Even with more men turning to the vasectomy procedure in the past decade, the word “vasectomy” can still trigger a “no way” gut reaction in men who are unfamiliar with what the procedure actually entails. San Diego Vasectomy Center (SDVC) has detailed some of the myths and misconceptions surrounding the procedure (here and here), but…
Why A Vasectomy Provides Men with the Opportunity to “Step Up” And Take Responsibility for Family Planning
Outside of using condoms, spermicide or having a vasectomy, contraceptive options where the responsibility for family planning is either shared or held by the male partner is limited. Women can choose from the birth control pill, an IUD, a birth control implant, a birth control injection, tubal ligation (“tubes tied”), a birth control patch, diaphragm,…
Am I a Good Candidate for a Vasectomy?
Who makes a good candidate for a vasectomy? If you’re considering the procedure, but unsure if it’s the right fit for your family planning goals, the San Diego Vasectomy Center has prepared an easy checklist to review, which you can find below: Men who are certain they have completed their families Men who are certain…
How to Find a Vasectomy Surgeon
Once a man has decided that having a vasectomy is the best choice for permanent contraception, the next step is finding the right vasectomy surgeon to perform the procedure. Although vasectomies can be performed by non-surgeons, those seeking the highest-quality care will likely want more expertise, board certifications and even a background in urology from…
Do I Need to Prepare to Have a Vasectomy?
One of the first questions men ask Dr. Bastuba after scheduling their vasectomy is whether there is anything they can do to prepare for the procedure. You can rest easy – there isn’t much men need to do in the days leading up to a vasectomy at SDVC. We’ve outlined the handful of simple steps…
Five Questions to Ask If You’re Thinking About Getting a Vasectomy
Getting a vasectomy may not seem as straightforward as initially expected. After all of the time and consideration it takes to decide that a vasectomy is the right choice, most men still have questions about everything from how to find a qualified vasectomy surgeon to when will they feel like themselves again. This is completely…
SDVC’s Vasectomy Guide: Important Terms for Men and Their Partners
Are you considering a vasectomy? The procedure still has a few misconceptions attached to it, which is why San Diego Vasectomy Center (SDVC) has put together a convenient vasectomy guide for the men who are interested in undergoing a vasectomy, but want to learn more before scheduling an appointment with SDVC. Vasectomy – SDVC utilizes…
The Best Permanent Contraception? Get the Facts on a Vasectomy at SDVC
Although it’s a fairly common procedure, vasectomies are often marred by myths and misconceptions about its effectiveness and about the procedure itself. In movies and on television, characters considering the procedure often have a hyperbolic or completely fabricated panicked reaction, discomfort, and even outright pain. The modern vasectomy, however, is nothing like how it’s frequently…
Do I Need a Urologist to Perform My Vasectomy?
A vasectomy is a procedure that carries a lot of misconceptions about discomfort, invasiveness and recovery. Men considering the procedure are often on the lookout for the best possible physician and on the fence regarding who to go to. Some men want a urologist to perform their vasectomy and others believe a general surgeon or…
November 13th Is World Vasectomy Day
San Diego Vasectomy Center (SDVC) will join thousands around the world November 13th to recognize World Vasectomy Day, established to “promote greater understanding and participation by men in family planning.” World Vasectomy Day celebrates men who are willing to step up and take responsibility for family planning. Aside from condom use, the female partner is…