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Dr. Edward Ming-Iuan Gong, MD is a pediatric urologist in Northbrook, IL specializing in pediatric urology. He graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2002 and has 24 years of experience. Dr. Edward Ming-Iuan Gong, MD is affiliated with Northwestern Medicine, Northwestern University Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (NUCATS), Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and Center for Reproductive Science.
Kidney Stones
Kidney stones are hard deposits that form in the kidneys, made up of minerals that are normally present in urine. They can vary in size, from as small as a grain of sand to as large as a nickel, occasionally even larger. Sometimes they lodge in the kidney, and sometimes they break free and make their way out through the urinary tract, which can be extremely painful.
Kidney stones can be smooth or jagged and are yellow to brown in color. They are mostly comprised of the minerals calcium, oxalate, and phosphorus. Examining the stones to see what they are made of can show what caused the stone to be formed in the first place. For example, a stone made of mostly calcium, which is the most common type, can happen any time the urine becomes too concentrated due to dehydration or a blockage in the kidney. A uric acid stone forms when acid levels in the urine get too high, usually due to excessive consumption of animal protein such as meat and fish. A struvite stone is a sign of certain infections, and a cystine stone can be due to a genetic disorder that raises the risk of kidney stones.
The most common symptom of kidney stones is pain, either in the back or lower abdomen, or severe pain when urinating. There may also be blood in the urine. Treatment for kidney stones depends on how large the stone is. Very small stones can pass out of the body on their own, and they do not require treatment other than drinking adequate water and taking pain killers. Larger stones need to be broken apart and removed. The main treatment options are:
People who have had one kidney stone are at risk of developing another. To reduce this risk, patients are given instructions specific to the type of stone they developed. Generally the instructions will include drinking more water to dilute the urine, but it may also involve lowering sodium intake or eating less meat.
Robotic Surgery
Robotic surgery is a type of minimally invasive surgery, using a tiny opening to get inside the body instead of making a large cut. It uses small tools attached to a thin robotic arm, which is controlled by the surgeon. Robotic surgery may be referred to by the specific kind of robot that is used. The most advanced robot currently in use is called the da Vinci, and surgery using it is sometimes called da Vinci surgery.
There are many benefits to robotic surgery, both for the patient and the surgeon. Robotic surgery allows for more precise movements and increased control during very delicate surgical procedures. This makes performing surgery accurately much easier for surgeons and reduces fatigue. The smaller 'hand' of the robot can enter the body via a much smaller opening, which reduces the risk of infection and scarring and leads to a faster recovery. The robotic hands also contain tiny moveable cameras among their tools, giving surgeons a much closer view of the procedure than would be possible with traditional surgery.
Dr. Edward Ming-Iuan Gong, MD graduated from Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2002. He completed residency at University of Chicago Medical Center. He is certified by the American Board of Urology - Pediatric Urology (Certified) and has a state license in Massachusetts.
Medical School: Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons (2002)
Residency: University of Chicago Medical Center (2008)
Board Certification: American Board of Urology - Pediatric Urology (Certified)
Licensed In: Massachusetts
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Edward Ming-Iuan Gong, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,722
Da Vinci Surgical System $1,722 |
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$125
DEFLUX $125 |
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$19
OXLUMO $19 |
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Dr. Edward Gong specializes in pediatric urology and practices in Chicago, IL, New Lenox, IL, and Northbrook, IL. He is a graduate of Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons and a graduate of the University of Chicago Medical Center's residency program. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Gong include genitourinary cancer, kidney stones, and posterior urethral valves (PUV). Awards and/or distinctions he has received include Gerald P. Murphy Scholar, Gerald P. Murphy Cancer Foundation; SLS Outstanding Laparoendoscopic Resident Surgeon, University of Chicago; and Harry W. Schoenberg Resident Research Award, University of Chicago. His professional affiliations include Northwestern University Clinical and Translational Sciences Institute (NUCATS), Northwestern Memorial Hospital, and Stanley Manne Children's Research Institute.
