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Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD

(16 Ratings)

Specializes in: Urology (Urinary Tract Disease)

St. Louis University School of Medicine (2008)

Professional interests include: vasectomy, urologic (genitourinary) disorders, benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), and more.

1 Akron General Avenue
Akron, OH 44307

(216) 444-5600

Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD is an urologist in Akron, OH specializing in urology (urinary tract disease). He graduated from St. Louis University School of Medicine in 2008 and has 16 years of experience. Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD is affiliated with Akron General, Cleveland Clinic, Akron General Health and Wellness Center, Bath, Medina Hospital Medical Office Building, Akron General Health and Wellness Center, Green and Akron General Urology, Fairlawn.

Office Locations

Address:

1 Akron General Avenue
Akron, OH 44307

Address:

1946 Town Park Boulevard
Uniontown, OH 44685

Address:

2651 W Market Street
Fairlawn, OH 44333

Address:

2651 W. Market Street
Akron, OH 44333

Address:

4125 Medina Road
Akron, OH 44333

Address:

4798 Wilshire Drive
Copley, OH 44321

Address:

970 East Washington Street
Medina, OH 44256

Some issues Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD can help you with:

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (Enlarged Prostate)

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is a noncancerous condition in which the prostate gland becomes enlarged. BPH affects about half of men between the ages of 50 and 60, and approximately 80% of men over 80. As the prostate grows in size, it can press down on the tube where urine flows out of the body (the urethra) and cause urinary problems.

Medication can relieve mild to moderate symptoms of BPH, such as frequent urination, incomplete bladder emptying, a weak urine stream, and straining while urinating. However, other forms of treatment may be more appropriate if an individual has pain with urination, frequent urinary tract infections, or is unable to urinate. The size of the prostate and the severity of their symptoms will determine the type of treatment they need. If the prostate is not very large, doctors will likely recommend a transurethral procedure. This minimally invasive technique involves the insertion of a scope into the urethra. The most common transurethral procedures for BPH are:

Transurethral incision of the prostate or TUIP, where the surgeon uses the scope to make small cuts in the area of the prostate that meets the bladder. These cuts will open up the pathway for urine and allow it to flow with more ease.
Transurethral needle ablation or TUNA, where needles are inserted through the scope and into the prostate. The needles use radiofrequency waves to destroy excess prostate tissue.
Laser prostate ablation, where lasers pass through the scope to melt away the part of the prostate causing urine blockage.
Transurethral resection of the prostate or TURP, where the inside of the prostate is trimmed and removed one tiny piece at a time using the scope.

If the prostate is too big for a transurethral procedure, an individual may need a simple prostatectomy, which can be done in one of three ways: laparoscopic, robotic, or open. During a laparoscopic simple prostatectomy, a surgeon makes several small incisions on the belly. Then they insert a long tube with a camera into one of the cuts and surgical instruments into the others. Using the camera to see inside the belly, they carefully removes the enlarged part of the prostate. Robotic simple prostatectomy uses the same techniques as the laparoscopic method, but the surgery is done with the help of a robot. For men with very large prostates, open simple prostatectomy may be the best treatment option. This surgery differs from the other approaches in that it requires a much larger incision.

Most transurethral treatments for BPH, like TUIP, TUNA, and laser prostate ablation, are done in the doctor's office or outpatient surgery center. TURP and simple prostatectomy, however, need to be performed in the hospital and require an average stay of one to three days. Patients should wait a week before doing any strenuous activities after a TUIP, TUNA, or laser prostate ablation, and about four to six weeks after a TURP or simple prostatectomy. Although these treatments improve BPH symptoms for most patients, it is important to be aware of the risks involved, such as urine control issues, tightening of the urethra, and erectile dysfunction.

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:

Shock wave lithotripsy, which uses sound wave vibrations to break apart the stone
Percutaneous nephrolithotomy, or the use of a very tiny tool (like a wire inserted through the back) to break apart and remove the stone
Ureteroscopy, a thin tube inserted through the urethra and bladder to the stone, where tiny tools can grasp the stone and remove

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.

