Dr. Jaschar Shakuri-Rad, DO
Urologist
1200 J D ANDERSON DR STE 401 MORGANTOWN WV, 26505About
Dr. Jaschar Shakuri-rad is a urologist practicing in MORGANTOWN, WV. Dr. Shakuri-rad specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.
Dr. Rad is currently serving as the Medical Director Of Robotic Surgery at Mon Health Medical Center in Morgantown, WV. He has a vast and diverse educational background. His extensive training in robotic and minimally invasive surgery allows him to treat you more effectively, with less discomfort, and faster recovery times so you can get back to the people and things you love in less time. He leads all urologists in the region and was the first to use robotic single port surgery in WV to help patients with prostate, bladder, and kidney cancer. He is also the only surgeon with a designated center of excellence for UroLift. Dr Shakuri-Rad is also the first to use Axonics sacromodulation in the area to help patients with bowel and bladder dysfunction. Call now: (304) 599-3074 and ask for an appointment with Dr. Rad.
Education and Training
WVSOM DO 2013
WVU B.A. 2005
Board Certification
American Osteopathic Board of Surgery
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Dr. Jaschar Shakuri-Rad, DO's Expert Contributions
Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)What is BPH?Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, or BPH, is a condition in which the prostate enlarges as men get older. Over 70% of men in their 60's have BPH symptoms so it is very common. While BPH is a benign condition and unrelated to prostate cancer, it can greatly...
Prostate Cancer - Screening Saves Lives
The American Cancer Society estimates that prostate cancer is going to affect approximately 165,000 men in the US in 2018. About 30,000 men will die from prostate cancer. It is estimated that about 1 in 9 men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime.What is the prostate and how...
How does kegel exercise treat bladder incontinence?
Kegel exercises are thought to strengthen pelvic floor muscles which in turn may help with bladder control (the bladder sits in the pelvis). These exercises are best done under supervision of a trained and experienced physical therapist who specializes in pelvic floor muscle therapy (PFMT). If the exercises do not work, then a visit to the urologist or uro-gynecologist may be helpful. READ MORE
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Faculty Titles & Positions
- Associate Professor Urology Michigan State University 2013 - 2018
- Medical Director of Robotic Surgery Mon Health Medical Center 2018 - 2018
Professional Memberships
- American Urological Association
- American College of Osteopathic Surgeons
- American Medical Association
- American Osteopathic Association
- Society of Robotic Surgery
Areas of research
Robotic Surgery
InterStim Neuromodulation Therapy
Kidney Stone Surgery
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Dr. Shakuri-Rad graduated with his medical degree from West Virginia School of Osteopathic Medicine. After obtaining his medical degree, Dr. Jaschar Shakuri-Rad obtained his residency in Urological Robotic Surgery from the University of Michigan Health. Dr. Jaschar Shakuri-Rad currently serves patients at Mon Health Medical Center. A Urologist is a doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the male reproductive system, as well as the urinary tracts of both males and females. His profession covers the kidneys, ureter, urinary bladder, adrenal glands, urethra, and the male reproductive organs which include the testes, epididymis, vas deferens, seminal vesicles, prostate and penis. Some common disorders that urologists treat are urinary tract infections (UTI), stress incontinence, benign prostatic hyperplasia, kidney stones, erectile dysfunction, kidney cancer, prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and cystitis. These urological specialists also perform vasectomies and vasectomy reversals.
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