Gaps In MedTech For Women’s Care
What innovations does women’s urology need most? Dr. Nicole Fleschman points to something surprisingly simple: equipment designed for the female urethra. Today, urologists use the same scope for both men and women. It’s longer than needed, harder to maneuver, and often prevents clinicians from performing minor procedures in the office. As a result, many women […]
Why the Squatty Potty is Wrong
Are squatty potties helpful for women? Dr. Nicole Fleschman says no—and explains why the popular device works against healthy pelvic floor mechanics. By lifting the knees above the hips, a squatty potty anchors the tailbone and reduces its ability to move. That fixed position may make pushing easier, but it prevents the pelvic floor from […]
Understanding Female Urology
Why pursue a fellowship in female urology? For Dr. Nicole Fleschman, the decision was driven by a desire to care for women and a fascination with an area of medicine that remains surprisingly underdeveloped: how people actually urinate. She explains how her fellowship in Female Urology and Voiding Dysfunction exposed her to a fundamental problem […]
Should Men Sit Down to Pee
Is it healthier for men to sit when they pee? Dr. Nicole Fleschman says yes—and explains why this simple shift supports better bladder and pelvic floor function. Standing to urinate is a learned behavior rooted in military hygiene needs from the 1800s, not human physiology. The pelvic floor doesn’t naturally release in a standing posture, […]
World-Class Urogynecology in Indianapolis
One in three women quietly deal with pelvic floor symptoms, yet so many assume they just have to “live with it.” Dr. Hussein Warda breaks down what pelvic floor disorders can look like in real life: – Pelvic organ prolapse (bladder, uterus, or rectum support changes) – Urinary leakage with coughing, sneezing, lifting, or exercise […]
Contact Hussein Warda, MD Urology of Indiana
One in three women quietly deal with pelvic floor symptoms, yet so many assume they just have to “live with it.” Dr. Hussein Warda breaks down what pelvic floor disorders can look like in real life: Pelvic organ prolapse (bladder, uterus, or rectum support changes) Urinary leakage with coughing, sneezing, lifting, or exercise Urgency and […]
Prolapse: What No One Is Talking About
Quality of life is often the clearest measure of success. Dr. Hussein Warda shares what he sees after pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic floor treatments: – Women returning to activities they had stopped, like golf or exercise – Less planning around pads, bathrooms, or leakage – More freedom to leave the house, travel, and spend […]
How Common Are Pelvic Floor Disorders in Women?
Pelvic floor symptoms are far more common than most women realize. Dr. Hussein Warda explains that between 30% and 50% of women ages 40–80 experience some form of pelvic floor disorder. The bigger issue isn’t how common it is—it’s how often women don’t know: – Symptoms can be evaluated – Treatment options exist across a […]
Key Risk Factors for Pelvic Floor Disorders
Up to half of women between 40 and 80 experience pelvic floor symptoms, yet many assume they’re rare or untreatable. Dr. Hussein Warda explains that pelvic floor disorders affect roughly 30–50% of women in this age range. The real challenge isn’t prevalence — it’s awareness. Many women don’t realize: Symptoms like pressure, bulge, or leakage […]
How Prolapse Stages Determine Treatment Options
Prolapse stage doesn’t automatically decide treatment — the woman’s experience does. Dr. Hussein Warda explains how prolapse care is guided by individual goals, not just anatomy: – Early-stage prolapse may be observed or managed conservatively if it’s not disruptive – More advanced stages can still be treated conservatively, depending on preference – Some women with […]