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Dr. Jose Silva on the BackTable Urology Podcast

Dr. Jose Silva

Urologist

Dr. Jose Silva is a board certified urologist practicing in Central Florida.

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About Dr. Jose Silva

Dr. Jose E. Silva is a board-certified urologist that graduated from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology in Cambridge, MA. He received his medical degree from Universidad Central Del Caribe School of Medicine in Bayamon, PR. He completed his training in surgery and urology at the School of Medicine of the Medical Sciences Campus of the University of Puerto Rico, where he served as Chief Resident. Dr. Silva also holds a master's degree in Public Health from the University of Puerto Rico School of Public Health. Dr. Silva has focused his training in the evaluation and surgery of enlarged prostate (BPH) and kidney stones with minimally invasive therapies such as Green Light Laser, stone laser, and lithotripsy. He is a delegate of the American Board of Urology and a member of the North American Society of Sexual Medicine. Dr. Silva is fluent in English and Spanish.

Dr. Jose Silva is currently practicing in Central Florida. He performs surgeries of the genitourinary tract in both male and female. He performs surgery for BPH, stone disease, incontinence, erectile disfunction, and more. With BackTable, Dr. Silva is the co-host of our brand new urology series, sharing the mic with academia and private practice urologists.

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Podcasts Featuring Dr. Jose Silva

Episode #120

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Silva and Dr. Zamip Patel, a urologist specializing in male infertility and andrology at Southeast Male Infertility and Urology/Andrology, discuss infertility trends and causes, as well as artificial intelligence in surgical robotics and fertility.

Episode #116

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This week on BackTable Urology, Dr. Aditya Bagrodia, Dr. Ashley Winter, and Dr. Jennifer Anger explore truths and myths about women’s health topics, covering pelvic floor health, sexual health, and postpartum care.

Episode #112

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This week on BackTable Urology, Dr. David Albala, chief of urology at Crouse Hospital, and Dr. Jose Silva discuss the benefits and integration of biomarkers in prostate cancer diagnosis.

Episode #110

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva and Dr. Suzette Sutherland, director of Female Urology at the University of Washington in Seattle, discuss new therapies for overactive bladder (OAB).

Episode #102

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Silva invites Dr. Ronald Cadillo to speak about the realities of reconstructive surgery and bladder neck reconstruction, and explore the challenges of transitioning from performing oncologic surgeries to reconstructive surgeries.

Episode #101

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This week on the BackTable Urology Podcast, Dr. Jose Silva invites Dr. Seth Bechis onto the show to discuss the diagnosis and treatment of BPH with Rezum, a minimally invasive surgical that uses water vapor to dissolve prostate tissue.

Episode #100

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On this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva and Dr. Jay Simhan, director of reconstructive urology at Fox Chase Cancer Center, discuss how urologists can demonstrate their value to hospital systems.

Episode #98

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On this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva invites endocrinologist Dr. Rodrigo Valderrabano onto the show to discuss the impact of testosterone replacement therapy on hypogonadic patients and prostate cancer survivors.

Episode #90

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En este episodio de BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva entrevista a Dr. Jose Saavedra, un especialista de salud sexual en Puerto Rico, sobre tratamientos mínimamente invasivos y cirugía para Peyronie 's disease.

Episode #88

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En este episodio de BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva entrevista a Dr. Ramon Virasoro sobre los tratamientos diferentes para estrecheces uretrales.

Episode #87

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In this episode of BackTable, Dr. Jose Silva interviews Dr. Aaron Schneider, a pharmacist, and Dr. Jordan Grant, a urologist, about compounding pharmacies and their uses in providing medications to treat urological conditions.

Episode #86

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In this episode of BackTable, Dr. Jose Silva and Dr. Justin Dubin chat about the benefits and pitfalls of using social media to network with colleagues and to educate patients about urological conditions.

Episode #85

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva interviews Dr. Ali Kasraeian, a private practice urologic oncologist in Jacksonville, about different techniques and research on prostate cancer screenings.

Episode #84

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva interviews Dr. Jason Wynberg, director of endourology at NYU Langone Health in Brooklyn, about his percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) technique and innovations.

