Dr. George Koch
Urologist
Dr. George Koch is a urologist at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical center in Columbus, Ohio.
Podcasts
Urology # 330Sep 22, 2026Establishing a Comprehensive Cancer Survivorship Practice
How can reconstructive urologists improve quality of life for cancer survivors beyond the initial cure? On this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. George Koch interviews Dr. Hiren Patel about building a comprehensive survivorship practice that addresses the long-term needs of patients following genitourinary cancer treatment. They discuss moving beyond post-prostatectomy ED and incontinence to include management of radiation sequelae, immunotherapy effects, and urethral strictures, as well as the role of patient-centered communication, care coordination, and technology.
- Urology # 319Jul 28, 2026
Reconstructive Techniques for Adult Buried Penis
The definitive treatment for adult acquired buried penis is surgery, but successful treatment depends on having a well-coordinated network of patient support, multidisciplinary care teams, and reconstructive urologic surgery expertise. This episode of Backtable Urology overviews this multifaceted disease and dives into reconstructive surgery techniques, featuring Dr. George Koch and Dr. Paul Rusilko.
Industry # 104Jul 14, 2026Staying Informed: Strategies for Urology Professionals
Is print medical literature officially dead, or are we just drowning in a digital sea of unread journal articles? On this episode of the BackTable Industry Podcast, host Anish Parikh sits down with Dr. George Koch, an attending reconstructive urologist at The Ohio State University and early career editor for the Journal of Urology, to discuss the realities of staying clinically current in a rapidly evolving field. They explore how digital platforms, subspecialty meetings, and peer mentorship are shaping the future of education, collaboration, and device adoption in reconstructive urology.
- Urology # 309Jun 16, 2026
Advancing Urologic Reconstruction with Robotics
Robotic technology is expanding what’s possible in reconstructive urology, prompting surgeons to rethink traditional approaches and consider new minimally invasive procedures. In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Ziho Lee joins host Dr. George Koch to explore the rapid evolution of robotic reconstructive surgery and its expanding role in complex pelvic and retroperitoneal procedures.They discuss the the role of single-port platforms, new strategies for managing ureteral strictures and urinary diversion, and how research, training, and patient-reported outcomes are shaping the future of minimally invasive urologic care.
- Urology # 295Mar 24, 2026
How to Manage Genitourinary Injuries: ACS Best Practices Explained
What are the key decision points in managing renal, bladder, and urethral trauma? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Niels Johnson (Vanderbilt University Medical Center) joins host Dr. George Koch (Ohio State University) to discuss the 2025 American College of Surgeons (ACS) best practice guidelines for genitourinary trauma.
- Urology # 291Feb 24, 2026
Pelvic Pain Syndromes: Clinical Assessment & Strategies
What do the 2025 AUA guidelines change about how we evaluate and manage chronic male pelvic pain? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Susan MacDonald (Penn State) joins host Dr. George Koch (Ohio State University) to break down the new American Urological Association (AUA) guidelines on chronic male pelvic pain, including chronic prostatitis / chronic pelvic pain syndrome and chronic scrotal content pain.
- Urology # 289Feb 10, 2026
Insights into Urethroplasty & Reconstructive Care
Is transecting urethroplasty still the default, or is reconstructive urology moving beyond it? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Ben Breyer (University of California San Francisco) joins host Dr. George Koch (Ohio State University) to discuss evolving approaches in reconstructive urology with an emphasis on complex stricture cases.
- Urology # 286Jan 27, 2026
Antibiotic Stewardship in Reconstructive Urology
In reconstructive urology, preventing infection often means prolonged antibiotic exposure, raising important questions about stewardship and long-term harm. In this episode of BackTable Urology, Joshua Sterling of Yale University joins host George Koch to examine how antibiotic stewardship and emerging insights into the urinary microbiome are reshaping infection management in reconstructive practice.
- Urology # 284Jan 13, 2026
Integrating Gender Affirming Care Into Urology
Gender affirming surgery is becoming a more visible part of urologic practice, raising practical questions about surgical training, case volume, and multidisciplinary support. In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Eric Walton of The Ohio State University joins Dr. George Koch to examine how gender affirming surgery is being integrated into contemporary urology. Dr. Walton discusses his path into reconstructive urology, structural barriers that limit patient access, and why expanding surgical training pathways is central to closing gaps in care.
- Urology # 281Dec 23, 2025
Global Surgery in Urology: Addressing Reconstructive Needs Worldwide
How are local and international teams working together to offer reconstructive urology in resource-constrained settings? This week on BackTable Urology, Dr. Jane Kurtzman (University of Utah) joins Dr. George Koch (Ohio State University) to discuss the realities, challenges, and opportunities of international surgical work.
- Urology # 272Nov 11, 2025
Fournier's Gangrene Management: Timing, Transfers & Best Practices
What does it take to save both life and function in a rapidly progressing infection? In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Judith Hagedorn (University of Washington) joins Dr. George Koch (Ohio State University) to unpack the complexities of Fournier’s gangrene management.
- Urology # 270Nov 4, 2025
Reconstructive Urology: Techniques, Training & Career Pathways
Considering a reconstructive urology fellowship or already in the thick of it? This episode is for you. Dr. Rachel Mann (University of Minnesota) sits down with Dr. George Koch (Ohio State University) to discuss her journey in reconstructive urology and the mentors who shaped it. Together, they explore how creativity, adaptability, and mentorship fuel progress in this evolving subspecialty.