Vasectomy is one of the most commonly performed procedures in the United States, with approximately half a million men undergoing vasectomy annually. A recent study by Dr.’s Kavoussi, Machen, and Bird examined the demographics of men undergoing vasectomy in an urban versus a rural setting. …
Dr. Kavoussi is named a recipient of outstanding journal reviewer award
Dr. Parviz Kavoussi is a critical medical journal reviewer who feels very strongly about the importance of strong scientific articles with good methodology being published in scientific journals. Because of this, he dedicates a great deal of time performing the service of reviewing scientific articles …
Dr. Kavoussi is selected as an abstract reviewer for the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons’ meeting
An annual scientific meeting is held by the Society of Laparoendoscopic Surgoens, which happens in New Orleans this year. Dr. Kavoussi is a well known leader in robot assisted microsurgical vasectomy reversal, and with his expertise in robotic microsurgery, he has been selected to be …
Study published on targeted microsurgical spermatic cord denervation for men with chronic testicular pain
Chronic testicular pain is one of the most common complaints seen in the urologist’s office, and it continues to be a challenging entity to identify and treat. Conservative therapy is first-line treatment; however, when conservative treatment fails, surgical intervention may be indicated. Microsurgical spermatic cord …
The Journal of Robotic Surgery publishes Dr. Kavoussi’s study on learning curve for robotic vasectomy reversal
Dr. Kavoussi’s research on the learning curve for robot assisted microsurgical vasectomy reversal was published in the Journal of Robotic Surgery. Dr. Kavoussi states, “The first thing that must be demonstrated when a new technology is applied to a surgical procedure is safety and effectiveness. …
Dr. Kavoussi publishes research showing Ibuprofen does not impact men’s semen parameters in an adverse manner.
Vasectomy reversal is the first step towards pregnancy, however there are factors to consider after the vasectomy reversal has successfully been completed. Data is showing that men in the US are becoming less fertile as a population over time. It is important to evaluate why, …
Fertility and Sterility journal invites Dr. Kavoussi to comment on robot assisted vasectomy reversal
Dr. Kavoussi is world renowned as one of the premier microsurgeons performing robot assisted microsurgical vasectomy reversal. Dr. Kavoussi was selected to comment on the advantages of robot assisted microsurgical vasectomy reversal over the traditional microsurgical vasectomy reversal technique. Dr. Kavoussi states, “why not take …
The 2018 Kavoussi Family Outstanding Teacher Award received by Dr. Suheil Muasher
The Kavoussi Family Outstanding Teacher Award is awarded to an individual who exemplifies the highest qualities of a teacher in the field of reproductive medicine annually at the American Society for Reproductive Medicine annual scientific conference. Dr. Suheil Muasher, professor of reproductive endocrinology and infertility …
Research on vasectomy in urban versus rural areas presented at American Society for Reproductive Medicine Conference
Research out of Austin Center for Vasectomy and Vasectomy Reversal was presented at the 2018 American Society for Reproductive Medicine annual conference. This study assessed the trends in vasectomy patients in urban versus rural populations and found that men in an urban setting opt for …
Vasectomy without metal clips
There have been many different methods that have been used to occlude the vas deferens during vasectomy to try to make it as effective as a permanent sterilization as possible. Although there is no form of contraception that is exactly 100% for everyone forever, vasectomy …