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, happens when bacteria enter the body through the opening where urine is normally released. The bacteria infect the lining of the urethra and bladder, turning them red and inflamed. This causes pain in the abdomen or pelvic area, a burning sensation during urination, a sense of urgency about going to the bathroom, frequent urination, and urine that smells bad and looks cloudy, or even contains traces of blood. If the urinary tract infection is severe, it may travel all the way to the kidneys, a more serious kind of UTI called pyelonephritis. Patients with this kidney infection might have blood in their urine, feel back pain, and develop a fever.

Urinary tract infections are extremely common: 12% of all men and 40-50% of all women will have a urinary tract infection during their lifetime. They are more common in women because women have shorter urethras, so bacteria have a shorter distance to travel from the outside of the body to the bladder and cause an infection. Some people also have urethras that are an unusual shape or have an obstruction in the urethra that makes getting a UTI more likely. Also, certain chronic illnesses like diabetes weaken the immune system, so any bacteria in the body are more likely to cause an infection.

A urinary tract infection can be diagnosed very quickly by a doctor. A sample of urine can be examined under a microscope for the presence of bacteria or white blood cells. There are also diagnostic strips that can be used to test a urine sample without the need for a microscope. Once a diagnosis is made, treatment is a course of oral antibiotics, and most patients feel better within just a few days. There are some things that patients can do themselves to help reduce the risk of getting a urinary tract infection in the future. Stay well hydrated, wipe from front to back after going to the bathroom, wear breathable cotton undergarments, and don't hold it in when patients feel the urge to go.

doctor visit	41
hospital care	79
inpatient care	79
lab tests	37

**Gender**
Male	76
Female	45

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	105
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	33
From 75 to 84	36
85 and over	31
Less than 65	21

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	11
Ischemic Heart Disease	51
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	54
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	41
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	32
Diabetes	38
Dementia	27
Cancer	12

anorectal procedures	27
diagnostic procedures	27
doctor visit	292
foreign body removal	19
hospital care	208
inpatient care	208
lab tests	192
minimally invasive procedures	79
stent placement (stenting)	25
urologic procedures	175

**Gender**
Male	210
Female	129

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	292
Black	34
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	113
From 75 to 84	94
85 and over	57
Less than 65	75

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	10
Ischemic Heart Disease	48
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	9
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	38
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	33
Diabetes	47
Dementia	21
Cancer	13

anorectal procedures	17
blood draw	21
diagnostic procedures	17
doctor visit	357
foreign body removal	11
hospital care	145
inpatient care	145
lab tests	232
minimally invasive procedures	35
urologic procedures	81

**Gender**
Male	414
Female	242

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	556
Black	62
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	244
From 75 to 84	190
85 and over	108
Less than 65	114

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	60
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	19
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	19
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	37
Dementia	21
Cancer	19

anorectal procedures	26
blood draw	22
catheterization	38
diagnostic procedures	26
doctor visit	540
foreign body removal	15
hospital care	126
inpatient care	126
lab tests	329
laser treatment	17
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation)	16
minimally invasive procedures	81
stent placement (stenting)	34
urologic procedures	204

**Gender**
Male	297
Female	147

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	370
Black	47
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	188
From 75 to 84	116
85 and over	74
Less than 65	66

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	26
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	23
Diabetes	39
Dementia	17
Cancer	18

anorectal procedures	21
blood draw	12
catheterization	26
diagnostic procedures	21
doctor visit	595
hospital care	71
inpatient care	71
lab tests	312
laser treatment	13
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation)	12
minimally invasive procedures	62
stent placement (stenting)	29
urologic procedures	133

**Gender**
Male	325
Female	144

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	406
Black	36
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	219
From 75 to 84	125
85 and over	76
Less than 65	49

