Pediatric Urology
The Division of Urology at Lurie Children’s, ranked 6th in the nation by U.S.News & World Report, is the largest pediatric urology department in the region with more than 17,000 pediatric visits each year for both common and complex conditions. Our doctors can see your child for any urologic condition, from urinary tract infections and bedwetting to bladder reconstruction.
Nationally-Ranked Care
Lurie Children’s is ranked 6th in the nation for pediatric urology by U.S.News & World Report
Conditions We Treat
There are many problems that may affect a child's urinary tract and genitalia that require professional clinical care.
- Bladder Exstrophy
- Bladder Stones (Calculi)
- Buried (Concealed, Hidden) Penis
- Chordee
- Cloacal Anomalies
- Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
- Constipation
- Differences of Sex Development
- Duplicated Collecting System (Also Duplicated Kidney)
- Dysfunctional Voiding
- Ectopic Ureter
- Enuresis (Nighttime Wetting)
- Epididymitis/Orchitis
- Epispadias
- Hematuria
- Hernias
- Hydrocele
- Hypospadias
- Kidney Stones
- Labial Adhesions
- Meatal Stenosis
- Megameatus
- Megaureter
- Micropenis
- Multicystic Dysplastic Kidney (MCDK)
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Penile Skin Bridge - Penile Adhesions
- Posterior Urethral Valves
- Prune Belly Syndrome
- Retractile Testes
- Rhabdomyosarcoma
- Spermatocele (Epididymal Cyst)
- Spina Bifida
- Testicular Torsion
- Testicular Tumors - Testicular Cancer
- Undescended Testes (Testicles; also Cryptorchidism)
- Ureteral Duplication
- Ureterocele
- Ureteropelvic Junction (UPJ) Obstruction
- Urethral Prolapse
- Urinary Frequency & Urgency
- Urinary Tract Infections
- Urogenital Sinus
- Vaginal Agenesis
- Varicoceles
- Vesicoureteral Reflux
- Webbed Penis
Our Programs
We understand that kids are not just small adults, so we make sure that our clinics and programs address the medical, behavioral and emotional concerns of children and their families. Our pediatric urolology programs are customized to children and their specific needs.
- Bladder and Cloacal Exstrophy Program
- Bladder Function Improvement Training (BFIT) Program
- Circumcision
- Collaborative Advanced Reconstructive Evaluation (CARE) Clinic
- Fertility & Hormone Preservation & Restoration Program
- Fluorescence-Guided Surgery Program
- Kidney Transplant Program
- Minimally Invasive Urology Surgery
- Multidisciplinary Valves Program
- Pediatric Surgical Oncology Program
- Reconstructive Urology
- Robotic Surgery Program
- Spina Bifida Center
- Vascular Lesion Center
Tests & Treatments
Specialists
Our board-certified physicians are internationally known in the field for their clinical expertise and cutting-edge research. Our nurse practitioners have completed advanced training in pediatrics focusing on urology patients. The entire staff is dedicated to caring for infants, children and teens.
We perform thousands of procedures every year. Our surgical outcomes are among the best in the country. If your child needs an operation, many of our doctors are experts in minimally invasive surgery, including robotic surgery (da Vinci® robot-assisted system). Patients benefit from our collaboration, combined knowledge and experienced team members. Our urologists meet weekly to review upcoming surgeries, discuss plans and share ideas.
