Need Advice on Surgeon in AL/TN Region

[spinal13]

Hello,

I am new to this board. I live in North Alabama and am in the process of scheduling an implant. The local urologist did a total of 10 implants last year, needless to say, I am looking for a high volume urologist in my area. I am located halfway between Nashville and Birmingham.

Does anyone have any thoughts as to Dr. Dean Knoll in Nashville vs. Dr. Brian Christine in Birmingham?

Thanks.

[youngnwithED]

How far are you from Snellville, Georgia? I was implanted by Dr. Hakky of Advanced Urology and he was great. I believe he does over 200/year

P.S. first post on the forum and as a younger guy (below 30) - hope I can help others

[LeRoastBeef]

I don't want to derail this thread but, youngwithED, do you fancy telling us your story?

There are a few younger guys here (I'm one) and it's so valuable to hear about life post implant.
I shall say no more and stay out of this thread! Best to both of you.

[spinal13]

Snellville is about 4 hours, slightly further but definitely doable. I will add him to my list to check out.

Thanks. I'm glad to hear that it worked out well for you.

[Maverick2dog]

I have talked with Dr Christine. He has an option on his website to talk to him for a nominal fee, I did that. If I remember right he does about 250 implants a year. He is 55 years old and has a lot of experience. Dr Christine was trained by Dr Knoll. I tried to talk to Dr Knoll but he does not do phone consults. I live in Atlanta and did not want to Drive to Nashville without talking to him first. I am having a revision next week. I will be using Dr Christine.

Dr Hakky did my original implant and first revision. He is a good surgeon and I would recommend him. I have had some complications and thought it would not hurt to have someone else to take a look.

[spinal13]

Thanks Maverick2dog, that's very helpful information. I'm sorry you're having complications, I hope it works out for you.