Dr. Lopa K. Pandya, MD, MS, FACOG | Source | Medical Advisor at Aeroflow Urology
Dr. Lopa K. Pandya, MD, MS, FACOG
Dr. Lopa Pandya is a reconstructive Pelvic Surgeon in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at UI Health. Dr. Pandya completed a fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery and specializes in treating various pelvic floor disorders, urinary issues, and pelvic organ prolapse. Her clinical interests include minimally invasive surgery, robotic surgery, surgical outcomes, and finding ways to improve patients' quality of life. She is the Vice Chair of the Public Education Committee for the American Urogynecologic Society as well as Director of Gynecologic Simulation in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology . She has published multiple articles in the field of urogynecology and pelvic reconstructive surgery.
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Best Practices to Prevent a UTI, According to Doctors and Ob-Gyns
MDs and ob-gyns explain how to prevent a UTI.
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Understanding Urinary Incontinence: Expert Insights and Solutions
Dr. Pandya identifies three main types: Stress, Urge, and Mixed incontinence. Causes range from genitourinary to non-genitourinary factors. While incontinence doesn't directly cause UTIs, related factors can increase risk. "There are numerous highly effective treatment options," Dr. Pandya notes, including surgical and non-surgical solutions. For more information, visit Aeroflow Urology.
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Some studies suggest that cranberry juice or cranberry supplements may prevent recurrent UTIs by preventing bacteria from sticking to the bladder wall. While the evidence isn't strong enough to call cranberry supplements a bonafide UTI treatment, they certainly can't hurt to prevent UTIs.
