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Dr. Eric Bortnick, MD
Urology, Pediatric Urology
- Name
- Dr. Eric Bortnick, MD
- Specialty
- Urology, Pediatric Urology
- Location
- New Haven, CT
- Rating
- 4.9 / 5 (438 Google reviews)
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About Dr. Bortnick
Dr. Eric Bortnick, M.D. is a board-certified urologist practicing in New Haven, Connecticut, with specialized training in pediatric urology. He focuses on diagnosing and treating urological conditions in infants, children, and adolescents, bringing surgical precision and clinical expertise to some of the most complex cases young patients face. New Haven benefits from his presence within a region known for academic medicine and rigorous specialty care. Dr. Bortnick serves families across Connecticut seeking expert urological evaluation for their children.
Patients see Dr. Eric Bortnick for a range of urological concerns. Common conditions include Hydronephrosis, Undescended Testicles (Cryptorchidism), Hypospadias, Vesicoureteral Reflux, Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections, Bedwetting (Enuresis), Voiding Dysfunction, Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction, Posterior Urethral Valves, Kidney Stones, Urinary Incontinence, and Congenital Urological Anomalies. Many arrive after an initial workup from their primary care doctor, though self-referrals are also welcome.
Services at this practice include Orchiopexy, Hypospadias Repair, Circumcision, Cystoscopy, Ureteral Reimplantation, Pyeloplasty, Urodynamic Testing, Posterior Urethral Valve Ablation, Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL), and Hydrocelectomy. Dr. Eric Bortnick 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 New Haven, CT
For patients in New Haven, CT seeking urological care, a consultation with Dr. Eric Bortnick is the starting point. The practice serves patients from across the New Haven area. Office contact details are listed on this page.
Specialty Overview
Dr. Bortnick specializes in pediatric urology, focusing on urological conditions affecting children from newborns through adolescents. His clinical work spans congenital anomalies, voiding dysfunction, and minimally invasive surgical correction of structural urinary tract problems. Families throughout Connecticut rely on his expertise for both routine and complex pediatric urological care.
Conditions Treated
- ✓ Hydronephrosis
- ✓ Undescended Testicles (Cryptorchidism)
- ✓ Hypospadias
- ✓ Vesicoureteral Reflux
- ✓ Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections
- ✓ Bedwetting (Enuresis)
- ✓ Voiding Dysfunction
- ✓ Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
- ✓ Posterior Urethral Valves
- ✓ Kidney Stones
- ✓ Urinary Incontinence
- ✓ Congenital Urological Anomalies
Procedures
- ✓ Orchiopexy
- ✓ Hypospadias Repair
- ✓ Circumcision
- ✓ Cystoscopy
- ✓ Ureteral Reimplantation
- ✓ Pyeloplasty
- ✓ Urodynamic Testing
- ✓ Posterior Urethral Valve Ablation
- ✓ Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL)
- ✓ Hydrocelectomy
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages does Dr. Bortnick treat?
Dr. Bortnick specializes in pediatric urology and treats patients from infancy through adolescence. Families with newborns diagnosed with congenital urological conditions as well as teenagers with voiding dysfunction can seek care through his practice in New Haven.
What are common reasons parents bring their child to a pediatric urologist?
Common reasons include recurrent urinary tract infections, bedwetting that persists beyond typical age, undescended testicles, hypospadias, and hydronephrosis detected on prenatal ultrasound. Early evaluation by a pediatric urologist can prevent long-term kidney or bladder complications.
Does Dr. Bortnick perform minimally invasive procedures on children?
Yes. Pediatric urology has advanced significantly in minimally invasive techniques, and many procedures can be performed with smaller instruments designed for children. These approaches typically mean shorter recovery times and less postoperative discomfort for young patients.
Where does Dr. Bortnick practice in New Haven, CT?
Dr. Bortnick practices in New Haven, Connecticut, a hub for specialty medical care in the state. Patients and families from surrounding communities in Connecticut can seek referrals or appointments through his urology practice.
Does my child need a referral to see Dr. Bortnick?
Referral requirements depend on your child's insurance plan. Many families are referred by their pediatrician after an abnormal finding on imaging or after recurrent urinary tract infections. Contacting his office directly is the best way to confirm scheduling and insurance requirements.
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