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Dr. Catherine Chen, MD
Urology, Pediatric Urology
- Name
- Dr. Catherine Chen, MD
- Specialty
- Urology, Pediatric Urology
- Location
- Loma Linda, CA
- Rating
- 3.3 / 5 (23 Google reviews)
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About Dr. Chen
Dr. Catherine Chen, MD is a board-certified urologist specializing in pediatric urology at Loma Linda, California. She brings focused expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of urological conditions affecting infants, children, and adolescents. Her clinical work addresses a wide range of congenital and acquired urologic disorders, from kidney abnormalities to bladder dysfunction. Dr. Chen serves families throughout the Loma Linda area and the broader Inland Empire region.
Patients see Dr. Catherine Chen for a range of urological concerns. Common conditions include Hydronephrosis, Vesicoureteral Reflux, Hypospadias, Undescended Testes (Cryptorchidism), Urinary Tract Infections in Children, Bladder Dysfunction, Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction, Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis), Pediatric Kidney Stones, Posterior Urethral Valves, Neurogenic Bladder, and Ambiguous Genitalia. Many arrive after an initial workup from their primary care doctor, though self-referrals are also welcome.
Services at this practice include Pyeloplasty, Hypospadias Repair, Orchiopexy, Cystoscopy, Ureteral Reimplantation, Circumcision, Endoscopic Treatment of Vesicoureteral Reflux, Pediatric Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery, Voiding Cystourethrogram Interpretation, and Urodynamic Studies. Dr. Catherine Chen reviews all available options with patients before any procedure is scheduled. The aim is to ensure each person understands their diagnosis and the reasoning behind recommended treatment.
Urology Services in Loma Linda, CA
For patients in Loma Linda, CA seeking urological care, a consultation with Dr. Catherine Chen is the starting point. The practice serves patients from across the Loma Linda area. Office contact details are listed on this page.
Specialty Overview
Dr. Chen focuses on pediatric urology, treating congenital and developmental urological conditions in patients from newborns through adolescence. Her work spans conditions such as hydronephrosis, hypospadias, and vesicoureteral reflux. She also manages bladder and continence issues that affect a child's long-term quality of life.
Conditions Treated
- ✓ Hydronephrosis
- ✓ Vesicoureteral Reflux
- ✓ Hypospadias
- ✓ Undescended Testes (Cryptorchidism)
- ✓ Urinary Tract Infections in Children
- ✓ Bladder Dysfunction
- ✓ Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
- ✓ Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis)
- ✓ Pediatric Kidney Stones
- ✓ Posterior Urethral Valves
- ✓ Neurogenic Bladder
- ✓ Ambiguous Genitalia
Procedures
- ✓ Pyeloplasty
- ✓ Hypospadias Repair
- ✓ Orchiopexy
- ✓ Cystoscopy
- ✓ Ureteral Reimplantation
- ✓ Circumcision
- ✓ Endoscopic Treatment of Vesicoureteral Reflux
- ✓ Pediatric Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery
- ✓ Voiding Cystourethrogram Interpretation
- ✓ Urodynamic Studies
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of conditions does Dr. Chen treat in children?
Dr. Chen treats a broad range of pediatric urological conditions including hydronephrosis, vesicoureteral reflux, hypospadias, undescended testes, and bladder dysfunction. She also evaluates and manages urinary tract infections that recur in children. Families are encouraged to schedule a consultation if their child has been referred by a pediatrician for a urological concern.
At what age can a child be seen by Dr. Chen?
Dr. Chen sees patients from newborns through adolescence. Many of her patients are referred shortly after birth when a prenatal ultrasound has detected a kidney or urinary tract abnormality. Older children and teens with bladder issues or structural concerns are also welcome.
Does Dr. Chen perform minimally invasive or robotic surgery on children?
Pediatric urological surgery has advanced considerably, and many procedures can now be performed using minimally invasive techniques. The approach used depends on the child's age, size, and the specific condition being treated. Dr. Chen will discuss all surgical options in detail with families before any procedure is scheduled.
How do I get a referral to see Dr. Chen?
Most families are referred to Dr. Chen by their child's pediatrician or a maternal-fetal medicine specialist following a prenatal or postnatal finding. Some insurance plans may also allow self-referrals to a specialist. Contacting her office directly is the best first step to confirm scheduling and insurance requirements.
What should I bring to my child's first appointment with Dr. Chen?
Bring any prior imaging such as ultrasounds or voiding cystourethrograms, relevant medical records, and a list of current medications. If your child has had prior urinary tract infections, bring documentation of those episodes including any culture results. Having this information ready helps Dr. Chen form an accurate picture of your child's urological history from the start.
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