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Dr. Frank Penna, MD
Urology, Pediatric Urology
Urology
- Name
- Dr. Frank Penna, MD
- Specialty
- Urology, Pediatric Urology
- Location
- Columbia, SC
- Rating
- 4 / 5 (9 Google reviews)
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About Dr. Penna
Dr. Frank Penna, M.D. is a board-certified urologist practicing in Columbia, South Carolina, with specialized training in pediatric urology. He brings expertise in managing urological conditions across all age groups, from newborns through adolescents and adults. His clinical work spans a broad range of urological concerns, including congenital anomalies, kidney stones, and urinary tract disorders. Patients in the Columbia area rely on him for both surgical and non-surgical urological care.
Patients see Dr. Frank Penna for a range of urological concerns. Common conditions include Undescended Testicles (Cryptorchidism), Hypospadias, Vesicoureteral Reflux, Urinary Tract Infections, Kidney Stones, Bedwetting (Enuresis), Voiding Dysfunction, Hydronephrosis, Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), Bladder Dysfunction, 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, Cystoscopy, Circumcision, Ureteral Reimplantation, Pyeloplasty, Ureteroscopy, Shock Wave Lithotripsy, Voiding Cystourethrogram (VCUG), and Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP). Dr. Frank Penna 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 Columbia, SC
For patients in Columbia, SC seeking urological care, a consultation with Dr. Frank Penna is the starting point. The practice serves patients from across the Columbia area. Office contact details are listed on this page.
Specialty Overview
Dr. Penna focuses on urology with a subspecialty emphasis in pediatric urology, addressing conditions that affect the urinary tract and reproductive organs in children. His scope of practice includes congenital urological abnormalities, voiding dysfunction, and conditions requiring surgical correction in younger patients. Adult urological conditions, including kidney stones and bladder disorders, also fall within his clinical practice.
Conditions Treated
- ✓ Undescended Testicles (Cryptorchidism)
- ✓ Hypospadias
- ✓ Vesicoureteral Reflux
- ✓ Urinary Tract Infections
- ✓ Kidney Stones
- ✓ Bedwetting (Enuresis)
- ✓ Voiding Dysfunction
- ✓ Hydronephrosis
- ✓ Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
- ✓ Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
- ✓ Bladder Dysfunction
- ✓ Congenital Urological Anomalies
Procedures
- ✓ Orchiopexy
- ✓ Hypospadias Repair
- ✓ Cystoscopy
- ✓ Circumcision
- ✓ Ureteral Reimplantation
- ✓ Pyeloplasty
- ✓ Ureteroscopy
- ✓ Shock Wave Lithotripsy
- ✓ Voiding Cystourethrogram (VCUG)
- ✓ Transurethral Resection of the Prostate (TURP)
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dr. Penna treat children as well as adult patients?
Yes. Dr. Penna has specialized training in pediatric urology, meaning he treats urological conditions in infants, children, and adolescents. He also provides general urological care for adult patients in the Columbia area.
What kinds of pediatric urological conditions does Dr. Penna treat?
Dr. Penna manages a wide range of pediatric urological issues, including undescended testicles, hypospadias, vesicoureteral reflux, and urinary tract infections in children. He also evaluates and treats congenital kidney and urinary tract abnormalities identified before or after birth.
Where does Dr. Penna practice in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Penna sees patients in Columbia, South Carolina. Contact his office directly to confirm specific clinic locations, accepted insurance plans, and current availability.
How do I know if my child needs to see a pediatric urologist?
A referral from your child's pediatrician is a common first step, particularly for recurrent urinary tract infections, bedwetting that persists beyond typical developmental milestones, or an abnormality found on imaging. Dr. Penna can evaluate these concerns and recommend an appropriate treatment plan.
Does Dr. Penna perform minimally invasive or robotic urological surgeries?
Urologists with pediatric training frequently utilize minimally invasive surgical techniques when appropriate for their patients. Contact Dr. Penna's office to discuss the specific surgical options available for your or your child's condition.
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