Earl Y. Cheng, MD
Attending Physician, Urology; Co-Head, Reconstructive Pediatric Urology
Diana K. Bowen, MD
Attending Physician, Urology
David I. Chu, MD, MSCE
Attending Physician, Urology
Edward M. Gong, MD
Attending Physician, Urology; Co-Director, Fetal Urology, The Chicago Institute for Fetal Health
Emilie K. Johnson, MD, MPH, FACS
Attending Physician, Urology
Bruce W. Lindgren, MD
Director of Minimally Invasive Urological Surgery; Attending Physician, Urology
Dennis B. Liu, MD, FACS
Director of Resident Education, Urology; Director of Medical Student Education, Urology; Clinical Practice Director, Urology
Derek J. Matoka, MD
Attending Physician, Urology
James T. Rague, MD
Attending Physician, Urology
Catherine M. Seager, MD
Attending Physician, Urology
Elizabeth B. Yerkes, MD
Interim Division Head, Urology; Director of Neuro-urology; Co-Director of Reconstructive Pediatric Urology; Myles Michelon Endowed Chair in Urology
Anna L. Dickson, MSN, APRN-NP, CPNP-PC
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Urology
Lynn Freedman, MSN, MPH, APRN-NP, CPNP
Advanced Practice Provider, Urology
Camille S. Hardy, MS, MPAS, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Urology
Caroline R. Heuer, APRN, FNP-BC
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Urology
Rina Patel, MS, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Urology
Reumah Ravoori, MMS, PA-C
Physician Assistant, Urology
Allison R. Sherling, APRN-NP, CPNP-PC
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, Urology
John T. B. Houston, MD
Member, Children's Community Physicians Association
Make an Appointment
We offer easy online scheduling for your child's urologic needs.
Research
The Division of Urology is involved in both basic science and clinical research. Examples of research studies, funded internally and by grant monies, include research on robotic urological surgery, prenatal hydronephrosis, outcomes of hypospadias repair, vesicoureteral reflux, spina bifida, bladder tissue engineering and pathologic bladder degeneration.
Our Locations
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
225 E. Chicago Ave.
Chicago, Illinois 60611
312.227.4000
Lurie Children's Hospital Outpatient Center in Lincoln Park
2515 N. Clark Street/467 W. Deming Place
Chicago, Illinois 60614-3393
1.800.543.7362
Lurie Children's at Northwestern Medicine Central DuPage Hospital Pediatric Outpatient Center
25 N. Winfield Road
East Entrance
Winfield, Illinois 60190
630.933.6631
Lurie Children's Hospital Outpatient Center in New Lenox
1870 N. Silver Cross Blvd. (formerly Clinton Street)
Suite 100
New Lenox, Illinois 60451
312.227.3620
Lurie Children's Hospital Outpatient Center in Northbrook
1131 Techny Road
Northbrook, Illinois 60062
312.227.7600
Lurie Children's Hospital Outpatient Center in Westchester
Surgical Treatment Center
2301 Enterprise Drive
Westchester, Illinois 60154
312.227.7900
Lurie Children's Hospital Outpatient Center in Grayslake
1475 E. Belvidere Rd. (Rte. 120)
Suite 285, Pavilion C
Grayslake, Illinois 60030-2012
312.227.2220
Lurie Children’s Hospital Outpatient Center in Skokie
3722 W. Touhy Avenue
Skokie, Illinois 60076
312.227.5600
Lurie Children’s Hospital Outpatient Center in Schaumburg
1895 Arbor Glen Boulevard
Schaumburg, Illinois 60195
1.800.543.7362
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Understanding Bedwetting in Kids
Bedwetting is a common issue, affecting millions of children. Learn about causes, how to help your child stay dry at night and when to talk to a healthcare provider.
Leading-Edge Spina Bifida Care
In this episode, leaders from the multidisciplinary Spina Bifida Center at Lurie Children's discuss their innovative approaches to spina bifida care in the areas of fetal surgery, neurosurgery, orthopedics and urology. Learn about the latest advancements from the center, including a new orthopedic classification system that’s shaping the future of spina bifida treatment.
Training & Education
Lurie Children’s Division of Urology fellowship program through Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine provides a comprehensive training experience for board-certified physicians seeking subspecialty certification in pediatric urology. The fellowship is two years long. Each year is dedicated to a specific area of training. Both years include dedicated time with faculty to develop the fellow's skills in each area.
Philanthropy
Private contributions help support exciting new research discoveries that may improve outcomes and quality of life for children with bladder dysfunction. Private giving funds this research and division leaders’ resources, which allows them to pursue patient research.
Your support is vital in helping us continue to make a difference in the lives of patients and families. Lurie Children’s relies on philanthropic funding to enhance its programs, services and research for children. To learn more, please e-mail the Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Foundation at foundation@luriechildrens.org or call 312.227.7500.