Dr Victor G. ILIE

Precision Surgery | Compassionate Care

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Meet Urology Care Tasmania

Lead by Dr Victor G. ILIE, MBBS, FRACS (Urol) FRCS Fellowship Robotic Surgery

At Urology Care Tasmania we are committed to carefully identifying your healthcare needs and surpassing your expectations, through the delivery of modern and evidence-based comprehensive Urological Services. For our GP colleagues, the team at Urology Care Tasmania hope that you will trust us with the care of your patients and we look forward to working together. For our Tasmanian community, we hope that you will trust us to provide urological solutions for you or your family.

“Every person deserves compassionate, personalised care. At Urology Care Tasmania, we combine advanced technology with a heartfelt dedication to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. Your health and well-being are our top priorities."

— Dr. Victor Ilie, 2024

Service

Prostate Cancer

Prostate Cancer is the most common cancer found in men. It is one of the most treatable and curable cancers when detected early. Prostate Cancer can be picked up early if men make sure they visit their GP’s at the age of forty for a preventative physical examination as well as a blood test called the Prostate Specific Antigen or PSA test.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia

An enlarged prostate is a non-cancerous increase in the size of the prostate gland, which can cause urinary issues in men and interfere with the quality of life. We can help you choose and provide the right treatment for you from a multitude of current options (trans-urethral, resection, enucleation, vaporisation, Urolift).

Kidney Stones

Kidney Stones are formed in the kidneys and are usually made of solid minerals and salt deposits. Calcium oxalate stones are the most commonly formed stones. Kidney Stones can affect any part of your urinary tract like kidneys, ureter or bladder. Kidney Stones are a common problem and approximately 5-10% of Australians suffer from them at some stage in their lives. We offer treatment via medical, laser or surgical methods.

Male and Female Urinary Incontinence

Urinary incontinence is the loss of urine control, leading to accidental leakage. It can occur randomly or following surgery. We can help fully assess the condition through Urodynamic studies and provide best medical or surgical (fascial sling) treatment. Our practice offers specialised pelvic floor physiotherapy (strengthening and improving control of the abdominal
organ support muscles).

Bladder Cancer

Bladder Cancer is the second most common urological cancer and usually begins in the cells that line the bladder. Bladder Cancer has been linked to cigarette smoking and exposure to industrial chemicals and toxins.
Symptoms that patients may notice include blood in the urine and changes in
urination habits such as uncomfortable burning, an increased number of visits to the toilet (frequency) and an urgency to urinate.

Erectile Dysfunction

Erectile dysfunction is the inability to get or keep an erection firm enough for sexual intercourse. After comprehensive assessment , the management might include medical therapy, injectable treatment, vacuum pumps or surgery (in the form of a prosthesis).

Male Infertility

A condition in which a male fails to get the partner pregnant. We offer urological
and endocrinological (hormonal) assessment and holistic solutions in conjunction with our preferred Tasmanian fertility specialists.

Urethral Stricture

A narrowing of the urethra (down-pipe from the bladder) can cause restriction of the urine flow and affect the bladder muscle function. We can help you choose the right treatment for the condition and regain best quality of life.

Vasectomy

Vasectomy is a safe and effective method of birth control. This operation is only
carried out when you are certain that you have fathered all the children you wish to
have. Vasectomy should be viewed as a permanent form of contraception with only a small possibility of reversibility. It is important to take time for reflection before
electing to undergo vasectomy. Vasectomy is a procedure in which the ‘Ductus deferens’ (also called the vas) are cut and blocked. The Ductus deferens are the tubes that carry sperm from the testicles to the urethra/penis to allow sperm to pass out during ejaculation.

Testicular Cancer

Testicular Cancer is the most common cancer found in men between the ages of 18 and 39 years old. Testicular Cancer is highly treatable and curable if patients ensure they are compliant with their treatment. Testicular Cancer occurs in the testicles located inside the scrotum and it is usually only found in one testicle.

Robotic and Laparoscopic Surgery

Minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery revolutionised surgical access and patient recovery. The two current types of keyhole surgery are laparoscopic surgery and robotic. During laparoscopic surgery, the surgeon directly holds the instruments that perform the operation. Robotic surgery is the most recent invention in surgery and uses keyhole incisions,
robot arms and an operating console to complete the operation. During robotic
surgery the robot arms hold the instruments and the surgeon moves the robotic arms via the operating console. The robot allows the surgeon to perform tiny and precise movements that were previously not possible. The miniature robotic instruments can fit into extremely tight spots and move in ways that human hands cannot; and the machines software automatically adjusts for any surgeon hand tremors. Advantages are less pain and quicker recovery, minimal scarring, less blood loss and surgical complications, less risk of infection.

Oncology

Oncology is a branch of medicine that deals with the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancers. We provide a holistic, multidisciplinary cancer service, fully integrated with the Tasmanian and Australian cancer networks.