Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Nicole Jorgenson, PA-C relocated to Arizona from Utah in 1992. She received a bachelor’s Degree in Life Science from ASU with an honorary degree from Barrett Honor’s College. Nicole completed her training having received a Masters of Medical Science as a Physician Assistant at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona in 2007.
As a Physician Assistant, Nicole has worked in various fields including retail medicine, family practice, and urgent care. Her favorite field so far has been urology, where she has her most experience. Nicole’s outside interests include spending time with her husband and children. When not working or spending time with family, Nicole can be found playing poker or having a craft beer at a local brewery.
Nicole Jorgenson, PA-C relocated to Arizona from Utah in 1992. She received a bachelor’s Degree in Life Science from ASU with an honorary degree from Barrett Honor’s College. Nicole completed her training having received a Masters of Medical Science as a Physician Assistant at Midwestern University in Glendale, Arizona in 2007.
As a Physician Assistant, Nicole has worked in various fields including retail medicine, family practice, and urgent care. Her favorite field so far has been urology, where she has her most experience. Nicole’s outside interests include spending time with her husband and children. When not working or spending time with family, Nicole can be found playing poker or having a craft beer at a local brewery.
Dr. Faisal is from Gainesville, Florida. She attended Yale University for college and Johns Hopkins University for medical school. She completed her Urology residency at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, MD and further subspecialty training in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery in Minneapolis, MN. She moved to Phoenix, AZ in 2022.
Dr. Faisal graduated Summa Cum Laude from Yale University with a degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. She attended Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed her Urology residency at the prestigious Brady Urologic Institute of Johns Hopkins. At Hopkins, she received comprehensive training in the management of benign and malignant urologic conditions for adult and pediatric patients. During residency, she was also involved in innovative urologic research, published her work in many medical journals, and presented at national and international urology meetings. For her contributions to research in urology, she received the Physician Scientist Award from Johns Hopkins in 2019.
Dr. Faisal completed a fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery in Minneapolis, MN. She specializes in female and male voiding dysfunction, including overactive bladder and urinary incontinence, as well as in female pelvic floor disorders such as pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic/bladder pain syndrome. She performs complex reconstructive pelvic surgeries using both open and endoscopic/laparoscopic techniques.
Similar to her partners at Affiliated Urologists, Dr. Faisal is dedicated to her patients and their quality of life and strives to be the empathetic physician every patient deserves.
Dr. Faisal is from Gainesville, Florida. She attended Yale University for college and Johns Hopkins University for medical school. She completed her Urology residency at Johns Hopkins in Baltimore, MD and further subspecialty training in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery in Minneapolis, MN. She moved to Phoenix, AZ in 2022.
Dr. Faisal graduated Summa Cum Laude from Yale University with a degree in Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology. She attended Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and completed her Urology residency at the prestigious Brady Urologic Institute of Johns Hopkins. At Hopkins, she received comprehensive training in the management of benign and malignant urologic conditions for adult and pediatric patients. During residency, she was also involved in innovative urologic research, published her work in many medical journals, and presented at national and international urology meetings. For her contributions to research in urology, she received the Physician Scientist Award from Johns Hopkins in 2019.
Dr. Faisal completed a fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery in Minneapolis, MN. She specializes in female and male voiding dysfunction, including overactive bladder and urinary incontinence, as well as in female pelvic floor disorders such as pelvic organ prolapse and pelvic/bladder pain syndrome. She performs complex reconstructive pelvic surgeries using both open and endoscopic/laparoscopic techniques.
Similar to her partners at Affiliated Urologists, Dr. Faisal is dedicated to her patients and their quality of life and strives to be the empathetic physician every patient deserves.
Board-certified urologist Shawn Todd, DO, PA, provides personalized, high-quality medical care at Texas Urological Clinic to address the urological health needs of men, women, and children in and around Lufkin, Texas.
Dr. Todd has extensive experience in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases of the kidneys, bladder, prostate, and testicles. He also takes a special interest in hormone optimization and improving sexual function.
After earning his medical degree from the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth, Texas, Dr. Todd completed his residency in urological surgery at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan.
During his training, he fine-tuned his skills in both minimally invasive and robotic surgical techniques to treat kidney stones, cancer, and other urological conditions.
Dr. Todd opened Texas Urological Clinic in September 2015 to provide a safe place for people to discuss uncomfortable symptoms. He helps his patients maintain their privacy and goes the extra mile to improve the quality of their lives.
Jeffrey Zhan PA-C is a board certified Physician Assistant who joined Wound Care Experts in July 2020. He completed his education in a rigorous expedited direct entry Physician Assistant program at Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania. He strives to provide excellent care by educating and counseling his patients as well as creating individualized treatment plans to optimize their wound healing. In his off time he is an avid sports fan and also finds himself trying to find a new adventure whether it be a new hiking trail or national park to explore. Prior to moving to Las Vegas, Jeffrey served as a Physician Assistant in a Urology practice in Seattle, WA. There he gained insightful experience and expertise in surgical practices and outcomes that have served to make him a knowledgeable and qualified wound care specialist.
