Dr. Dennis Kim

Dr. Dennis Kim addresses a wide range of urological conditions, including:

Prostate & Male Genital Conditions

• Male Infertility Factors (e.g., Varicocele, Obstructive Azoospermia): Urological conditions contributing to a couple's inability to conceive.
• Prostatitis (Acute & Chronic Bacterial, Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome): Inflammation or infection of the prostate gland, causing pain, urinary difficulties, and other symptoms.
• Peyronie's Disease: A condition where scar tissue (plaque) forms under the skin of the penis, causing curved, painful erections.

General Urologic Symptoms & Disorders

• Urinary Frequency, Urgency & Nocturia: Symptoms of needing to urinate often, suddenly, or frequently during the night, which can indicate various underlying conditions.
• Painful Urination (Dysuria): Discomfort or burning sensation during urination, often a symptom of infection or inflammation.
• Neurogenic Bladder: Bladder dysfunction caused by neurological damage or conditions affecting nerve control of the bladder.

Urologic Cancers

• Kidney Cancer (Renal Cell Carcinoma): Cancer that originates in the kidneys, with renal cell carcinoma being the most common type in adults.
• Ureteral & Renal Pelvis Cancer: Cancers that form in the urothelial cells lining the ureters (tubes connecting kidneys to bladder) or renal pelvis (funnel-like part of kidney).
• Penile Cancer: A rare type of cancer that occurs on or in the penis.

This list is not exhaustive. For personalized advice regarding your specific urological concerns, please consult with Dr. Dennis Kim.

• Urethral Conditions in Women (e.g., Urethral Diverticulum, Stricture): Diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the female urethra.
• Interstitial Cystitis / Bladder Pain Syndrome (IC/BPS) Management: Multimodal approaches to manage chronic bladder pain and discomfort.
• Erectile Dysfunction (ED) Diagnosis & Treatment: Comprehensive evaluation and management of ED, including oral medications, injection therapy, vacuum devices, and penile prosthesis surgery.
• Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL): Non-invasive procedure using shock waves to break kidney stones into smaller, passable fragments.
• Second Opinion Consultations for Urological Conditions: Providing expert second opinions on complex urological diagnoses and treatment plans to ensure informed patient decisions.
• Urinary Incontinence Evaluation & Treatment in Women (Stress, Urge, Mixed): Comprehensive management of involuntary urine leakage, including behavioral therapies, medications, pelvic floor exercises, and surgical options (e.g., slings).
• Penile & Urethral Cancer Management: Diagnosis and treatment strategies for less common urogenital cancers.

Note: This list provides a general overview. Treatment plans are individualized. Discuss with Dr. Kim for care relevant to your needs.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standards of practice set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) and relevant urological care guidelines. Contact the clinic regarding new patient intake and referral processes.

Dr. Kim practices at a urology clinic located in the Blair, Lang's Farm neighborhood of Cambridge, ON. The facility is conveniently situated within a hospital department and is easily accessible via public transit, with services provided by Grand River Transit (GRT). The practice is dedicated to accessibility, with the facility being wheelchair accessible. Patients can find parking with metered street parking and nearby parking lots available for their convenience. The clinic is close to the Idea Exchange Hespeler, making it an easily reachable location for patients from the surrounding communities.

Are consultations and treatments with Dr. Kim, a Urologist, covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?

Medically necessary consultations with a licensed Urologist like Dr. Kim, as well as most diagnostic tests (e.g., cystoscopy, urodynamics) and provincially insured surgical procedures, are generally covered by Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON when a referral from a family doctor or another specialist is in place. Some newer technologies, medications, or elective procedures (like cosmetic urology or certain non-insured infertility treatments) may not be covered or may require special authorization. It's always recommended to discuss coverage specifics with Dr. Kim's office or Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP).

Do I need a referral to see Dr. Kim, a Urologist?

Yes, for most urological consultations and treatments covered by provincial health plans in ON, a referral from your family physician or another specialist is typically required to see a Urologist like Dr. Kim. This ensures your care is coordinated and appropriate. Some specific services, like vasectomy in certain private clinic settings, might occasionally be accessed directly, but for general urological assessment or provincially insured care, a referral is the standard pathway.

When should I consider seeing a Urologist?

You should consider seeing a Urologist if you experience symptoms such as blood in your urine (hematuria), recurrent urinary tract infections (UTIs), difficulty urinating (hesitancy, weak stream, straining), frequent or urgent need to urinate, urinary incontinence (leakage), pain in the flank, lower abdomen, or groin that might be related to kidney stones, or any concerns related to the male reproductive organs (e.g., testicular pain/lumps, erectile dysfunction, male infertility). Your family doctor can help determine if a referral to a urologist like Dr. Kim is appropriate.

What can be done for urinary incontinence?

Urinary incontinence (loss of bladder control) is a common and often treatable condition. Treatment depends on the type of incontinence (stress, urge, mixed, overflow). Options may include lifestyle changes (e.g., fluid management, bladder training), pelvic floor muscle exercises (Kegels), medications, medical devices (like pessaries for women), nerve stimulation, or surgical procedures (such as sling surgery for stress incontinence). Dr. Kim can help determine the cause and best treatment plan for you.

Unit 2, 1844 Coronation Boulevard
Cambridge, ON N3H 3R9

Phone: (519) 650-4510 | Fax: (519) 650-6045

The facility is wheelchair accessible.

Dr. Kim is a licensed Urologist regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) under the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 and Medicine Act, 1991 in ON. A referral from a family physician is typically required for consultations with Dr. Kim for services covered by the provincial health plan.

Verify registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO): https://doctors.cpso.on.ca/DoctorDetails/Kim-Dennis/0191519-77514