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Male | Education

Undergraduate School

St. Bonaventure University

1985, Bonavemture, NY

Medical School

State University of New York at Syracuse

1989, Syracuse, NY

Internship

State University of New York at Brooklyn

1990, Brooklyn, NY

Residency

Surgery

State University of New York at Brooklyn

1992, Brooklyn, NY

Fellowship

Clinical

Boston Children's Hospital

1997, Boston, MA

Fellowship

Research

Boston Children's Hospital

1988, Boston, MA

Male | Publications

  1. Multi-Institutional Bladder Exstrophy Consortium After 8 Years: The Short- and Intermediate-Term Outcomes. J Urol. 2024 Jul; 212(1):177-184. View Multi-Institutional Bladder Exstrophy Consortium After 8 Years: The Short- and Intermediate-Term Outcomes. Abstract

  2. Is Immobilization Technique Associated With Postoperative Pubic Rami Diastasis Following Bladder Exstrophy Closure? J Pediatr Orthop. 2024 May-Jun 01; 44(5):e469-e473. View Is Immobilization Technique Associated With Postoperative Pubic Rami Diastasis Following Bladder Exstrophy Closure? Abstract

  3. Male epispadias repair: Outcomes at three sites prior to the establishment of a multi-institutional collaboration. J Pediatr Urol. 2024 06; 20(3):408.e1-408.e6. View Male epispadias repair: Outcomes at three sites prior to the establishment of a multi-institutional collaboration. Abstract

  4. Pelvic Ectopic Kidney Prevalence and Pressure Changes During Cloacal Exstrophy (Omphalocele-Exstrophy-Imperforate Anus-Spinal Defects Syndrome) Closure. Urology. 2023 11; 181:124-127. View Pelvic Ectopic Kidney Prevalence and Pressure Changes During Cloacal Exstrophy (Omphalocele-Exstrophy-Imperforate Anus-Spinal Defects Syndrome) Closure. Abstract

  5. Ensuring our exstrophy-epispadias complex patients and families thrive. Pediatr Nephrol. 2024 Feb; 39(2):371-382. View Ensuring our exstrophy-epispadias complex patients and families thrive. Abstract

  6. Enhanced Recovery After Surgery for an Uncommon Complex Urological Procedure: The Complete Primary Repair of Bladder Exstrophy. J Urol. 2023 10; 210(4):696-703. View Enhanced Recovery After Surgery for an Uncommon Complex Urological Procedure: The Complete Primary Repair of Bladder Exstrophy. Abstract

  7. Early urodynamic findings after complete primary repair of exstrophy. J Pediatr Urol. 2023 10; 19(5):565.e1-565.e5. View Early urodynamic findings after complete primary repair of exstrophy. Abstract

  8. Exstrophy-Epispadias Complex. Urol Clin North Am. 2023 Aug; 50(3):403-414. View Exstrophy-Epispadias Complex. Abstract

  9. False-positive urine pregnancy screening tests are uncommon in the hospital setting among patients with bowel-containing urinary tract reconstruction. J Pediatr Urol. 2023 06; 19(3):312.e1-312.e4. View False-positive urine pregnancy screening tests are uncommon in the hospital setting among patients with bowel-containing urinary tract reconstruction. Abstract

  10. Prenatal Diagnosis of Bladder Exstrophy and OEIS over 20 Years. Urology. 2023 02; 172:174-177. View Prenatal Diagnosis of Bladder Exstrophy and OEIS over 20 Years. Abstract

  11. Repurposing tools: A peña stimulator as a tool to map the limits of dissection and continence zone during bladder exstrophy repair. J Pediatr Urol. 2022 08; 18(4):536-537. View Repurposing tools: A peña stimulator as a tool to map the limits of dissection and continence zone during bladder exstrophy repair. Abstract

  12. Hindgut Duplication in an Infant with Omphalocele-Exstrophy-Imperforate Anus-Spinal Defects (OEIS) Complex. European J Pediatr Surg Rep. 2022 Jan; 10(1):e45-e48. View Hindgut Duplication in an Infant with Omphalocele-Exstrophy-Imperforate Anus-Spinal Defects (OEIS) Complex. Abstract

  13. Prostatic metaplasia of the vagina in transmasculine individuals. World J Urol. 2022 Mar; 40(3):849-855. View Prostatic metaplasia of the vagina in transmasculine individuals. Abstract

