Dr. Roscoe S Nelson MD, Urologist
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Dr. Roscoe S Nelson MD

Urologist

5/5(128)
6320 W. Union Hills Dr. B-2600 Glendale AZ, 85308
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Dr. Roscoe Nelson is a urologist practicing in Glendale, AZ. Dr. Nelson specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.

Education and Training

Brigham Young University BS 1989

UC San Diego MD 1993

UC Davis Urology Residency 1999

Univ of Ca, San Diego, Sch of Med, La Jolla Ca 1993

Board Certification

UrologyAmerican Board of UrologyABU

Provider Details

Male English, Spanish 25 years of experience
Dr. Roscoe S Nelson MD
Dr. Roscoe S Nelson MD's Expert Contributions
  • prostate

    Great question. Although the urethra is continuous from the bladder to the tip of the penis inside the prostate its more of just a lining. Picture it as a carpet overlying the prostate gland. When you resect it, yes, you are removing the urethral lining. It starts to reline itself within days and eventually has a complete new lining. Like removing carpet, lowering the floor, then laying in new carpet. READ MORE

  • pain after vasectomy

    It depends on how long ago your vasectomy was. If in the last few weeks, that is not uncommon. If several months ago you probably need to get checked out. Could be infection, sperm granuloma, scar, etc. RSN READ MORE

  • Small bump on a testicle?

    The bumps on the penis are probably pearly papules since you have never had sex. The bump on the testicle needs to get checked by a doctor. Testicular cancer is the most common solid tumor in young men. You may need an ultrasound. On a positive note, if it moves around and is not attached to the testicle it is probably just your epididymis. Please get checked. RSN READ MORE

  • UTI? Kidney Stones? Anxiety??

    If you had symptoms in November and had a negative CT scan it's unlikely the symptoms you're having now are from a stone. Stones can form fast but are still unlikely. Problem is that a CT with contrast can miss small stones because the contrast is white and stones are white on CT. If blood is in the urine it's possible. More likely cystitis. Check into a test by a company called Pathnostics. It checks PCR for a lot of microorganisms that may not grow out on culture. READ MORE

  • Pimple On scrotum

    It sounds like a small abscess that needs to be drained. It could be a sebaceous cyst, check out pictures on the internet. Those shouldn't be popped. Now that there is puss it probably needs to be drained. READ MORE

  • Advice on retracting my foreskin?

    As an adult, it's not normal to not be able to retract your foreskin. If the opening is tight, its call phimosis and you may need a circumcision. It's possible you have adhesions that could be treated by a Urologist. READ MORE

  • Infection or not

    Fishy smell is often Trichomonas which is an infection. This won=E2=80=99t show up on a regular culture, it has to be tested for. Both partners need to be treated. @thepeedoc READ MORE

  • Does fertility improve after varicocele embolization?

    About 2/3 of patients who have varicocele repaired have improvement in semen parameters. Best of luck! @thepeedoc READ MORE

  • Urinary issues?

    That's easy. Get a 2nd opinion. You probably were living close to the edge and something tipped you over. Once your bladder stretched out, you're on the "other side" of the edge and struggling. You likely will need long-term medication (you're on 2 of the big 3 we use). The 3rd med you could use is Cialis 5 mg daily. If a patient doesn't want to be on meds then I'd look in and see the configuration of the prostate. Options depending on size and configuration include TURP (laser or regular), UroLift, Rezum, etc. UroLift is the only treatment without sexual side effect. If it was me, I'd probably try the combination of tamsulosin and Cialis and see if that'9s better. If not, seek treatment. RSN READ MORE

  • Foreskin issue?

    That’s pretty normal. It might pose a problem as you get older, diabetic, or heavier. Consider a circumcision if it ever is a real bother. READ MORE

  • Why boyfriend won't wear condoms?

    There is a condom for every size and condition. He’s obviously not trying hard enough. READ MORE

  • Post hernia question?

    Very strange. Even if they damage the vas deferens, that is only 3% to 5% of your ejaculate. It really should have nothing to do with your ability to climax. Usually, that’s a result of medications, nerve injury, or diabetes. READ MORE

  • PVR Test?

    Don't do anything different if it's just a post-void residual. They will ask you to urinate and then measure how much is left with an ultrasound. If you over drink, sometimes your bladder will be stretched out and it won't be accurate. READ MORE

  • Antibiotic Schedule?

    Usually, that means one pill twice a day. A couple of anabiotic’s for epididymitis might be affected by food, so just watch the instructions if you were to take them with food or on an empty stomach. READ MORE

  • Why do I have delayed ejaculation?

    Anti-depressant medication is the number 1 reason. Diabetes can also be a cause. READ MORE

  • How to clear a fungal infection on your penis?

    Usually, we use a combination of steroid and anti-fungal such as triamcinolone and nystatin. If this doesn’t work, sometimes you end up needing a circumcision. Roscoe S. Nelson, MD READ MORE

  • Can I get a UTI from this?

    It would be very unlikely to "catch" a standard UTI from your girlfriend. There are some vaginal infections (STIs, yeast, etc.) that can be transmitted. Thanks, Roscoe S. Nelson, MD READ MORE

  • Do I have a urinary tract infection?

    Probably. It could be something worse, but at 21, the most likely diagnosis is a UTI of some sort. See a doctor as you will need antibiotics. RSN READ MORE

  • Blood in semen. Is this bad?

    Hematospermia, or blood in the semen, is common and usually benign. That being said you should have a rectal exam and a PSA. You should also have a urine checked for blood. Most of the time it's benign and heals in a few weeks. Roscoe S. Nelson, MD READ MORE

  • Why should people with kidney stones avoid spinach?

    Spinach, other greens, leafy vegetables, along with coffee, tea, dark sodas, and nuts, all have high counts of oxalates in them. For that matter, other foods in excess like meat or protein can cause different types of stones. Roscoe S. Nelson, MD READ MORE

Expert Publications

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Areas of expertise and specialization

Prostatic DiseaseMale Health ClinicHormone HealthTestosteroneNo-scalpel, No-needle VasectomyProstate CancerBladder CancerKidney CancerBPHKidney Stones

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Chief of Surgery Arrowhead Hospital 2009 - 2013
  • Board of Trustees Arrowhead Hospital 2013 - 2017
  • Adjunct Clinical Professor Midwestern University 2003 - 2017

Dr. Roscoe S Nelson MD's Practice location

Arizona Center for Urology

6320 W. Union Hills Dr. B-2600 -
Glendale, AZ 85308
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5750 W Thunderbird Rd Suite B200 -
Glendale, AZ 85306
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Dr. Roscoe S Nelson MD has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 128 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Urologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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    Hydrocele repair is a surgical process that aims to correct the swelling of the scrotum that occurs as a result of hydroceles. A hydrocele is a painless buildup of fluid around the testicles. Fluid buildup causes the scrotum and the groin area to swell. This swelling can make you uncomfortable even...

  • What is an Epididymal Cyst?

    OverviewAn epididymal cyst or a spermatocele is a benign cyst that usually develops in the epididymis. The epididymis is a long, coiled tube that collects, stores, and transports sperm from the testes. Approximately 30 percent of males develop this condition in their lives.Another term for an...

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