Pediatric Urology
From circumcisions to UPJ obstruction treatment, we offer expert care and advanced procedures for kidney, bladder, urinary tract, and reproductive conditions.
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Specialized Pediatric Urology Services
Bassett Healthcare Network provides specialized pediatric urology services for children from birth through age 21, helping families throughout Central New York access advanced diagnosis, treatment, and surgery right in their own region.
Our pediatric urology team treats conditions affecting the kidneys, bladder, urinary tract, and reproductive organs, including hydronephrosis, recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), hypospadias, UPJ obstructions, and more.
Circumcisions & Circumcision Revisions
Parents looking for circumcision services can receive specialized care from a fellowship-trained pediatric urologist. Many circumcisions and circumcision revisions are performed in-office as outpatient procedures, allowing children to return home the same day.
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Why Families Choose Bassett for Pediatric Urology
Specialized Pediatric Expertise
Care from a fellowship-trained, board-certified pediatric urologist.
Advanced Surgical Care
Including robotic-assisted surgery for certain kidney and urinary tract conditions.
Family-Centered Treatment
Compassionate care tailored to your child’s age, condition, and developmental needs.
Choose a Doctor with Specialized Training in Pediatric Urology
Adam Howe, MD, FAAP is a fellowship-trained and board-certified pediatric urologist, and offers his services at our Cooperstown, Oneonta, and Herkimer locations.
Meet Dr. Adam Howe
Fellowship-Trained and Board-Certified Pediatric Urologist
“As a pediatric urologist, my goal is to help children receive the specialized care they need in a comfortable, supportive environment. I work closely with families to offer compassionate support, provide clear answers, and develop personalized treatment plans that help children achieve the best possible outcomes.”
Schedule an Appointment with Dr. Howe: (607) 547-3400Learn More About Dr. Howe
Dr. Adam Howe is a pediatric urologist with extensive training and experience in the full spectrum of urological disorders. His warm approach and passion for quality patient care sets him apart.
In his free time, he likes to spend time outdoors, relax with his family and cats, and is an avid basketball and NY Knicks fan.
Bringing Specialized Pediatric Urology Care to Our Region
Bassett pediatric urology sees patients with a variety of urology conditions and symptoms, including:
- Bladder infections (cystitis)
- Blood in the urine
- Chronic bed wetting
- Hydroceles
- Hydronephrosis
- Hypospadias
- Labial & penile anomalies
- Recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs)
- Undescended testicles
- Ureteral Reflux
- Congenital abnormalities of the kidney, bladder, and urogenital tract
The Most Common & Advanced Conditions We Treat
Blood in the Urine (Hematuria)
Seeing blood in your child’s urine can be alarming. Causes may include urinary tract infections, kidney stones, structural abnormalities, exercise-related irritation, or other urinary tract conditions.
Ureteral Reflux
Vesicoureteral reflux (VUR), sometimes called urinary or ureteral reflux, occurs when urine flows backward from the bladder toward the kidneys. Left untreated, it can increase the risk of kidney infections and kidney damage.
Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Repeated urinary tract infections can affect a child’s comfort and long-term urinary health. Common causes include bladder dysfunction, constipation, urinary reflux, and structural abnormalities of the urinary tract.
Hydronephrosis
Hydronephrosis occurs when urine cannot drain properly from the kidney, causing swelling. It is one of the most common conditions evaluated by pediatric urologists and may be discovered before birth during a prenatal ultrasound or later in childhood.
Advanced Pediatric Urology Procedures
Our pediatric urology team offers specialized procedures that previously required many families to travel significant distances outside the region.
The procedures we perform include:
- Bladder augmentation
- Circumcisions and circumcision revisions
- Genitourinary reconstructive surgeries
- Hypospadias repair
- Pediatric inguinal hernia repairs
- Penile reconstruction
- Prenatal consultations for urologic disorders
- Robotic surgery for kidney anomalies
- UPJ obstruction treatment (pyeloplasty)
- Urachal cyst excision
- Ureteral reimplantation
- Ureteral stent insertion / exchange / removal
In-Office Circumcisions & Circumcision Revisions
Circumcision is one of the most commonly performed pediatric urology procedures. Whether you are considering circumcision for a newborn or seeking care for an older child, our pediatric urology team provides expert evaluation and treatment tailored to your child's needs.