  14. Bilateral ureteral reimplantation at complete primary repair of exstrophy: Post-operative outcomes. J Pediatr Urol. 2022 02; 18(1):37.e1-37.e5. View Bilateral ureteral reimplantation at complete primary repair of exstrophy: Post-operative outcomes. Abstract

  15. The Richard Grady Monsplasty: A vertical Z-plasty technique. J Pediatr Urol. 2021 08; 17(4):575-576. View The Richard Grady Monsplasty: A vertical Z-plasty technique. Abstract

  16. Safety of delayed surgical repair of omphalocele-exstrophy-imperforate anus-spinal defects (OEIS) complex in infants with significant comorbidities. Pediatr Surg Int. 2021 Jan; 37(1):93-99. View Safety of delayed surgical repair of omphalocele-exstrophy-imperforate anus-spinal defects (OEIS) complex in infants with significant comorbidities. Abstract

  17. Timing of inguinal hernia following complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy. J Pediatr Urol. 2021 02; 17(1):87.e1-87.e6. View Timing of inguinal hernia following complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy. Abstract

  18. A New Approach to Cloaca: Laparoscopic Separation of the Urogenital Sinus. J Laparoendosc Adv Surg Tech A. 2020 Dec; 30(12):1257-1262. View A New Approach to Cloaca: Laparoscopic Separation of the Urogenital Sinus. Abstract

  19. Key anatomic findings on fetal ultrasound and MRI in the prenatal diagnosis of bladder and cloacal exstrophy. J Pediatr Urol. 2020 Oct; 16(5):665-671. View Key anatomic findings on fetal ultrasound and MRI in the prenatal diagnosis of bladder and cloacal exstrophy. Abstract

  20. Necrotizing Fasciitis Following Routine Genitourinary Surgery in Healthy Infants. Urology. 2020 11; 145:250-252. View Necrotizing Fasciitis Following Routine Genitourinary Surgery in Healthy Infants. Abstract

  21. Evaluation of outcomes following complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy at three individual sites prior to the establishment of a multi-institutional collaborative model. J Pediatr Urol. 2020 Aug; 16(4):435.e1-435.e6. View Evaluation of outcomes following complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy at three individual sites prior to the establishment of a multi-institutional collaborative model. Abstract

  22. A single-institution experience of complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy in girls: risk factors for urinary retention. J Pediatr Urol. 2019 May; 15(3):262.e1-262.e6. View A single-institution experience of complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy in girls: risk factors for urinary retention. Abstract

  23. Anatomic findings associated with epispadias in boys: Implications for surgical management and urinary continence. J Pediatr Urol. 2018 02; 14(1):42-46. View Anatomic findings associated with epispadias in boys: Implications for surgical management and urinary continence. Abstract

  24. Short-term outcomes of the multi-institutional bladder exstrophy consortium: Successes and complications in the first two years of collaboration. J Pediatr Urol. 2017 Jun; 13(3):275.e1-275.e6. View Short-term outcomes of the multi-institutional bladder exstrophy consortium: Successes and complications in the first two years of collaboration. Abstract

  25. Editorial Comment. Urology. 2016 Apr; 90:168. View Editorial Comment. Abstract

  26. Sacral agenesis and neurogenic bladder: Long-term outcomes of bladder and kidney function. J Pediatr Urol. 2016 Jun; 12(3):158.e1-7. View Sacral agenesis and neurogenic bladder: Long-term outcomes of bladder and kidney function. Abstract

  27. Experience, Expertise and Dedication are Requirements for Successful Outcome in Bladder Exstrophy Care. J Urol. 2016 Jan; 195(1):15. View Experience, Expertise and Dedication are Requirements for Successful Outcome in Bladder Exstrophy Care. Abstract

  28. An initial report of a novel multi-institutional bladder exstrophy consortium: a collaboration focused on primary surgery and subsequent care. J Urol. 2015 May; 193(5 Suppl):1802-7. View An initial report of a novel multi-institutional bladder exstrophy consortium: a collaboration focused on primary surgery and subsequent care. Abstract

  29. Semen parameters in adolescents with varicocele: association with testis volume differential and total testis volume. J Urol. 2015 May; 193(5 Suppl):1843-7. View Semen parameters in adolescents with varicocele: association with testis volume differential and total testis volume. Abstract

  30. Editorial comment. J Urol. 2014 Oct; 192(4):1214. View Editorial comment. Abstract

  31. Bladder exstrophy: current management and postoperative imaging. Pediatr Radiol. 2014 Jul; 44(7):768-86; quiz 765-7. View Bladder exstrophy: current management and postoperative imaging. Abstract

