Are there certain qualifications a man needs in order to get a vasectomy? How do I find a reputable doc to perform the surgery?

Most urologists are very well qualified to do a vasectomy. I would recommend a urologist who has been in practice for several years and ask around to friends and coworkers who have had a positive experience with their vasectomy and urologist.
"It is a wise man that takes counsel of his friends." Shakespeare

Published on Jul 11, 2012

There are no specific and firm qualifications to get a vasectomy. Each doctor uses his own judgment. Generally, the older a man is, has had children, is in a stable relationship and/or has determined that he does not want further children for an extended time will weigh toward the doctor feeling comfortable to offer a vasectomy.

Finding a reputable doctor to perform the surgery will involve some research on your part. Fortunately, the Internet allows men to find multiple data points on doctors that will help. Patients reporting past experiences - both good and bad - are one source. You can check the qualifications of the doctor, as you can find on Vasectomy.com. Vasectomy.com is one way to find a doctor. Look at the "Find a Doctor" feature on the homepage.

Urologists have specific and more surgical training in the area of the scrotum than family practitioners, surgeons and gynecologists. And in the end, probably the most important factor is experience. If the doctor appears to be dedicated to the area of vasectomy, that helps. You can check or ask him how many vasectomies he has performed or performs per year. The average urologist in the United States performs 33 vasectomies per year. Doctors dedicated to vasectomies can perform many times that.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

To get a vasectomy, urologists will want to verify that you are firm in your decision to not have children in the future. Most doctors will ask if your spouse is aware of your decision. Find a urologist who has favorable reviews online. We offer a no-scalpel technique, which heals quickly and is pretty much painless.

Published on Jul 11, 2012

No qualifications are needed to get a vasectomy. Check out www.vasectomy.com

Published on Jul 11, 2012