Episode #77

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En este episodio de BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva entrevista a Dr. Ramphis Morales sobre su trayecto de ser urólogo reconstructivo y su práctica privada de cirugía de afirma de género en Puerto Rico.

Episode #74

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva and Dr. Petar Bajic speak about various ways that the men’s health field is evolving, such as the rise of direct-to-consumer services, the need for more community urologists, and ways to de-stigmatize common men’s health conditions.

Episode #73

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva interviews Dr. Peter Steinberg, director of quality and safety in the Division of Urology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, about practical tips and his personal experience in improving quality and safety.

Episode #72

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva interviews Dr. Jonathan Clavell, a men’s health specialist, about workup and treatment options for Peyronie’s disease.

Episode #69

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva and Dr. Stephen Nakada, chair of urology at the University of Wisconsin, discuss indications and benefits of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL).

Episode #66

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In this cross-specialty episode of BackTable OBGYN, Dr. Amy Park chats with Dr. Jose Silva, a board certified urologist and co-host of BackTable Urology, about the workup, counseling, and management of urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse.

Episode #61

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In this episode, Dr. Jose Silva interviews private practice urologist Dr. Jordan Luskin, a community urologist practicing in West Palm Beach, about special considerations for rural / community medicine urologists.

Episode #50

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Silva interviews Dr. Katie Murray, a urologic oncologist from the University of Missouri, about management of high and low-grade upper tract urothelial cancer.

Episode #47

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva and Dr. Jamin Brahmbhatt discuss the evaluation, causes, and treatment of chronic testicular pain.

Episode #45

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In this episode of BackTable Urology, Dr. Jose Silva interviews Dr. Amy Pearlman, director of the Men’s Health Program at the University of Iowa, about building a men’s health program, managing her digital footprint, and her role as a female physician in men’s health.

Articles Featuring Dr. Jose Silva

Rezum Post-Procedure: Symptom Improvement, Medications & Follow-Up Care

Rezum is a minimally invasive procedure to reduce symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Rezum post-procedure practices consist of catheterization, antibiotics such as Bactrim and Celebrex, anti-inflammatory drugs including steroids, and patient counseling. Learn more about Rezum post-procedure best practices from urologist Dr. Seth Bechis.

Rezum Procedure Technique: ‘Less is More’

Rezum is a procedure in which steam is injected into the prostate to relieve benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH) symptoms. Rezum procedure technique can vary by way of needle placement and the number of treatments that an operator administers.

Rezum Treatment for BPH: Who Is The Ideal Patient?

When is Rezum treatment appropriate, where does it sit within the BPH treatment algorithm, and who is the ideal candidate? To answer these questions, Urologist Dr. Seth Bechis describes his approach to Rezum workup, including his process of initial treatment for BPH, and identifying ideal Rezum patients.

Optimizing Compounded Medication Drawing

Compounding in urology serves as a powerful tool for customizing medication, enhancing efficacy, and addressing unique patient needs. Learn more about its role in managing conditions like erectile dysfunction and fertility issues, techniques for enhancing patient compliance, and the impact of increased regulation on compounded medications.

Compounded Testoterone Replacement Therapy Drawing

Compounded medications have advanced the treatment of urologic patients receiving testosterone replacement therapy, and have also shown improvements in patient satisfaction, fertility and efficacy of treatment. Learn more about the current state of compounding in testosterone replacement therapy and how to navigate compound medications as a provider.

Surgeons performing penile surgery

Surgery for Peyronie's Disease is not always a straightforward answer. This article covers the options, candidacy, and management for Peyronie's Disease.

XIAFLEX injection being loaded for treatment of peyronie’s disease

XIAFLEX injections for Peyronie's disease, categorized as acute, can offer up to a 30% improvement in the degree of curvature and should be paired with a penile traction therapy device (e.g. RestoreX). Learn more.

Urothelial Carcinoma

Upper tract urothelial carcinoma is a rare entity that should be risk stratified in order to provide optimal treatment. This article discusses the features of high and low grade disease and treatment options based on risk classification.