  32. Combined cystometrography and electromyography of the external urethral sphincter following complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy. J Urol. 2014 May; 191(5 Suppl):1547-52. View Combined cystometrography and electromyography of the external urethral sphincter following complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy. Abstract

  33. Health related quality of life in patients with bladder exstrophy: a call for targeted interventions. J Urol. 2014 May; 191(5 Suppl):1553-7. View Health related quality of life in patients with bladder exstrophy: a call for targeted interventions. Abstract

  34. Dkk1 in the peri-cloaca mesenchyme regulates formation of anorectal and genitourinary tracts. Dev Biol. 2014 Jan 01; 385(1):41-51. View Dkk1 in the peri-cloaca mesenchyme regulates formation of anorectal and genitourinary tracts. Abstract

  35. Practice patterns and resource utilization for infants with bladder exstrophy: a national perspective. J Urol. 2014 May; 191(5):1381-8. View Practice patterns and resource utilization for infants with bladder exstrophy: a national perspective. Abstract

  36. Autologous cell seeded biodegradable scaffold for augmentation cystoplasty: phase II study in children and adolescents with spina bifida. J Urol. 2014 May; 191(5):1389-95. View Autologous cell seeded biodegradable scaffold for augmentation cystoplasty: phase II study in children and adolescents with spina bifida. Abstract

  37. Are osteotomies necessary for bladder exstrophy closure? J Urol. 2014 Jan; 191(1):13-4. View Are osteotomies necessary for bladder exstrophy closure? Abstract

  38. A survey to assess body and self-image in individuals with bladder exstrophy: a call for psychosocial support. J Urol. 2013 Oct; 190(4 Suppl):1572-6. View A survey to assess body and self-image in individuals with bladder exstrophy: a call for psychosocial support. Abstract

  39. Editorial comment. J Urol. 2013 May; 189(5):1875. View Editorial comment. Abstract

  40. Embryonic origin and remodeling of the urinary and digestive outlets. PLoS One. 2013; 8(2):e55587. View Embryonic origin and remodeling of the urinary and digestive outlets. Abstract

  41. Urological complications and vesicoureteral reflux following pediatric kidney transplantation. J Urol. 2013 Mar; 189(3):1071-6. View Urological complications and vesicoureteral reflux following pediatric kidney transplantation. Abstract

  42. The impact of electrocautery method on post-operative bleeding complications after non-newborn circumcision and revision circumcision. J Pediatr Urol. 2013 Oct; 9(5):634-7. View The impact of electrocautery method on post-operative bleeding complications after non-newborn circumcision and revision circumcision. Abstract

  43. Urodynamic findings in patients with Currarino syndrome. J Urol. 2012 Jun; 187(6):2195-200. View Urodynamic findings in patients with Currarino syndrome. Abstract

  44. Commentary to 'The modern staged repair of classic bladder exstrophy: a detailed postoperative management strategy for primary bladder closure'. J Pediatr Urol. 2012 Oct; 8(5):556. View Commentary to 'The modern staged repair of classic bladder exstrophy: a detailed postoperative management strategy for primary bladder closure'. Abstract

  45. Screening for malignancy after augmentation cystoplasty in children with spina bifida: a decision analysis. J Urol. 2011 Oct; 186(4):1437-43. View Screening for malignancy after augmentation cystoplasty in children with spina bifida: a decision analysis. Abstract

  46. The use of bladder neck reconstruction in bladder exstrophy. Semin Pediatr Surg. 2011 May; 20(2):91-6. View The use of bladder neck reconstruction in bladder exstrophy. Abstract

  47. Bladder neck reconstruction is often necessary after complete primary repair of exstrophy. J Urol. 2011 Jun; 185(6 Suppl):2563-71. View Bladder neck reconstruction is often necessary after complete primary repair of exstrophy. Abstract

  48. Urodynamic abnormalities in toilet trained children with primary vesicoureteral reflux. J Urol. 2011 May; 185(5):1863-8. View Urodynamic abnormalities in toilet trained children with primary vesicoureteral reflux. Abstract

  49. Long-term experience and outcomes of robotic assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty in children and young adults. J Urol. 2011 Apr; 185(4):1455-60. View Long-term experience and outcomes of robotic assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty in children and young adults. Abstract