Jeffrey Zhan PA-C is a board certified Physician Assistant who joined Wound Care Experts in July 2020. He completed his education in a rigorous expedited direct entry Physician Assistant program at Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania. He strives to provide excellent care by educating and counseling his patients as well as creating individualized treatment plans to optimize their wound healing. In his off time he is an avid sports fan and also finds himself trying to find a new adventure whether it be a new hiking trail or national park to explore. Prior to moving to Las Vegas, Jeffrey served as a Physician Assistant in a Urology practice in Seattle, WA. There he gained insightful experience and expertise in surgical practices and outcomes that have served to make him a knowledgeable and qualified wound care specialist.
Jeffrey Zhan PA-C is a board certified Physician Assistant who joined Wound Care Experts in July 2020. He completed his education in a rigorous expedited direct entry Physician Assistant program at Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania. He strives to provide excellent care by educating and counseling his patients as well as creating individualized treatment plans to optimize their wound healing. In his off time he is an avid sports fan and also finds himself trying to find a new adventure whether it be a new hiking trail or national park to explore. Prior to moving to Las Vegas, Jeffrey served as a Physician Assistant in a Urology practice in Seattle, WA. There he gained insightful experience and expertise in surgical practices and outcomes that have served to make him a knowledgeable and qualified wound care specialist.
Dr. Sundararajan Jayachandran specializes in urology. He joined Arizona Center for Cancer Care in 2011 when his team at Northwest Urology Associates, entered into partnership with the practice.
Dr. Jayachandran earned his Bachelor of Science from the Sainik School and attended medical school at Stanley Medical College, both in India. He completed his internship and then a residency in both general surgery and urology at the Brookdale Hospital Medical Center, where he would eventually serve as Chief Resident. Dr. Jayachandran also holds an MBA from George Washington University.
Prior to joining Northwest Urology Associates and Arizona Center for Cancer Care, Dr. Jayachandran held medical positions at the Arizona Medical Clinic, Sun Valley Urology, Cigna Medical Group and the VA Medical Center, among others.
Dr. Sivarajan completed his General Urology residency training at prestigious New York University Langone Medical Center in New York City. He went on to pursue additional specialty fellowship training at the nationally renowned Hackensack University Medical Center where he specialized in Laparoscopy, Robotic Oncology and Minimally Invasive Urology.
Dr. Sivarajan practices the full spectrum of Adult Urology, however, he has specialized training in Laparoscopic and Robotic surgery for the treatment of cancers of the prostate, kidney, bladder, adrenal gland, ureter and renal pelvis as well as reconstructive urologic surgery. He is also an expert in minimally invasive and laser surgery for the management of kidney stones and BPH (benign prostate enlargement).
"Dr. Siv is a brilliant, caring doctor. He speaks clearly using terms easy to understand. He saw immediately what another doctor and hospital had missed which was causing a serious health scare for my husband. He was able to improve my husband’s quality of life with surgery. He took the time to explain the procedure to me." -Sue
"Brilliant and caring surgeon! Greatly improved my husband's quality of life with Rezum for BPH! Thank you, Dr. Siv.!!!" -Nicole
Dr. Sivarajan completed his General Urology residency training at prestigious New York University Langone Medical Center in New York City. He went on to pursue additional specialty fellowship training at the nationally renowned Hackensack University Medical Center where he specialized in Laparoscopy, Robotic Oncology and Minimally Invasive Urology.
Dr. Sivarajan practices the full spectrum of Adult Urology, however, he has specialized training in Laparoscopic and Robotic surgery for the treatment of cancers of the prostate, kidney, bladder, adrenal gland, ureter and renal pelvis as well as reconstructive urologic surgery. He is also an expert in minimally invasive and laser surgery for the management of kidney stones and BPH (benign prostate enlargement).
"Dr. Siv is a brilliant, caring doctor. He speaks clearly using terms easy to understand. He saw immediately what another doctor and hospital had missed which was causing a serious health scare for my husband. He was able to improve my husband’s quality of life with surgery. He took the time to explain the procedure to me." -Sue
"Brilliant and caring surgeon! Greatly improved my husband's quality of life with Rezum for BPH! Thank you, Dr. Siv.!!!" -Nicole
In 2013, Dr. Jaffee moved to Arizona and joined the Phoenix urology clinic, Affiliated Urologists, bringing more than a decade of surgical experience with him. He is double board certified in urology, and female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, now referred to as Urogynecology.
