222017Dec

Top Vasectomy Pros/Cons List

Top Vasectomy Pros/Cons List

Are you considering a vasectomy in 2018? Many vasectomy patients use the new year as an opportunity to schedule a consultation and get the process underway. For those who may still be on the fence, unsure if having a vasectomy is the right choice, we’ve offered a comprehensive pros/cons list for the procedure below. The…

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282017Sep

The Top 10 Vasectomy FAQs

The Top 10 Vasectomy FAQs

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…

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262017Jun

Am I a Good Candidate for a Vasectomy?

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…

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262017May

How to Find a Vasectomy Surgeon

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…

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172016Jun

Do I Need to Prepare to Have a Vasectomy?

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…

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132016May

Five Questions to Ask If You’re Thinking About Getting a Vasectomy

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…

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142016Mar

SDVC’s Vasectomy Guide: Important Terms for Men and Their Partners

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…

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152016Feb

The Best Permanent Contraception? Get the Facts on a Vasectomy at SDVC

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…

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212015Dec

Do I Need a Urologist to Perform My Vasectomy?

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…

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