  50. Editorial comment. J Urol. 2011 Mar; 185(3):1087; author reply 1087. View Editorial comment. Abstract

  51. Editorial comment. J Urol. 2010 Oct; 184(4 Suppl):1797-8. View Editorial comment. Abstract

  52. Risk factors for urinary tract infection after renal transplantation and its impact on graft function in children and young adults. J Urol. 2010 Oct; 184(4):1462-7. View Risk factors for urinary tract infection after renal transplantation and its impact on graft function in children and young adults. Abstract

  53. Management of recurrent urethral strictures after hypospadias repair: is there a role for repeat dilation or endoscopic incision? J Pediatr Urol. 2011 Feb; 7(1):34-8. View Management of recurrent urethral strictures after hypospadias repair: is there a role for repeat dilation or endoscopic incision? Abstract

  54. Biofeedback training for lower urinary tract symptoms: factors affecting efficacy. J Urol. 2009 Oct; 182(4 Suppl):2050-5. View Biofeedback training for lower urinary tract symptoms: factors affecting efficacy. Abstract

  55. Ultrasound versus computerized tomography for evaluating urolithiasis. J Urol. 2009 Oct; 182(4 Suppl):1829-34. View Ultrasound versus computerized tomography for evaluating urolithiasis. Abstract

  56. What is the optimal surgical strategy for bulbous urethral stricture in boys? J Urol. 2009 Oct; 182(4 Suppl):1755-8. View What is the optimal surgical strategy for bulbous urethral stricture in boys? Abstract

  57. Nomograms for predicting annual resolution rate of primary vesicoureteral reflux: results from 2,462 children. J Urol. 2009 Oct; 182(4):1535-41. View Nomograms for predicting annual resolution rate of primary vesicoureteral reflux: results from 2,462 children. Abstract

  58. Stress and coping of parents of young children diagnosed with bladder exstrophy. J Urol. 2009 Mar; 181(3):1312-6; discussion 1317. View Stress and coping of parents of young children diagnosed with bladder exstrophy. Abstract

  59. Robot assisted laparoscopic partial nephrectomy: a viable and safe option in children. J Urol. 2009 Feb; 181(2):823-8; discussion 828-9. View Robot assisted laparoscopic partial nephrectomy: a viable and safe option in children. Abstract

  60. Varicocele surgery: a decade's experience at a children's hospital. BJU Int. 2009 Jul; 104(2):246-9. View Varicocele surgery: a decade's experience at a children's hospital. Abstract

  61. Prospective followup in patients after complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy. J Urol. 2008 Oct; 180(4 Suppl):1665-70; discussion 1670. View Prospective followup in patients after complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy. Abstract

  62. Robot-assisted laparoscopic ureteroureterostomy: description of technique. J Endourol. 2008 Apr; 22(4):581-4, discussion 585. View Robot-assisted laparoscopic ureteroureterostomy: description of technique. Abstract

  63. Concurrent management of bilateral ureteropelvic junction obstruction in children using robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery. Int Braz J Urol. 2008 Mar-Apr; 34(2):198-204; discussion 204-5. View Concurrent management of bilateral ureteropelvic junction obstruction in children using robotic-assisted laparoscopic surgery. Abstract

  64. Minimally invasive surgical approaches to retrovesical structures. Int J Med Robot. 2007 Dec; 3(4):307-11. View Minimally invasive surgical approaches to retrovesical structures. Abstract

  65. Children's Hospital Boston's Center for Bladder Exstrophy Care & Support team live interactive (webcast) discussion on exstrophy of the bladder. 2007.

  66. Relationship of varicocele grade and testicular hypotrophy to semen parameters in adolescents. J Urol. 2007 Oct; 178(4 Pt 2):1584-8. View Relationship of varicocele grade and testicular hypotrophy to semen parameters in adolescents. Abstract

  67. Contemporary outcomes in bladder exstrophy. Curr Opin Urol. 2007 Jul; 17(4):272-80. View Contemporary outcomes in bladder exstrophy. Abstract

  68. Early results of robot assisted laparoscopic lithotomy in adolescents. J Urol. 2007 Jun; 177(6):2306-9; discussion 2309-10. View Early results of robot assisted laparoscopic lithotomy in adolescents. Abstract

  69. Robotic surgery in the pediatric airway: application and safety. Arch Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2007 Jan; 133(1):46-50; discussion 50. View Robotic surgery in the pediatric airway: application and safety. Abstract

  70. The undescended testicle. Mastery of Surgery. (Fischer JE, Editor. Bland KI, Associate editor). 2007; 2:1760-1768.

  71. Complications of hypospadias surgery. Complications of urologic surgery and practice: diagnosis, prevention, and management. (Loughlin KR, editor). 2007; 1:271-282.

