Pediatric Urology
The Division of Urology at Lurie Children’s, ranked 12th 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 12th 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.
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.
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
Division Head, Urology; Co-Head, Reconstructive Pediatric Urology; Founders’ Board Chair in Urology; President, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
Diana K. Bowen, MD
Attending Physician, Urology; Member, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
David I. Chu, MD, MSCE
Attending Physician, Urology; Member, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
Edward M. Gong, MD
Attending Physician, Urology; Co-Director, Fetal Urology, The Chicago Institute for Fetal Health; Member, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
Kavita S. Hodgkins, MD
Attending Physician, Nephrology (Kidney Diseases), Urology
Emilie K. Johnson, MD, MPH, FACS
Attending Physician, Urology; Member, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
Bruce W. Lindgren, MD
Director of Minimally Invasive Urological Surgery; Attending Physician, Urology; Member, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
Dennis B. Liu, MD, FACS
Director of Resident Education, Urology; Director of Medical Student Education, Urology; Clinical Practice Director, Urology; Member, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
Max Maizels, MD
Attending Physician, Urology; Member, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
Derek J. Matoka, MD
Attending Physician, Urology; Member, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
James T. Rague, MD
Attending Physician, Urology; Member, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
Catherine M. Seager, MD
Attending Physician, Urology; Member, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
Elizabeth B. Yerkes, MD
Attending Physician, Urology; Director of Neuro-urology; Co-Director of Reconstructive Pediatric Urology; Myles Michelon Endowed Chair in Urology; Member, Lurie Children's Surgical Foundation
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
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
Kerry Zebold, APRN, MSN, CPNP
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.
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 Arlington Heights
Busse Center for Specialty Medicine
880 W. Central Rd, Ste 6400
Arlington Heights, Illinois 60005
312.227.5410
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
Outpatient Services in Hoffman Estates
Doctor's Building One, Suite 425
1555 Barrington Road
Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60194
1.800.543.7362
Urology News & Stories
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.
The Benefits of Choosing Surgery at Lurie Children’s with Earl Cheng, MD
Earl Cheng, MD, explains the benefits of seeking out highly trained pediatric surgeons and specialized providers, like those at Lurie Children's.
Leading The Way in Treating and Managing Posterior Urethral Valves (PUV)
Lurie Children's urologist Dr. Ed Gong and kidney specialist Dr. Kavita Hodgkins talk with us today about best practices in treating this rare and serious condition.
Common Questions About Urinary Tract Infections in Children
Lurie Children's nationally-ranked urology specialists answer common questions about urinary tract infections (UTIs) in children.
Lurie Children’s Specialists Make Urology Testing More Comfortable for Kids
When children with bladder abnormalities or frequent urinary tract infections undergo testing, they have access to an efficient and comfortable experience.
Former Lurie Children’s urology patient now advancing urological medicine so ‘kids can be kids’
Becca underwent several surgeries as a child at Lurie Children's. Today, she is a volunteer researcher committed to advancing treatment for urological disorders in children.
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.
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.