Doctor discussing testicular pain and scrotal pain with patient

Patients with testicular pain often refrain from discussing their symptoms with providers due to the stigma surrounding the topic. Learn more about how providers and patients alike can combat the stigma by acknowledging patient obstacles, improving the testicular pain evaluation, and advocating for men’s health initiatives.

Patient visiting with a physician about associated testicular pain

Effective testicular pain treatment may involve anti-inflammatory medications, nerve blocks, neurolysis, or alternative approaches like physical therapy, yoga, and even acupuncture. Urologists Dr. Brahmbhatt and Dr. Silva discuss the various treatment methods for testicular pain, including surgical, medical, and musculoskeletal approaches.

A backtable set up for sacral neurostimulation procedure.

Electrical stimulation of the sacral nerve can help ease symptoms of overactive bladder. This article covers evaluation of a patient for electric neurostimulation, considerations for device selection, and possible complications.

Penile implant surgery consultation

Patients with chronic priapism require special considerations when undergoing penile implant surgery. Dr. Jonathan Clavell shares advice about assessing the extent of fibrosis present, special preoperative therapies, and additional surgical techniques in order to place a penile implant successfully.

Penile Implant Infection Signs & Treatment

It is important to know penile implant infection signs because it is a treatable complication after surgery. Urologist Dr. Jonathan Clavell shares his advice when looking for penile implant infection signs and his advice for penile implant infection treatment on the BackTable Urology Podcast.

Peyronie's disease surgery for penile implant

Peyronie’s disease is caused by fibrous scar tissue in the penis that causes painful, curved erections. Dr. Jonathan Clavell shares his Peyronie's disease surgery tips for penile implants.

A vial of botox treatment for for overactive bladder.

Botox for overactive bladder is a relatively safe and effective treatment procedure. This article discusses the ideal patient for overactive bladder Botox therapy, side effects, and describes the bladder botox procedure for administration and sedation.

Blue light cystoscopy screening for bladder cancer recurrence

Blue light cystoscopy is useful in managing bladder cancer, both for complete tumor resection in the OR and as routine surveillance office cystoscopy to monitor bladder cancer recurrence.

Dr. Rahul Mehan performing GreenLight Laser Therapy

GreenLight laser therapy is a minimally-invasive treatment for benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH). In this procedure, a laser fiber is inserted through a transurethral cystoscope and is used to enucleate excessive prostate tissue.

A backtable set up for Rezum Procedure Water Vapor Therapy

A Rezum procedure (water vapor therapy) is a surgical BPH treatment that uses water vapor to ablate excess prostate tissue, which is naturally resorbed by the body. Learn more about how a Rezum procedure compares to UroLift, including complications, recovery, and side effects.

A surgeon performing a urinary diversion with cystectomy to treat complications of genitourinary syndrome of menopause

Genitourinary syndrome of menopause can have manifestations that are refractory to estrogen and pelvic floor therapy treatment, such as incontinence and cystitis. This article discusses various procedural and surgical options for these patients.

Female physician talking to a patient about genitourinary syndrome of menopause

Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause is a new term that describes various menopausal syndromes including dryness, irritation, and recurrent UTIs. This article covers clinical and holistic treatments for genitourinary syndrome of menopause.

Woman doing pelvic floor exercises for female incontinence treatment

Non-surgical options for female incontinence treatment are important for patients who don’t want to have surgery. They include anticholinergics, pessaries, bulking agents, and pelvic floor physical therapy.

Boston Scientific’s Advantage Fit sling device for TVT sling surgery

Bladder sling surgery is the most common type of surgery to treat female incontinence. This article explains the differences between different types of sling surgery including TOTs, TVTs, and mini-slings. Sling surgery recovery and restrictions after the surgery are also discussed.

PCNL nephrostomy tube placement for kidney stones

PCNL is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that is used to remove large or complex kidney stones. Urologist Dr. Margaret Pearle explains when nephrostomy tube placement is appropriate and how they can stabilize post-operative bleeding.

PCNL Surgery Procedure Steps & Techniques for kidney stones

PCNL surgery is a minimally invasive alternative to open kidney stone surgery to remove kidney stones. Urologist Dr. Margaret Pearle shares her PCNL procedure steps and techniques and discusses the complications of PCNL surgery.

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