  72. Complications of exstrophy and epispadias surgery. Complications of urologic surgery and practice: diagnosis, prevention, and management. (Loughlin KR, editor). 2007; 1:295-302.

  73. Bladder and external urethral sphincter function after prenatal closure of myelomeningocele. J Urol. 2006 Nov; 176(5):2232-6. View Bladder and external urethral sphincter function after prenatal closure of myelomeningocele. Abstract

  74. Robotic surgery for ureteropelvic junction obstruction. Curr Opin Urol. 2006 Jul; 16(4):291-4. View Robotic surgery for ureteropelvic junction obstruction. Abstract

  75. Pediatric robot assisted laparoscopic dismembered pyeloplasty: comparison with a cohort of open surgery. J Urol. 2006 Feb; 175(2):683-7; discussion 687. View Pediatric robot assisted laparoscopic dismembered pyeloplasty: comparison with a cohort of open surgery. Abstract

  76. Renal biopsy in congenital ureteropelvic junction obstruction: evidence for parenchymal maldevelopment. Kidney Int. 2006 Jan; 69(1):137-43. View Renal biopsy in congenital ureteropelvic junction obstruction: evidence for parenchymal maldevelopment. Abstract

  77. Neurogenic bladder dysfunction after sacrococcygeal teratoma resection. J Urol. 2006 Jan; 175(1):292-6; discussion 296. View Neurogenic bladder dysfunction after sacrococcygeal teratoma resection. Abstract

  78. Testicular hypotrophy does not correlate with grade of adolescent varicocele. J Urol. 2005 Dec; 174(6):2367-70, discussion 2370. View Testicular hypotrophy does not correlate with grade of adolescent varicocele. Abstract

  79. Voiding dysfunction: outcome in infants with congenital vesicoureteral reflux [editorial]. Urology. 2005; 66(5):1094.

  80. The failed complete repair of bladder exstrophy: insights and outcomes [editorial]. J Urol. 2005; 174(4 (Part 2 of 2)):1672.

  81. Balanitis xerotica obliterans in boys. J Urol. 2005 Oct; 174(4 Pt 1):1409-12. View Balanitis xerotica obliterans in boys. Abstract

  82. Intermittent testicular torsion: diagnostic features and management outcomes. J Urol. 2005 Oct; 174(4 Pt 2):1532-5; discussion 1535. View Intermittent testicular torsion: diagnostic features and management outcomes. Abstract

  83. Bladder growth and development after complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy in the newborn with comparison to staged approach. J Urol. 2005 Oct; 174(4 Pt 2):1553-7; discussion 1557-8. View Bladder growth and development after complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy in the newborn with comparison to staged approach. Abstract

  84. Magnetic resonance imaging of pelvic musculoskeletal and genitourinary anatomy in patients before and after complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy. J Urol. 2005 Oct; 174(4 Pt 2):1559-66; discussion 1566. View Magnetic resonance imaging of pelvic musculoskeletal and genitourinary anatomy in patients before and after complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy. Abstract

  85. Early outcome following complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy in the newborn. J Urol. 2005 Oct; 174(4 Pt 2):1674-8; discussion 1678-9. View Early outcome following complete primary repair of bladder exstrophy in the newborn. Abstract

  86. Pediatric retroperitoneal laparoscopic partial nephrectomy: comparison with an age matched cohort of open surgery. J Urol. 2005 Aug; 174(2):708-11; discussion 712. View Pediatric retroperitoneal laparoscopic partial nephrectomy: comparison with an age matched cohort of open surgery. Abstract

  87. Is adolescent varicocele a progressive disease process? J Urol. 2004 Oct; 172(4 Pt 2):1746-8; discussion 1748. View Is adolescent varicocele a progressive disease process? Abstract

  88. Current management of bladder exstrophy. Curr Urol Rep. 2004 Apr; 5(2):137-41. View Current management of bladder exstrophy. Abstract

  89. Bladder function. Male external genitalia. Female genital tract. Ambiguous genitalia. Principles of Pediatric Surgery. Borer JG, associate editor. O’Neill JA, Jr, Grosfeld JL, Fonkalsrud EW, Coran AG, Caldamone AA, editors. 2004.

