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Dr. Thomas Vates, MD
Urology, Pediatric Urology
- Name
- Dr. Thomas Vates, MD
- Specialty
- Urology, Pediatric Urology
- Location
- East Brunswick, NJ
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 (20 Google reviews)
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About Dr. Vates
Dr. Thomas Vates, M.D. is a board-certified urologist specializing in pediatric urology, serving patients in East Brunswick, New Jersey. His practice focuses on diagnosing and treating urological conditions in infants, children, and adolescents, a population that requires a distinct clinical approach from adult urology. Dr. Vates brings specialized expertise to complex conditions including congenital anomalies, voiding dysfunction, and pediatric kidney disorders. Families throughout the East Brunswick area and surrounding communities turn to him for surgical and non-surgical urological care for their children.
Patients see Dr. Thomas Vates for a range of urological concerns. Common conditions include Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis), Vesicoureteral Reflux, Hydronephrosis, Urinary Tract Infections in Children, Undescended Testicles (Cryptorchidism), Hypospadias, Voiding Dysfunction, Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction, Kidney Stones in Children, Posterior Urethral Valves, and Neurogenic Bladder. Many arrive after an initial workup from their primary care doctor, though self-referrals are also welcome.
Services at this practice include Orchiopexy (Undescended Testicle Repair), Hypospadias Repair, Circumcision, Pediatric Cystoscopy, Ureteral Reimplantation, Pyeloplasty, Bladder Urodynamics, Endoscopic Injection for Vesicoureteral Reflux, and Pediatric Kidney Stone Removal. Dr. Thomas Vates 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 East Brunswick, NJ
For patients in East Brunswick, NJ seeking urological care, a consultation with Dr. Thomas Vates is the starting point. The practice serves patients from across the East Brunswick area. Office contact details are listed on this page.
Specialty Overview
Dr. Vates focuses on pediatric urology, addressing urological conditions that affect children from infancy through adolescence. His clinical work spans congenital urinary tract abnormalities, bedwetting, urinary tract infections, and surgical correction of structural defects. This sub-specialty demands precise, age-appropriate care, and Dr. Vates applies that focus across both operative and non-operative treatment plans.
Conditions Treated
- ✓ Bedwetting (Nocturnal Enuresis)
- ✓ Vesicoureteral Reflux
- ✓ Hydronephrosis
- ✓ Urinary Tract Infections in Children
- ✓ Undescended Testicles (Cryptorchidism)
- ✓ Hypospadias
- ✓ Voiding Dysfunction
- ✓ Ureteropelvic Junction Obstruction
- ✓ Kidney Stones in Children
- ✓ Posterior Urethral Valves
- ✓ Neurogenic Bladder
Procedures
- ✓ Orchiopexy (Undescended Testicle Repair)
- ✓ Hypospadias Repair
- ✓ Circumcision
- ✓ Pediatric Cystoscopy
- ✓ Ureteral Reimplantation
- ✓ Pyeloplasty
- ✓ Bladder Urodynamics
- ✓ Endoscopic Injection for Vesicoureteral Reflux
- ✓ Pediatric Kidney Stone Removal
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of conditions does Dr. Vates treat in children?
Dr. Vates treats a wide range of urological conditions in pediatric patients, including urinary tract infections, bedwetting, vesicoureteral reflux, hydronephrosis, hypospadias, and undescended testicles. Both non-surgical management and surgical correction are available depending on the diagnosis and severity.
At what age can a child be seen by Dr. Vates?
Pediatric urologists like Dr. Vates routinely see patients from newborn through late adolescence. Some conditions, such as congenital kidney abnormalities, may even be identified before birth and addressed shortly after delivery.
How do I know if my child needs to see a pediatric urologist rather than a general pediatrician?
A referral to a pediatric urologist is typically appropriate when a child has recurrent urinary tract infections, an abnormal prenatal ultrasound, difficulty with toilet training, or a visible anatomical concern such as hypospadias or an undescended testicle. Your child's pediatrician can provide a referral, though many families also self-refer.
Does Dr. Vates perform surgery on children, and where are those procedures done?
Yes, Dr. Vates performs surgical procedures as part of his pediatric urology practice. Surgical cases for children are typically performed at a facility equipped with pediatric anesthesia and nursing staff to ensure safe, age-appropriate care. Contact his East Brunswick office for specifics on surgical locations.
Is bedwetting something a pediatric urologist can help with?
Bedwetting, or nocturnal enuresis, is one of the most common reasons families visit a pediatric urologist. Dr. Vates can evaluate whether an underlying urological cause is present and recommend behavioral strategies, bladder training, or medication when appropriate.
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