can safely remain catheter-free. [EMPHASIZE] Passing a voiding trial doesn't necessarily mean everything is permanently resolved, and not passing one doesn't necessarily mean you will need a catheter forever. Your healthcare team will consider your individual situation, bladder function, medical history and the amount of urine remaining in your bladder. This episode is designed to help patients and families understand what to expect and what questions they may want to ask their healthcare professional. If you or someone you know has a urinary catheter, has experienced urinary retention, or is preparing for catheter removal, this episode can help explain the process. Hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, host of UroPatient. 🔔 Subscribe to the UroNurse YouTube channel: Subscribe to UroNurse on YouTube (https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@UroNurse1?utm_source%3Dchatgpt.com&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw1dMtf-0eHNFrZzg0M714C7) #UroPatient #UroNurse #VoidingTrial #CatheterRemoval #UrinaryCatheter #FoleyCatheter #UrinaryRetention #BladderHealth #PostVoidResidual #BPH #Urology #UrologyNurse #PatientEducation #UrinaryHealth The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions.

3. 

   10 Oct 2026

   (Audio) Simple Prostatectomy: What Happens When the Patient Goes Home?

   What happens after a patient leaves the hospital following a simple prostatectomy? The surgery may be over, but recovery at home is an important part of the journey. In this episode of UroPatient, Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, shares a very personal experience: caring for his own brother after simple prostatectomy surgery. It’s great when you have an urology nurse as a brother! Vic discusses what he observed during his brother’s recovery and describes a practical care trick he used while helping him after surgery. From managing the transition home to understanding what patients and families may encounter during recovery, this episode offers a firsthand perspective from someone with more than 40 years of urology nursing experience. In this video, we talk about: • What patients can expect when they go home after a simple prostatectomy • The early recovery period following prostate surgery • What it can be like to recover with a urinary catheter • Catheter and urinary-care considerations at home • What family members may need to understand when helping a prostate surgery patient • Practical tips for making the transition from hospital to home easier • Why having a knowledgeable caregiver can make a difference • A personal care technique Vic used while caring for his brother • Questions patients should consider asking their urology team before going home What is a simple prostatectomy? A simple prostatectomy is a surgical procedure used to remove the enlarged inner portion of the prostate in men with significant benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). It is different from a radical prostatectomy, which is performed to treat prostate cancer and removes the entire prostate. Recovery following simple prostatectomy varies from patient to patient. Your surgeon and urology team should provide specific instructions regarding activity, medications, catheter care, fluid intake, bleeding, urinary symptoms, and when to call the office. This episode is especially useful for BPH patients, prostate surgery patients, caregivers, spouses, family members, and anyone preparing for recovery after prostate surgery. Hosted and presented by Vic Senese, RN, BSN, FAUNA, host of UroPatient. 👉 Subscribe to my UroNurse YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@UroNurse1 (https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/@UroNurse1&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw1I05-Suh1EwA-tG9D3M2id) Topics covered include: #SimpleProstatectomy #ProstateSurgery #ProstatectomyRecovery #BPH #BPHTreatment #ProstateRecovery #CatheterCare #Urology #UrologyNurse #UrinaryCatheter #ProstateHealth #UroPatient #VicSenese #UroNurse #MensHealth The expert's opinions in this communication are personal and not representative of any organization. They are for informational purposes only, not official guidance. Viewers are advised to use their judgment, seek additional advice, and take responsibility for any actions based on these opinions.

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YouTube views

861,665

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Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

2 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 70 / 100

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YouTube

86

Engagement

32

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