  90. Fibroepithelial polyps causing ureteropelvic junction obstruction in children. J Urol. 2003 May; 169(5):1834-6. View Fibroepithelial polyps causing ureteropelvic junction obstruction in children. Abstract

  91. Neonatal scrotal haematoma: mimicker of neonatal testicular torsion. BJU Int. 2003 May; 91(7):675-7. View Neonatal scrotal haematoma: mimicker of neonatal testicular torsion. Abstract

  92. A nuclear form of the heparin-binding epidermal growth factor-like growth factor precursor is a feature of aggressive transitional cell carcinoma. Cancer Res. 2003 Jan 15; 63(2):484-90. View A nuclear form of the heparin-binding epidermal growth factor-like growth factor precursor is a feature of aggressive transitional cell carcinoma. Abstract

  93. Tubularized incised plate urethroplasty for repair of proximal hypospadias. Atlas Urol Clin. 2003; 11:7-15.

  94. Vesicoureteral reflux. Atlas of clinical urology. Poppas D, Retik AB, Vaughan ED Jr, Perlmutter A, editors. 2003; IV:23-36.

  95. Multicystic dysplastic kidney. Manual of Neonatal Surgical Intensive Care. Hansen AR, Puder M, editors. 2003; 334-341.

  96. Rate and predictors of spontaneous resolution of prenatally diagnosed primary nonrefluxing megaureter. J Urol. 2002 Nov; 168(5):2177-80; discussion 2180. View Rate and predictors of spontaneous resolution of prenatally diagnosed primary nonrefluxing megaureter. Abstract

  97. The outcome of voiding dysfunction managed with clean intermittent catheterization in neurologically and anatomically normal children. BJU Int. 2002 Jun; 89(9):923-7. View The outcome of voiding dysfunction managed with clean intermittent catheterization in neurologically and anatomically normal children. Abstract

  98. Testicular volume: comparison of orchidometer and US measurements in dogs. Radiology. 2002 Jan; 222(1):114-9. View Testicular volume: comparison of orchidometer and US measurements in dogs. Abstract

  99. Hypospadias. Campbell's Urology. Walsh PC, Retik AB, Vaughan ED Jr, Wein AJ, editors. 2002; 3:2284-2333.

  100. Reoperative surgery for hypospadias with tubularized incised plate urethroplasty. Reoperative hypospadias: a spectrum of challenges. Diologues in Pediatric Urology. Snodgrass WT, guest editor. 2002; 2-4.

  101. Tubularized incised plate urethroplasty: expanded use in primary and repeat surgery for hypospadias. J Urol. 2001 Feb; 165(2):581-5. View Tubularized incised plate urethroplasty: expanded use in primary and repeat surgery for hypospadias. Abstract

  102. Trauma to the genitourinary system. Posterior urethral valves. Hypospadias. Voiding dysfunction. Available from the Center for General Pediatric Urology page http://www.childrenshospital.org/. 2001.

  103. Pediatric urology: vesicoureteral reflux and megaureter. Objectives for Urology Residency Education. American Urological Association. 2001.

  104. Improving outcome in pediatric bladder replacement surgery. Contemporary Urology. 2001; 13:75-91.

  105. Management of distal hypospadias. Campbell's Urology Update #4. Walsh PC, Retik AB, Vaughan ED Jr, Wein AJ, editors. 2001.

  106. 99m Technetium dimercapto-succinic acid renal scintigraphy abnormalities in infants with sterile high grade vesicoureteral reflux. J Urol. 2000 Nov; 164(5):1674-8; discussion 1678-9. View 99m Technetium dimercapto-succinic acid renal scintigraphy abnormalities in infants with sterile high grade vesicoureteral reflux. Abstract

  107. The spectrum of Sertoli cell tumors in children. Urol Clin North Am. 2000 Aug; 27(3):529-41. View The spectrum of Sertoli cell tumors in children. Abstract

  108. Ketorolac suppresses postoperative bladder spasms after pediatric ureteral reimplantation. Anesth Analg. 2000 Jul; 91(1):11-5. View Ketorolac suppresses postoperative bladder spasms after pediatric ureteral reimplantation. Abstract

  109. Pediatric retroperitoneoscopic nephrectomy. J Endourol. 2000 Jun; 14(5):413-6; discussion 417. View Pediatric retroperitoneoscopic nephrectomy. Abstract

  110. Penile reconstruction: current status. Dialogues in pediatric urology. Borer JG, guest editor. 2000; 1-8.

  111. Ureteral reimplantation. Operative urology: surgical skills. Krane RJ, Siroky MB, Fitzpatrick JM, editors. 2000; 99-106.

