What type of doctor does a vasectomy?

2 years ago by Theodore V. Benderev, MD. This is a good question. In general a urologist will be the best doctor to do a vasectomy. read more

The kind of doctors who performs a vasectomy has likely undergone special training above and beyond achieving their degree. The kind of doctor who does the vasectomy procedure often makes it a significant part of their practice. read more

A vasectomy is a simple procedure that can be performed in a doctor's office in as little as 15 to 30 minutes. It requires only local anesthetic, and typically has few complications. However, for patients with anxiety or a difficult scrotal examination, vasectomy can also be performed under sedation. read more

75% of vasectomies in the United States are done by urologists. Other types of doctors who do vasectomies are primary care physicians, family physicians, general surgeons and gynecologists. Choose a doctor who does vasectomies on a frequent and regular basis. That will usually be a urologist. read more