Dr. Jaffee received his bachelor’s degree at McGill University in Montreal, Canada in 1993. After graduating from McGill magna cum laude, Dr. Jaffee received his medical degree from Albany Medical College in New York. During his time at Albany Medical College, Dr. Jaffee was involved in medical research for diseases affecting the prostate at the Leahy Clinic in Massachusetts. It was that experience, combined with the influence of his father who was also a urologist, that convinced him to become a urologist as well.
“I saw how passionate my father was about caring for people and how meticulous he was as a surgeon; he combined his love of science, medicine, and people," said Dr. Jaffee. "He found his work to be profoundly satisfying, and I am fortunate enough to have followed in his footsteps.”
Dr. Jaffee completed his surgical internship and urology residency at SUNY Stony Brook. Following the completion of his training, Dr. Jaffee practiced urology in a diverse academic setting for 10 years in Providence, Rhode Island. He also gave lectures and mentored the medical students at Brown University School of Medicine. Dr. Jaffee's role as a faculty member at Brown University Medical Center required training the residents in urology as well as the fellows in urogynecology.
Dr. Jaffee is proud to have been selected as a Center of Excellence and Faculty Proctor/Preceptor for both Interstim and Urolift. At our Phoenix urology clinic, he is proficient in the treatment of diseases affecting the prostate, bladder, kidney, and genitourinary system. He has additional expertise in issues relating to female pelvic organs and incontinence. In his spare time, Dr. Jaffee enjoys playing tennis, hiking, or unwinding with a good book.
He considers himself extremely lucky to be married to a physician who can help him solve all of life's mysteries, whether they be work or home-related. Together they have four wonderful children and a dog who loves chasing balls without end!
Dr. Joseph Welser is a board-certified urologist who provides comprehensive, patientcentered care for a wide range of urologic conditions. He brings a unique background to patient care. He earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in electrical and computer engineering from Carnegie Mellon University and worked for twelve years in the hightech industry before pursuing a career in medicine. He received his medical degree from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and completed his surgical internship and urology residency at the University of Tennessee in Memphis.
Before entering private practice in Arizona, Dr. Welser practiced in Florida and later moved to the East Valley to be closer to family. He spent seven years working at the Phoenix VA Medical Center, where he cared for veterans with uniquely complex urologic conditions. During that time, he helped modernize and expand urologic services, introduced new surgical procedures, contributed to the development of the robotic surgery program, and performed some of the facility’s first robotic surgeries.
Dr. Welser treats a wide range of conditions including stone disease, benign prostatic enlargement (BPH), erectile dysfunction, and genitourinary cancers. He is experienced in reconstructive and prosthetic urologic surgery, which he finds especially rewarding because it allows him to help patients regain quality of life after trauma, cancer, or other diseases. He is also an adjunct clinical instructor at Mayo Clinic and the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix.
In addition to his clinical training, Dr. Welser recently earned a master’s degree in artificial intelligence from Johns Hopkins University. He uses this background to thoughtfully evaluate new medical technologies and data-driven tools, with the goal of improving care while preserving what matters most: time, clarity, and meaningful communication with patients.
Dr. Welser is compassionate, caring, and down-to-earth. He believes in explaining medical conditions and treatment options in clear, plain language and taking the time to answer all questions. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, visiting national parks, hiking, reading, and exploring new technology
Athena Arbuckle received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Arizona State University. She then went on to complete her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at A.T. Still University. She completed her clinical rotations throughout the Phoenix area. Prior to obtaining her master’s degree, she worked as a radiologic technician and served in the United States Air Force. Athena lives in the Valley with her husband and their two daughters.
Athena Arbuckle received her Bachelor of Science in Psychology at Arizona State University. She then went on to complete her Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies at A.T. Still University. She completed her clinical rotations throughout the Phoenix area. Prior to obtaining her master’s degree, she worked as a radiologic technician and served in the United States Air Force. Athena lives in the Valley with her husband and their two daughters.
In 2013, Dr. Jaffee moved to Arizona and joined the Phoenix urology clinic, Affiliated Urologists, bringing more than a decade of surgical experience with him. He is double board certified in urology, and female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, now referred to as Urogynecology.
Dr. Jaffee received his bachelor’s degree at McGill University in Montreal, Canada in 1993. After graduating from McGill magna cum laude, Dr. Jaffee received his medical degree from Albany Medical College in New York. During his time at Albany Medical College, Dr. Jaffee was involved in medical research for diseases affecting the prostate at the Leahy Clinic in Massachusetts. It was that experience, combined with the influence of his father who was also a urologist, that convinced him to become a urologist as well.
“I saw how passionate my father was about caring for people and how meticulous he was as a surgeon; he combined his love of science, medicine, and people," said Dr. Jaffee. "He found his work to be profoundly satisfying, and I am fortunate enough to have followed in his footsteps.”
