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Dr. Jamie C. Messer, MD

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Specializes in: Urology (Urinary Tract Disease)

University of Kentucky College of Medicine (2006)

Professional interests include: benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), kidney cancer, kidney stones, and more.

529 Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202

(502) 562-4673

Dr. Jamie C. Messer, MD is an urologist in Louisville, KY specializing in urology (urinary tract disease). He graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine in 2006 and has 18 years of experience. Dr. Jamie C. Messer, MD is affiliated with UofL Health and UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE PHYSICIANS INC.

Office Locations

Address:

529 Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202

Address:

401 East Chestnut Street Suite 520
Louisville, KY 40202

Address:

3920 Dutchmans Lane Suite 309
Louisville, KY 40207

Address:

3920 Dutchmans Lane
Louisville, KY 40207

Some issues Dr. Jamie C. Messer, 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.

diagnostic procedures	10
doctor visit	359
hospital care	60
inpatient care	60
lab tests	22
minimally invasive procedures	39
minor procedures	11
urologic procedures	36

**Gender**
Male	171
Female	74

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	168
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	93
From 75 to 84	49
85 and over	16
Less than 65	87

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	34
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	53
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	38
Dementia	11
Cancer	33

doctor visit	394
hospital care	41
inpatient care	41
minimally invasive procedures	56
stent placement (stenting)	22
urologic procedures	53

**Gender**
Male	164
Female	90

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	199
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	95
From 75 to 84	58
85 and over	14
Less than 65	87

Hypertension	73
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	22
Diabetes	35
Dementia	11
Cancer	35

anorectal procedures	10
diagnostic procedures	9
dissection	12
doctor visit	419
excision	12
hospital care	28
inpatient care	28
lymph node procedures	12
minimally invasive procedures	83
pelvic surgery	12
stent placement (stenting)	18
urologic procedures	89

**Gender**
Male	374
Female	248

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	486
Black	110
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	240
From 75 to 84	146
85 and over	28
Less than 65	208

Hypertension	71
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	31
Chronic Kidney Disease	63
Asthma	16
Osteoperosis	7
Atrial Fibrilation	14
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	36
Dementia	11
Cancer	33

**Gender**
Male	252
Female	137

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	302
Black	75
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	161
From 75 to 84	89
85 and over	25
Less than 65	114

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	8
Ischemic Heart Disease	35
Depression	32
Chronic Kidney Disease	64
Asthma	22
Osteoperosis	6
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	20
Diabetes	34
Dementia	11
Cancer	30

doctor visit	504
hospital care	128
inpatient care	128
minimally invasive procedures	86
stent placement (stenting)	40
urologic procedures	83

**Gender**
Male	237
Female	112

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	275
Black	59
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	165
From 75 to 84	75
85 and over	22
Less than 65	87

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	54
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	41
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	63
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	5
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	23
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	25
Diabetes	37
Dementia	10
Cancer	35

cancer surgery	13
dissection	17
doctor visit	470
excision	17
hospital care	99
inpatient care	99
lab tests	19
lymph node procedures	17
minimally invasive procedures	85
pelvic surgery	17
stent placement (stenting)	27
urologic procedures	64

**Gender**
Male	247
Female	96

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	289
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	153
From 75 to 84	86
85 and over	18
Less than 65	86

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	30
Chronic Kidney Disease	61
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	35
Dementia	9
Cancer	40

cancer surgery	17
diagnostic procedures	11
doctor visit	463
hospital care	97
inpatient care	97
lab tests	27
minimally invasive procedures	130
minor procedures	12
stent placement (stenting)	36
urologic procedures	127

**Gender**
Male	251
Female	84

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	280
Black	43
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	161
From 75 to 84	90
85 and over	13
Less than 65	71

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	29
Chronic Kidney Disease	63
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	34
Dementia	11
Cancer	39

cancer surgery	10
diagnostic procedures	10
doctor visit	439
hospital care	108
inpatient care	108
lab tests	39
minimally invasive procedures	114
minor procedures	11
stent placement (stenting)	33
urologic procedures	111

**Gender**
Male	250
Female	87

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	275
Black	46
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	181
From 75 to 84	73
85 and over	22
Less than 65	61

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	56
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	26
Chronic Kidney Disease	57
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	4
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	19
Diabetes	35
Dementia	11
Cancer	40

ablation	14
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	33
cancer surgery	33
chemotherapy	33
cryotherapy	14
diagnostic procedures	44
doctor visit	1281
hospital care	366
inpatient care	366
lab tests	155
laser treatment	14
minimally invasive procedures	312
minor procedures	45
stent placement (stenting)	62
urologic procedures	373

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2013 - 2021

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jamie C. Messer, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jamie C. Messer, MD treated as an urologist in Louisville, KY were inpatient care, urologic procedures, hospital care and minimally invasive procedures.

ablation	13
anorectal procedures	10
biological response modifier (BRM) therapy	33
cancer surgery	18
chemotherapy	33
cryotherapy	13
diagnostic procedures	17
dissection	14
doctor visit	536
excision	14
hospital care	117
inpatient care	117
lab tests	52
laser treatment	13
lymph node procedures	14
minimally invasive procedures	113
minor procedures	19
pelvic surgery	14
stent placement (stenting)	33
urologic procedures	117

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2013 - 2021

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jamie C. Messer, MD.

**Gender**
Male	194
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	33
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	227
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	66
85 and over	15
Less than 65	80
65 to 74	124

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jamie C. Messer, MD From 2013 - 2021

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jamie C. Messer, MD treated were hypertension, chronic kidney disease, high cholesterol and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	43
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	30
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	48
Asthma	8
Osteoporosis	3
Heart Failure	19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	28
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	28
Dementia	8

Education & Training

Dr. Jamie C. Messer, MD graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine in 2006. He has a state license in Pennsylvania.

Medical School: University of Kentucky College of Medicine (2006)

Licensed In: Pennsylvania

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Jamie C. Messer, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UofL Health

UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE PHYSICIANS INC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jamie C. Messer, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Astellas Pharma US Inc	$885 XTANDI $336	Vesicare $246	Myrbetriq $123	$180
Cook Incorporated	$594 URO - Biopsy $398	Cook Medical Stents $151	URO - Stents $45
Boston Scientific Corporation	$317 AMS $183	LITHOVUE $68	AMS 700 $34	GENERAL BPH $32
Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation	$184 AFINITOR $115	VOTRIENT RCC $37	SANDOSTATIN LAR $17	VOTRIENT $14
Coloplast Corp	$180 SPEEDICATH $91	CONTINENCE CARE $74	TITAN $15
Other	$2,632 XTANDI $151	HydroPearl $150	Urology & Gynecology Products $143	Lenvima $138	TESTOPEL $124	Other $1,926

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$4,584
Education	$208

Biography

Dr. Jamie Messer's area of specialization is urology (urinary tract disease). Dr. Messer graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. His areas of expertise include the following: bladder cancer, benign prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate), and kidney stones. He is professionally affiliated with UofL Health. Doctor.com reports that he is accepting new patients at his office in Louisville, KY.

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