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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article on Health.com

"11 Ways That You Can Get a UTI"

“Having sex causes bodily fluids to mingle—yours and your partner's. That means particles from your anus can travel forward, where they can potentially get pushed up your urethra. ‘The act of intercourse literally pushes this bacteria from the vaginal vault into the urethra,’ and is the ‘most significant risk factor’ for UTIs in sexually active women.” David Kaufman, M.D., director of Central Park Urology, a division of Maiden Lane Medical, tells Health.com.

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Dr. Kaufman contributed to an article on BetweenUsClinic.com

"Erectile Dysfunction in Young Men – Is It Psychological?"

“Recent studies suggest that ED in younger men may be on the rise. An increasing number of young men seek out treatment and refuse to sweep these frustrating symptoms under the rug.”

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article on WellandGood.com

"Do You Sit on Public Toilet Seats To Pee? A Pelvic Floor Therapist, Infectious Disease Doctor, and Urologist Think You Should"

“The act of squatting strongly engages and tenses the muscles of the groin and pelvic floor, which can potentially cause long-standing spasticity... That can lead to issues like being unable to fully empty your bladder, which can raise your risk of developing a UTI, and needing to go to the bathroom more often.” David Kaufman, M.D., director of Central Park Urology, a division of Maiden Lane Medical, tells WELL+GOOD.

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article on HEALTH.com

"11 UTI Causes You Need to Keep on Your Radar, According to Experts"

“Having sex causes bodily fluids to mingle—yours and your partners. That means poop particles from your anus can travel forward, where they can potentially get pushed up your urethra," David Kaufman, M.D., director of Central Park Urology, a division of Maiden Lane Medical, tells HEALTH.

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article on SELF.com

"Is There Actually Any Way to Prevent Urinary Tract Infections?"

“"By emptying the bladder as completely as possible, you are washing out any bacteria that might have been 'pushed' into the lower urinary tract," David Kaufman, M.D., director of Central Park Urology, a division of Maiden Lane Medical, tells SELF.

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article on SELF.com

"5 Things That Can Cause Cloudy Pee"

“Urine should not be cloudy unless there is a problem,” David Kaufman, M.D., director of Central Park Urology, a division of Maiden Lane Medical, tells SELF. Here are a few reasons why your pee might be cloudy, plus what to do about it.

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article on SELF.com

"How to Deal With a Shy Bladder That Makes Peeing Way Too Hard"

Basically everyone would rather pee in the comfort of their own home instead of in a public stall. But for people with paruresis, also called shy bladder syndrome, peeing in public can truly be impossible.

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article on SELF.com

"Here's What Happens When a Vasectomy Fails"

NFL free agent cornerback Antonio Cromartie just welcomed his 14th child, despite having a vasectomy years ago. Cromartie’s wife, Terricka, gave birth to a baby girl named Jhett Paxton—a little over a year after the couple swore they were done having kids after they had twins in 2016. Now, the couple says they really, really mean it.

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article on SELF.com

"​7 Penis Problems Your Partner Should Probably Get Checked Out"

If your partner has a penis, you’re probably pretty familiar with it. That means you’re also likely to be aware if something suddenly seems off—that, and hearing him complain about it. While many penis issues might be no big deal, it's usually a good idea to get them checked out, just in case. You'd do the same for your vagina, right?

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article in Women's Health by journalist Korin Miller.

"​The Bizarre Reason These Guys Are Getting Vasectomies"

You probably think of a vasectomy as a procedure dads get when they’re done having kids, but there’s a new group of men who are getting them as well: Hamptons bachelors.

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article in Yahoo by journalist Korin Miller.

"Scientists Have Made a Major Breakthrough in Developing Male Birth Control"

It’s been more than 50 years since the first oral birth control pill was available to women and, since then, there hasn’t been a similar product on the market for men. However, science is making huge strides toward changing that.

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article in Glamour by journalist Korin Miller.

"No, Having a UTI Doesn't Mean You Had Too Much Sex Last Week (and Other Misconceptions)"

Between the burning sensation and feeling like you have to pee 24/7, having a urinary tract infection sucks—it just does. Sure, it’s treatable, but you probably want to do everything you can to avoid getting one in the first place.

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article in Self by journalist Korin Miller.

"Welp, Turns Out Vasectomies Aren’t Foolproof"

As one expert says, “When we perform a vasectomy, we take away the ammo, but the gun’s still loaded.”.

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article in Self by journalist Korin Miller.

"3 Signs Of A Kidney Infection You Should Never Ignore"

Here's why they occur, and when to take action.

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Dr. Kaufman was recently featured in an article on Yahoo Health.

"Kate Winslet Explains Why She Can’t Jump on Trampolines Anymore"

You may think adult incontinence is for the elderly, but actress Kate Winslet recently revealed on the The Graham Norton Show that she suffers from the condition.

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Dr. Kaufman was recently featured in an article on Women's Health Magazine.

"Here's What It Means if Your Guy's Penis Smells"

Stanky peen happens. Here's what to do about it.

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Dr. Kaufman was recently featured in an article on Women's Health Magazine.

"Enter the terms you wish to search for. SEX & LOVE SIP YOURSELF SLIM IN THE MAG SHOP SUBSCRIBE "

Rushing to the ER with burning pee is pretty much the opposite of awesome, but it’s even less so when doctors misdiagnose you.

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Dr. Kaufman was recently featured in an article on Yahoo Health.

"‘Game Of Thrones’ Actress Sophie Turner Only Pees Twice A Day — But Is That Healthy?"

Actress Sophie Turner shows off noteworthy survival skills as Sansa Stark on Game of Thrones, so it’s not surprising that she’s pretty tough in real life as well: “I have a really strong bladder and only pee twice a day,” she recently told InStyle. “I’m able to hold it for hours. I don’t even think about it during the day, and then I eventually realize I should probably go.”

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Urinating Before Intercourse Can Increase UTI Risk
January 28, 2015

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Dr. Kaufman was recently featured in an article on Yahoo Health.

"The Pre-Sex Move You Should Stop Doing Now"

If you’re a woman, chances are you’ve heard the advice, “You should pee before and after having sex.” (If you’re not familiar with the logic, the idea is that emptying your bladder before and after you get busy will somehow help prevent a urinary tract infection.)

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Dr. Kaufman was featured in an article in Self by journalist Barry Yeoman.

"Not Just a Bladder Infection"

For years, physicians thought women suffering from interstitial cystitis were hysterical. Now there’s professional recognition—and hope.

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Dr. Kaufman participates in a webcast on ABC News

"Sex and the Elderly Man"

MARK POCHAPIN, MD: Hi, welcome to our webcast. I'm Dr. Mark Pochapin, and we're going to talk a little bit about the elderly patient, or actually say the elderly person. When we think about someone elderly, we think about someone who has a lack of function. But today we're going to talk about someone who engages in something that we think more with younger people, such as sexual activity. It's a topic that often doesn't get much attention, but is incredibly important in terms of someone enjoying his life.

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