Dr. Jaffee completed his surgical internship and urology residency at SUNY Stony Brook. Following the completion of his training, Dr. Jaffee practiced urology in a diverse academic setting for 10 years in Providence, Rhode Island. He also gave lectures and mentored the medical students at Brown University School of Medicine. Dr. Jaffee's role as a faculty member at Brown University Medical Center required training the residents in urology as well as the fellows in urogynecology.
Dr. Jaffee is proud to have been selected as a Center of Excellence and Faculty Proctor/Preceptor for both Interstim and Urolift. At our Phoenix urology clinic, he is proficient in the treatment of diseases affecting the prostate, bladder, kidney, and genitourinary system. He has additional expertise in issues relating to female pelvic organs and incontinence. In his spare time, Dr. Jaffee enjoys playing tennis, hiking, or unwinding with a good book.
He considers himself extremely lucky to be married to a physician who can help him solve all of life's mysteries, whether they be work or home-related. Together they have four wonderful children and a dog who loves chasing balls without end!
In 2013, Dr. Jaffee moved to Arizona and joined the Phoenix urology clinic, Affiliated Urologists, bringing more than a decade of surgical experience with him. He is double board certified in urology, and female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, now referred to as Urogynecology.
Dr. Jaffee received his bachelor’s degree at McGill University in Montreal, Canada in 1993. After graduating from McGill magna cum laude, Dr. Jaffee received his medical degree from Albany Medical College in New York. During his time at Albany Medical College, Dr. Jaffee was involved in medical research for diseases affecting the prostate at the Leahy Clinic in Massachusetts. It was that experience, combined with the influence of his father who was also a urologist, that convinced him to become a urologist as well.
“I saw how passionate my father was about caring for people and how meticulous he was as a surgeon; he combined his love of science, medicine, and people," said Dr. Jaffee. "He found his work to be profoundly satisfying, and I am fortunate enough to have followed in his footsteps.”
Dr. Jaffee completed his surgical internship and urology residency at SUNY Stony Brook. Following the completion of his training, Dr. Jaffee practiced urology in a diverse academic setting for 10 years in Providence, Rhode Island. He also gave lectures and mentored the medical students at Brown University School of Medicine. Dr. Jaffee's role as a faculty member at Brown University Medical Center required training the residents in urology as well as the fellows in urogynecology.
Dr. Jaffee is proud to have been selected as a Center of Excellence and Faculty Proctor/Preceptor for both Interstim and Urolift. At our Phoenix urology clinic, he is proficient in the treatment of diseases affecting the prostate, bladder, kidney, and genitourinary system. He has additional expertise in issues relating to female pelvic organs and incontinence. In his spare time, Dr. Jaffee enjoys playing tennis, hiking, or unwinding with a good book.
He considers himself extremely lucky to be married to a physician who can help him solve all of life's mysteries, whether they be work or home-related. Together they have four wonderful children and a dog who loves chasing balls without end!
In 2013, Dr. Jaffee moved to Arizona and joined the Phoenix urology clinic, Affiliated Urologists, bringing more than a decade of surgical experience with him. He is double board certified in urology, and female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, now referred to as Urogynecology.
Dr. Jaffee received his bachelor’s degree at McGill University in Montreal, Canada in 1993. After graduating from McGill magna cum laude, Dr. Jaffee received his medical degree from Albany Medical College in New York. During his time at Albany Medical College, Dr. Jaffee was involved in medical research for diseases affecting the prostate at the Leahy Clinic in Massachusetts. It was that experience, combined with the influence of his father who was also a urologist, that convinced him to become a urologist as well.
“I saw how passionate my father was about caring for people and how meticulous he was as a surgeon; he combined his love of science, medicine, and people," said Dr. Jaffee. "He found his work to be profoundly satisfying, and I am fortunate enough to have followed in his footsteps.”
Dr. Jaffee completed his surgical internship and urology residency at SUNY Stony Brook. Following the completion of his training, Dr. Jaffee practiced urology in a diverse academic setting for 10 years in Providence, Rhode Island. He also gave lectures and mentored the medical students at Brown University School of Medicine. Dr. Jaffee's role as a faculty member at Brown University Medical Center required training the residents in urology as well as the fellows in urogynecology.
Dr. Jaffee is proud to have been selected as a Center of Excellence and Faculty Proctor/Preceptor for both Interstim and Urolift. At our Phoenix urology clinic, he is proficient in the treatment of diseases affecting the prostate, bladder, kidney, and genitourinary system. He has additional expertise in issues relating to female pelvic organs and incontinence. In his spare time, Dr. Jaffee enjoys playing tennis, hiking, or unwinding with a good book.
He considers himself extremely lucky to be married to a physician who can help him solve all of life's mysteries, whether they be work or home-related. Together they have four wonderful children and a dog who loves chasing balls without end!