Other Common & Advanced Procedures We Offer
Robotic Surgery for Kidney Anomalies
For select conditions, robotic-assisted surgery offers a minimally invasive approach that may result in smaller incisions, reduced discomfort, and faster recovery.
UPJ Obstruction Treatment
A ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction blocks the flow of urine from the kidney into the ureter. Treatment often involves pyeloplasty, a surgical procedure that restores normal urine drainage and protects kidney function.
Hypospadias Repair
Hypospadias repair corrects a condition where the urinary opening develops on the underside of the penis rather than at the tip. Surgery is performed under general anesthesia and is designed to improve urinary function and normal development.
Ureteral Reimplantation
Ureteral reimplantation is a surgical procedure used to correct urinary reflux and certain urinary tract abnormalities. The procedure helps prevent urine from flowing backward toward the kidneys and reduces the risk of recurrent infections.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Pediatric Urology
Pediatric urology is a surgical subspecialty focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing disorders of the urinary tract and genital organs in infants, children, and adolescents.
It addresses both congenital conditions (present at birth) and issues that develop later in childhood.
A pediatric urologist is a specialized surgeon who diagnoses, treats, and manages disorders of the urinary tract (kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra) and genital organs in infants, children, and adolescents.
Bed wetting is common in children and is often related to delayed bladder development, constipation, stress, genetics, or sleep patterns.
In some cases, it may be associated with an underlying urinary condition that should be evaluated by a pediatric urologist.
Symptoms of a UTI in children may include painful urination, frequent urination, fever, abdominal pain, back pain, foul-smelling urine, or blood in the urine.
Infants may have more subtle symptoms, such as irritability or poor feeding.
Recurrent UTIs in children are often caused by everyday habits, anatomical differences, or underlying urinary tract issues.
The most common reasons include constipation, holding urine, improper wiping, anatomical issues, and irritants.
Blood in the urine (hematuria) can be caused by urinary tract infections, kidney stones, vigorous exercise, injury, high levels of calcium in the urine, or structural abnormalities of the urinary tract. A pediatric urologist can help determine the underlying cause.
Hydronephrosis is swelling of the kidney caused by a buildup of urine. It may occur before birth or develop later in childhood due to a blockage or urinary reflux.
Vesicoureteral reflux (also known as urinary or ureteral reflux) occurs when urine flows backward from the bladder toward the kidneys. The condition can increase the risk of urinary tract infections and kidney damage if left untreated.
Yes, bladder problems in children are highly treatable and often fully manageable. Treatment plans are usually tailored to the specific type of dysfunction and often start without surgery.
A ureteropelvic junction (UPJ) obstruction is a blockage where the kidney connects to the ureter. The blockage prevents urine from draining properly and can lead to hydronephrosis (kidney swelling), pain, infections, and kidney damage if left untreated.
Yes; key health benefits to circumcisions include lower risk of STIs, reduced UTIs, prevention of penile conditions, lower cancer risk, and better hygiene.
While these benefits are well documented, circumcision is a surgical procedure that carries minor risks, such as bleeding, irritation, or infection.
You should take your child to a pediatric urologist if they experience recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), persistent bed wetting beyond age 5 or 6, or have congenital conditions involving the kidneys, bladder, or genitalia.
Referral requirements vary by insurance plan. Our team can help determine whether a referral is needed before scheduling an appointment.
Get Specialized Pediatric Urology Care in Central New York
Whether your child needs a specialized procedure such as a circumcision, UPJ obstruction treatment, or robotic surgery for kidney abnormalities, or you'd like to get an evaluation for hydronephrosis, recurrent UTIs, or another pediatric urologic condition, our team is here to help.
Call (607) 547-3400 to schedule an appointment.
Bassett Healthcare Network offers pediatric urology services at our locations in Cooperstown, Oneonta, and Herkimer.
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Bassett Medical Center
1 Atwell Road - Cooperstown, NY 13326-1394
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321 East Albany Street - Herkimer, NY 13350
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