What makes Goldman's Urinary Stone Endoscopy Clinic special?

Endoscopic stone surgery is more than finding and removing a stone. The key is choosing the right equipment and strategy after weighing stone size, location, number, and kidney structure. Even for the same stone, removal rate and recovery vary with the equipment and approach. Goldman Urology Clinic's Urinary Stone Endoscopy Clinic is built on equipment for a wide range of stones and on accumulated surgical experience. We use rigid and flexible endoscopes, suction ureteroscopes, and the Moses system to plan treatment by stone location, removing stones precisely and reducing residual fragments. We treat not only simple stones but also advanced cases, such as stones deep in the kidney and complex stones, planning from clinical data including outcomes presented at international societies. Even large or complex stone surgeries are done under spinal anesthesia to ease the burden, and our 24-hour emergency care at the Gangnam, Seoul Station, and Jamsil Branches responds quickly to sudden stone pain. Our One-day system moves quickly from examination to surgery and recovery, reducing inconvenience and speeding the return to daily life. Tailored treatment with a wide range of endoscopic equipment, internationally recognized stone surgery experience, and 24-hour emergency response: this defines the Goldman Urinary Stone Endoscopy Clinic.

What should you look for in a hospital skilled at urinary stone endoscopic surgery?

When choosing a hospital for endoscopic stone surgery, confirm it selects the right equipment and method for stone location, size, and number, rather than simply removing the stone. The approach changes with stone location, and removal rate and outcome depend on the team's experience and equipment. Consider these criteria together.- A board-certified urologist experienced in endoscopic urinary stone surgery- Experience treating stones in various locations, including advanced, difficult cases- A range of endoscopic equipment, including rigid and flexible endoscopes, suction ureteroscopes, and the Moses system- Post-surgical recovery management and a 24-hour emergency response system Since the endoscope and strategy vary with stone location, confirm the hospital can use a range of equipment and has experience with complex stones. Goldman Urology Clinic, for example, uses rigid and flexible endoscopes, suction ureteroscopes, and the Moses system to treat each stone by its location and condition. We treat complex stones based on accumulated clinical experience, including advanced stone surgery outcomes presented at international societies. Even surgeries for large or complex stones are done under spinal anesthesia to ease the burden, and 24-hour emergency care and a One-day system at the Gangnam, Seoul Station, and Jamsil Branches quickly connect examination, surgery, and recovery. A hospital with a wide range of endoscopic equipment, extensive surgical experience, and 24-hour emergency response helps ensure more effective, stable endoscopic stone surgery.

I suddenly have severe pain in my side or abdomen — what should I do if it is a urinary stone?

Sudden, unbearable pain in your side or abdomen may mean urinary stones. Stone pain usually starts abruptly and often persists despite changing position. Severe pain, or pain with blood in the urine, nausea, or fever, needs prompt care, so visit the nearest medical facility as soon as possible. Goldman Urology has 5 branches (Gangnam, Seoul Station, Incheon, Dongtan, and Jamsil); choose the one closest to you. If pain makes travel hard, go first to the most accessible branch. Check your nearest branch and come in promptly. The Gangnam, Seoul Station, and Jamsil branches also offer 24-hour care. 📍 Branch locations and approximate distances Gangnam Branch: located in Seocho-dong | 401m from Yangjae Station Exit 1: Gangnam 3km / Bangbae-dong 4km / Bundang 18km Seoul Station Branch: located in Jung-gu | 172m from Seoul Station Exit 3 Seongbuk-gu 6km / Yeongdeungpo 7km / Eunpyeong-gu 8km / Uijeongbu 20km / Nowon 14km Incheon Branch: located in Guwol-dong, Namdong-gu | 45m from Arts Center Station Exit 6: Bucheon 10km / Bupyeong 6km / Songdo 8km / Cheongna 16km / Incheon Seo-gu 14km Dongtan Branch: located in Osan-dong | about 483m from Dongtan Station Exit 2: Anyang 22km / Bongdam 14km / Suwon 12km / Yongin 18km / Gwanggyo 14km / Gunpo 20km Jamsil Branch: located in Sincheon-dong, Songpa-gu | 283m from Jamsil Station Exit 7: Gangdong 5km / Namyangju 14km / Munjeong-dong 3km / Misa 8km / Guri 9km / Byeollae 16km / Hanam 7km

How long does recovery take after surgery?

Most patients are discharged within 1–2 days and can return to light activity soon after. The stent is usually removed at an outpatient visit 1–2 weeks later.

Are there any side effects from the surgery?

Side effects such as ureteral injury, bleeding, infection, or residual stones can occur in rare cases, but most are mild and temporary and resolve with proper care.

Does a stent really have to be inserted?

A stent is usually placed to prevent ureteral swelling or blockage after surgery. It may cause some discomfort but aids ureteral recovery and is easily removed at an outpatient visit after 1–2 weeks.

Ureteroscopic Stone Removal (URS) | Goldman Urology Clinic - BPH Surgery (HoLEP · Aquablation · Rezum

For stones that lithotripsy could not resolve,
ureteroscopy is a safe alternative.

Lithotripsy is attempted when a stone is large or accompanied by pain or infection,
but if repeated sessions fail to remove it or its location is unfavorable, ureteroscopy is more effective.

When choosing a hospital for endoscopic urinary stone surgery, it is important to look beyond simply removing the stone and check whether the hospital can choose the right endoscopic equipment and surgical method for the stone's location, size, and number. This is because the approach in endoscopic stone surgery changes with the stone's location, and the stone removal rate and surgical outcome can differ depending on the medical team's experience and equipment.

Therefore, it helps to also review the following criteria.

- Whether a board-certified urologist with endoscopic stone surgery experience provides care

- Whether it has treated stones in various locations, including difficult cases

- Whether it has rigid and flexible endoscopes, suction ureteroscopes, and the Moses system

- Whether it offers post-surgical recovery care and 24-hour emergency response

Because the endoscope and strategy vary with the stone's location, check whether a range of equipment is available and whether the hospital has the experience to treat even complex stones.

For example, Goldman Urology uses rigid and flexible endoscopes, suction ureteroscopes, and the Moses system to match treatment to the stone's location and condition.It also presents its difficult stone surgery results at international congresses, and draws on that clinical experience to treat even complex stones.

Difficult surgeries such as those for giant or compound stones are also done under spinal anesthesia to reduce the treatment burden, and through the 24-hour emergency care system at the Gangnam, Seoul Station, and Jamsil branches and the One-day system, testing, surgery, and recovery are quickly connected.

A hospital with a range of endoscopes, extensive surgical experience, and 24-hour emergency response makes endoscopic stone surgery more effective and stable.