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	59
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	28
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	8
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	21
Diabetes	36
Dementia	19
Cancer	22

doctor visit	574
hospital care	88
inpatient care	88
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation)	15
minimally invasive procedures	86
stent placement (stenting)	12
urologic procedures	80

**Gender**
Male	365
Female	169

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	481
Black	24
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	245
From 75 to 84	166
85 and over	72
Less than 65	51

Hypertension	72
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	27
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	32
Dementia	17
Cancer	21

anorectal procedures	23
cancer surgery	10
diagnostic procedures	23
doctor visit	651
hospital care	82
inpatient care	82
laser treatment	13
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation)	39
minimally invasive procedures	132
stent placement (stenting)	26
urologic procedures	182

**Gender**
Male	425
Female	172

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	538
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	29
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	292
From 75 to 84	185
85 and over	66
Less than 65	54

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	50
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	33
Dementia	16
Cancer	21

anorectal procedures	14
diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	511
hospital care	61
inpatient care	61
laser treatment	11
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation)	25
minimally invasive procedures	100
stent placement (stenting)	22
urologic procedures	121

**Gender**
Male	374
Female	162

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	480
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	29
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	291
From 75 to 84	150
85 and over	52
Less than 65	43

Hypertension	69
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	47
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	33
Dementia	13
Cancer	21

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD treated as an urologist in Akron, OH were lab tests, urologic procedures, inpatient care and hospital care.

ablation	10
anorectal procedures	19
blood draw	18
cancer surgery	10
catheterization	32
diagnostic procedures	19
doctor visit	528
foreign body removal	13
hospital care	109
inpatient care	109
lab tests	220
laser treatment	13
lithotripsy (stone fragmentation)	24
minimally invasive procedures	104
stent placement (stenting)	25
urologic procedures	164

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD.

**Gender**
Female	121
Male	248

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	20
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	322
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	5

**Age**
85 and over	53
75 to 84	106
Less than 65	47
65 to 74	162

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	25
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	6
Heart Failure	22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	18
Diabetes	29
Atrial Fibrillation	13
Dementia	15
Cancer	14

Education & Training

Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD graduated from St. Louis University School of Medicine in 2008. He completed residency at Northeastern Ohio Universities Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Urology and has a state license in Ohio.

Medical School: St. Louis University School of Medicine (2008)

Residency: Northeastern Ohio Universities Affiliated Hospitals (2013)

Board Certification: Urology

Licensed In: Ohio

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Akron General

Cleveland Clinic

Akron General Health and Wellness Center, Bath

Medina Hospital Medical Office Building

Akron General Health and Wellness Center, Green

Akron General Urology, Fairlawn

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.88 out of 5 stars based on 16 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Akron, OH.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Michael Gene Gangel Jr., MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Astellas Pharma US Inc	$641 Myrbetriq $171	Vesicare $160	XTANDI $100	$210
Boston Scientific Corporation	$415 AMS 700 $133	Rezum $125	AMS 700 CXR RTE KIT $119	Advantage $38
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$341 Sacral Nerve Stimulation - Neuro $210	INTERSTIM $131
AbbVie, Inc.	$250 Lupron $250
Coloplast Corp	$196 GENESIS $100	FEMALE INCONTINENCE $84	TITAN $12
Other	$1,205 CLARIX $235	Urolift $155	AquaBeam Robotic System $125	Da Vinci Surgical System $101	PROCRIT $90	Other $499

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$2,748
Education	$300

Biography

Dr. Michael Gangel is a medical specialist in urology (urinary tract disease). Dr. Gangel obtained his medical school training at St. Louis University School of Medicine and performed his residency at Akron General Medical Center and a hospital affiliated with Northeastern Ohio Universities. Clinical interests for Dr. Gangel include bladder cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), and erectile dysfunction (impotence). Patient reviews placed him at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). He is affiliated with Akron General.