Emad R Rizkala, MD

Dr. Emad R. Rizkala is a board-certified urologist and the Director of Robotic Surgery at Bayshore Medical Center. He is a recognized leader in advanced robotic, laparoscopic, and minimally invasive surgery for a wide range of urologic conditions.

His surgical practice is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art care for prostate cancer, kidney cancer, and bladder cancer, as well as complex kidney stone disease and enlarged prostate (BPH). Dr. Rizkala completed his advanced fellowship in Laparoscopy, Robotics, and Endourology at the world-renowned Glickman Urological and Kidney Institute at the Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Dr. Rizkala earned his medical degree from Stony Brook School of Medicine and completed his urology residency at New York Medical College. A recognized innovator in his field, he was awarded 1st Prize by the European Association of Urology for his pioneering work in robotic single-site surgery. He has proctored and taught advanced surgical techniques to other urologists both nationally and internationally.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What are the benefits of robotic surgery? It's a type of "keyhole" surgery where I use a console to control robotic arms. This lets me be very precise through tiny cuts, which means less pain and a faster recovery for you.

2. I have prostate cancer. Does that always mean surgery? Not always. For slow-growing cancers, we might just watch it closely. If treatment is needed, robotic surgery to remove the prostate is a very effective option with a quick recovery.

3. What is an enlarged prostate (BPH)? It's a very common condition in men as they get older that can make it hard to urinate. It is not cancer, and there are many effective treatments available to improve your symptoms.

4. What are kidney stones and how are they treated? Kidney stones are hard deposits that form in your kidneys and can be very painful when they pass. Depending on the size and location, we can treat them with sound waves or use tiny cameras and lasers to break them up.

5. How can I schedule an appointment with Dr. Rizkala?
You can schedule an appointment with Dr. Rizkala by calling one of his Summit Health offices in Monmouth or Middlesex counties.

• 2 Hospital Plaza, Suite 110, Old Bridge
  732-972-9000
• 733 North Beers Street, Suite L6, Holmdel
  732-780-7603