  112. Endoscopic retroperitoneal nephrectomy. Pediatr Endosurg Innovat Tech. 2000; 4:229-236.

  113. Primäre hypospadie-versorgung und rezidiv-hypospadie-korrektur nach der Snodgrass-technik. [Primary and reoperative hypospadias repair with the Snodgrass technique.]. Aktuel Urol. 2000; 31:174-180.

  114. Amphiregulin Is Coordinately Expressed with Heparin-Binding Epidermal Growth Factor-Like Growth Factor in the Interstitial Smooth Muscle of the Human Prostate1. Endocrinology. 1999 Dec 01; 140(12):5866-5875. View Amphiregulin Is Coordinately Expressed with Heparin-Binding Epidermal Growth Factor-Like Growth Factor in the Interstitial Smooth Muscle of the Human Prostate1. Abstract

  115. Amphiregulin is coordinately expressed with heparin-binding epidermal growth factor-like growth factor in the interstitial smooth muscle of the human prostate. Endocrinology. 1999 Dec; 140(12):5866-75. View Amphiregulin is coordinately expressed with heparin-binding epidermal growth factor-like growth factor in the interstitial smooth muscle of the human prostate. Abstract

  116. Pediatric retroperitoneoscopic nephrectomy using 2 mm. instrumentation. J Urol. 1999 Nov; 162(5):1725-9; discussion 1730. View Pediatric retroperitoneoscopic nephrectomy using 2 mm. instrumentation. Abstract

  117. Heparin-binding EGF-like growth factor expression increases selectively in bladder smooth muscle in response to lower urinary tract obstruction. Lab Invest. 1999 Nov; 79(11):1335-45. View Heparin-binding EGF-like growth factor expression increases selectively in bladder smooth muscle in response to lower urinary tract obstruction. Abstract

  118. Current trends in hypospadias repair. Urol Clin North Am. 1999 Feb; 26(1):15-37, vii. View Current trends in hypospadias repair. Abstract

  119. Renal findings on radiological followup of patients with Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome. J Urol. 1999 Jan; 161(1):235-9. View Renal findings on radiological followup of patients with Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome. Abstract

  120. Prone retroperitoneoscopic nephrectomy and retroperitoneal surgery [videocassette]. 1999.

  121. Disorders of the bladder and urethra. Burg FD, Ingelfinger JR, Wald ER, Polin RA, editors. Gellis & Kagan’s Current Pediatric Therapy. 1999; 843-849.

  122. Stretch activates heparin-binding EGF-like growth factor expression in bladder smooth muscle cells. Am J Physiol. 1998 11; 275(5):C1247-54. View Stretch activates heparin-binding EGF-like growth factor expression in bladder smooth muscle cells. Abstract

  123. Large-cell calcifying Sertoli cell tumor of the testis: case report and review of the literature. Urology. 1998 Sep; 52(3):520-2; discussion 522-3. View Large-cell calcifying Sertoli cell tumor of the testis: case report and review of the literature. Abstract

  124. A single-system ectopic ureter draining an ectopic dysplastic kidney: delayed diagnosis in the young female with continuous urinary incontinence. Br J Urol. 1998 Mar; 81(3):474-8. View A single-system ectopic ureter draining an ectopic dysplastic kidney: delayed diagnosis in the young female with continuous urinary incontinence. Abstract

  125. Age specific prostate specific antigen reference ranges: population specific. J Urol. 1998 Feb; 159(2):444-8. View Age specific prostate specific antigen reference ranges: population specific. Abstract

  126. Primary and reoperative hypospadias repair with the Snodgrass technique. World J Urol. 1998; 16(3):186-91. View Primary and reoperative hypospadias repair with the Snodgrass technique. Abstract

  127. Management of posterior urethral valves on the basis of urodynamic findings. J Urol. 1997 Sep; 158(3 Pt 2):1011-6. View Management of posterior urethral valves on the basis of urodynamic findings. Abstract

  128. Management of vesicoureteral reflux. Campbell's Urology Update #23. Walsh PC, Retik AB, Vaughan ED Jr, Wein AJ, editors. 1997.

