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Kidney Stone Treatment in Atlanta

What Are Kidney Stones?

Most kidney stones (also known as urolithiasis) are formed due to changes in the natural balance of minerals and water in the urine. They consist of salts and minerals which crystallize and stick together, forming mineral deposits known as stones. If large enough, they may be stuck in the urinary tract system.

We Offer The Best Treatment For Kidney Stones In Atlanta

We have the best tools to find and remove stones. Our most advanced treatments have incredible precision and pinpoint accuracy, resulting in better stone clearance. We know kidney stones are painful, so we offer same-day appointments. Most importantly, they're covered by insurance!

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Common Signs & Symptoms Of Kidney Stones


  • Pain on the sides and back of the abdomen, between the lower ribs and hips; may radiate down to the groin area
  • Recurrent dull pain in the flank*
  • Pain that comes in waves and fluctuates in intensity
  • Pain on urination or urethra spasms
  • Pink, red or brown urine


  • Cloudy or foul-smelling urine
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Persistent need to urinate
  • Urinating more often than usual
  • Urinating small amounts
  • Fever and chills if an infection is present

*This typically is a sign for kidney stones, however, we do other tests to ensure that you do not have any other kidney issues

Possible Causes 
Of Kidney Stones

Many people associate kidney and ureteral stones with pain. However, symptoms can vary from severe pain to no pain at all, depending on stone characteristics such as size, shape, and location in the urinary tract. Many patients have kidney stones, yet very few ever have a comprehensive evaluation as to the reason they are forming stones.

At Advanced Urology, we always evaluate the root cause of stone formation. We can help prevent stones before they start. Better yet, if you have a history of forming stones, you have a 50% chance of forming another stone. We can help prevent more from forming!

Insufficient fluid intake
A protein (or sodium) rich diet
Not enough citrate production (genetic)
Existing conditions such as metabolic syndrome, obesity, diabetes and gout
A regulatory disorder of the parathyroid glands (hyperparathyroidism)
Bowel surgery, gastric bypass and chronic bowel disease (Crohn’s Disease)

When to See a Doctor for Kidney Stones

Many people often associate kidney and ureteral stones with pain. However, symptoms can vary from severe pain to no pain at all, depending on stone characteristics such as – size, shape, and location of the stone in the urinary tract. Many patients have kidney stones and yet very few ever have a comprehensive evaluation as to the reason they are forming stones. At Advanced Urology, we always evaluate the root cause of stone formation.

We can help prevent stones before they start. Better yet, if you have a history of forming stones, you have a 50% chance of forming another stone. We can help prevent more from forming! You should consult a doctor if you have severe, unrelenting pain in your back, side, belly, groin, or genitals, especially if it comes in waves.

Signs such as blood in your urine, fever and chills, vomiting, foul-smelling or cloudy urine, burning during urination, or trouble passing urine should not be ignored. Seek immediate medical attention if the pain is so intense that you can't find a comfortable position or if you have episodes of intense shivering or shaking.

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How Advanced Urology Treats Kidney Stones

The Delta III by Dornier MedTech uses the most clinically proven shock wave technology to treat a broad spectrum of patients and stones. Advanced Urology is one of the only clinics to house this advanced treatment for kidney stones. DELTA III is an effective, non-invasive treatment using the most advanced technology and imaging

Dornier Lithotripters

With DELTA III, patients lie comfortably on their back during treatment while the therapy head moves around for easier stone targeting and better treatment position. This feature is unique to Dornier Lithotripters. Other systems often treat with the patient lying uncomfortably facing down.

Optivision

DELTA III has an optivision advanced imaging feature which provides clear, sharp images, even in challenging clinical scenarios. The high-quality images provide greater clarity in stone location and better confirmation on fragmentation status.

Dual Imaging 

The camera in the DELTA III therapy head helps us ensure maximum energy transmission to the stone for more efficient and effective stone treatment. DELTA III’s dual imaging option allows us to use x-ray, ultrasound or both for accurate, continuous stone targeting.

Important Advice For Before, During, & After The Procedure

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Before the ESWL Procedure

Stop blood thinners 1 week before the procedure.
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During the ESWL Procedure

You will be asleep with general anesthesia. There is no pain and it is a non-invasive procedure.
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After the ESWL Procedure

Drink plenty of fluids. You may expect mild pain in your side and blook in the urine for up to 72 hours. You will be discharged the same day and it is covered by insurance!

Ureteroscopy & Laser Lithotripsy

This procedure is done with general anesthesia and there are no cuts or incisions. A telescope (Dornier Axis Single Use Ureteroscope) is placed through the urethra into the bladder and then guided into the ureter or kidney. Stones are then visualized, lasered, basketed, and removed. A stent is placed to help drain the kidney. Patients are sent home same day and generally return in one week for stent removal.
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Percutaneous Nephrostolithotomy (PCNL)

For very large stones over 2.5cm or encompassing the entire kidney, we recommend making a small hole in your back over your kidney. A telescope is placed through the hole and into the kidney where stone is broken up and sucked out of the kidney at the same time. This is a highly effective way to remove large kidney stones or staghorn calculi. This is a hospital based surgery and can not be done the same day or next day.
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