Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center introduces Aquablation Therapy for enlarged prostate

Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is proud to announce the addition of Aquablation® therapy—an advanced, minimally invasive treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), commonly known as an enlarged prostate. With the introduction of this cutting-edge technology, Conemaugh Memorial joins Conemaugh Nason Medical Center as one of the few hospitals in Western Pennsylvania offering this innovative approach to urologic care. 

BPH is a common condition among aging men, often causing symptoms such as frequent urination, difficulty starting or stopping urination, and a weak stream. If left untreated, BPH can lead to more serious health issues and significantly reduce quality of life. 

Aquablation therapy provides a new solution by using a heat-free, robotically controlled waterjet to remove excess prostate tissue. Guided by real-time imaging, this precise technique helps preserve the structures responsible for urinary control and sexual function, offering relief from symptoms with fewer side effects than traditional or heat-based procedures. 

“This technology is an exciting step forward for our patients,” said Juddson Chason, MD. “Aquablation allows us to tailor treatment to each patient’s unique anatomy, resulting in better outcomes with lower risk.” 

“Being able to deliver this level of advanced, personalized care locally means our patients no longer have to travel far for the best possible results,” added Dr. Chason. 

Performed under anesthesia in a hospital setting, Aquablation typically requires only a short hospital stay and delivers long-term symptom relief. Unlike conventional surgical methods that rely on heat or incisions, Aquablation’s waterjet technique minimizes the risk of complications such as incontinence or sexual dysfunction. 

By offering this state-of-the-art therapy at both Conemaugh Memorial and Conemaugh Nason, the Conemaugh Health System is expanding access to advanced BPH treatment for patients across western and central Pennsylvania. 

“This addition reflects our ongoing commitment to investing in the best available treatments for our community,” said Rodney Reider, Chief Executive Officer and Market President of Conemaugh Health System. “We’re proud to expand access to Aquablation therapy and provide men with a safer, highly effective option for managing BPH—right here at home.” 

Men who frequently wake during the night to urinate or feel they can’t fully empty their bladder are encouraged to speak with their primary care provider about whether Aquablation may be right for them. 

To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit Conemaugh.org/Aquablation.