  129. Circumcision: successful glanular reconstruction and survival following traumatic amputation. J Urol. 1996 Aug; 156(2 Pt 2):842-4. View Circumcision: successful glanular reconstruction and survival following traumatic amputation. Abstract

  130. Applied stapling technique in radical retropubic prostatectomy: efficient, effective and efficacious. J Urol. 1996 Mar; 155(3):1008-10. View Applied stapling technique in radical retropubic prostatectomy: efficient, effective and efficacious. Abstract

  131. Mixed gonadal dysgenesis and dysgenetic male pseudohermaphroditism. J Urol. 1995 Apr; 153(4):1267-73. View Mixed gonadal dysgenesis and dysgenetic male pseudohermaphroditism. Abstract

  132. Unilateral multicystic dysplasia in 1 component of a horseshoe kidney: case reports and review of the literature. J Urol. 1994 Nov; 152(5 Pt 1):1568-71. View Unilateral multicystic dysplasia in 1 component of a horseshoe kidney: case reports and review of the literature. Abstract

  133. Unilateral single vaginal ectopic ureter with ipsilateral hypoplastic pelvic kidney and bicornuate uterus. J Urol. 1993 May; 149(5):1124-7. View Unilateral single vaginal ectopic ureter with ipsilateral hypoplastic pelvic kidney and bicornuate uterus. Abstract

  134. Relationship between determinants of oxygen delivery and respiratory abnormalities in preterm infants with anemia. J Pediatr. 1992 Feb; 120(2 Pt 1):292-6. View Relationship between determinants of oxygen delivery and respiratory abnormalities in preterm infants with anemia. Abstract

Male | Education

Undergraduate School

Pre-Med

University of Notre Dame

1971, Notre Dame, IN

Medical School

Jefferson Medical College

1975, Philadelphia, PA

Residency

Pediatrics

Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

1978, Philadelphia, PA

Fellowship

Biochemical Genetics; Pediatric Endocrinology

Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

1981, Philadelphia, PA

Male | Publications

Male | Education

Undergraduate School

Northwestern University

Evanston, IL

Medical School

Drexel University College of Medicine

Philadelphia, PA

Residency

Massachusetts General Hospital

Boston, MA

Fellowship

Massachusetts General Hospital

Boston, MA

Male | Publications

Male | Education

Undergraduate School

Harvard College

1992, Cambridge, MA

Medical School

Harvard Medical School

1997, Boston, MA

Internship

General Surgery

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center

1998, Boston, MA

Residency

Orthopedic Surgery

Harvard Combined Orthopedic Residency Program

2002, Boston, MA

Fellowship

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

Boston Children's Hospital

2003, Boston, MA

Fellowship

Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

Brigham and Women's Hospital

2004, Boston, MA

Male | Publications

Male | Education

Medical School

University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey

1991, Newark, NJ

Residency

Children’s Hospital of New Jersey

1993, Newark, NJ

Residency

University of Vermont, Medical Center Hospital of Vermont

1994, Burlington, VT

Male | Education

Undergraduate School

Stanford University

2001, Stanford, CA

Medical School

Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons

2005, New York, NY

Residency

Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital of New York at Columbia University Medical Center

2009, New York, NY

Graduate School

Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

2011, Cambridge, MA

Fellowship

Boston Children's Hospital

2012, Boston, MA

Male | Education

Medical School

Stanford University School of Medicine

1980, Stanford, CA

Internship

Boston Children's Hospital

1981, Boston, MA

Residency

Boston Children's Hospital

1983, Boston, MA

Residency

Anesthesia

Massachusetts General Hospital

1985, Boston, MA

Fellowship

Pediatric Anesthesia

Boston Children's Hospital

1985, Boston, MA

Male | Publications

Male | Education

Undergraduate School

BS, Biology

Appalachian State University

1992, Boone, NC

Medical School

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine

1998, Chapel Hill, NC

Residency

General Surgery

Hospitals of the University Health Center of Pittsburgh

2003, Pittsburgh, PA

Fellowship

Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery

Hospitals of the University Health Center of Pittsburgh

2006, Pittsburgh, PA

Fellowship

Congenital Cardiothoracic Surgery

Boston Children's Hospital

2006, Boston, MA

Male | Publications

Male | Education

Undergraduate School

University of Massachusetts at Amherst

1973, Amherst, MA

Medical School

Tufts Medical School

1979, Boston, MA

Internship

Children's Hospital San Francisco

1980, San Francisco, CA

Residency

Children's Hospital of San Francisco

1983, San Francisco, CA

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