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• Female Urology
• Pelvic Floor Reconstructive Surgery
• Robotic Surgery
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Maude Carmel, M.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Urology at UT Southwestern Medical Center. She specializes in female urology, pelvic floor reconstruction, robotic surgery, incontinence treatment, and voiding dysfunction management. Since 2019, she has directed the Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery Fellowship program. Dr. Carmel completed her medical degree at Université de Sherbrooke (Canada), followed by urology residencies at Université de Sherbrooke and McGill University. She trained in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery through a fellowship at Cleveland Clinic. Her research focuses on robotic pelvic organ prolapse repairs, stress urinary incontinence surgeries, vaginal mesh complication management, vesico-vaginal fistula techniques, and urology education. She maintains active clinical research with publications spanning surgical outcomes, urodynamics, and novel treatment approaches. Awards include consecutive selections to Texas Monthly's Super Doctors (2014-2015) and Texas Rising Stars lists (2015-2017). She holds dual board certification from the American Board of Urology (Urology & Urogynecology) and the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. Professional memberships include the American Urological Association and Society of Urodynamics, Female Pelvic Medicine and Urogenital Reconstruction.

Ramy GoueliView profile

Assistant Professor

• Voiding Dysfunction
• Urinary Incontinence
• Benign Prostatic Diseases
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Ramy Goueli, M.D., M.H.S., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Urology at UT Southwestern Medical Center. He specializes in voiding dysfunction, urinary incontinence, benign prostatic diseases, bladder outlet obstruction, geriatric urology, female pelvic floor disorders, and neuro-urology. Education: M.D. from Yale School of Medicine M.H.S. in Health Sciences from Yale Residency in Urology at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Fellowship in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery at UT Southwestern Dr. Goueli's research focuses on neurologic diseases' impact on bladder mechanics, the pathogenesis of bladder dysfunction (including overactive and underactive bladder), and diagnostic/therapeutic stratification methods. His laboratory work explores molecular mechanisms underlying urinary disorders. Scientific Contributions: Recent studies (2023–2024) include BPH subtyping through molecular profiling, prostate cancer diagnostic pathways in MRI era, and advanced robotic surgical techniques Earlier work (2017–2020) investigates GreenLight laser therapy outcomes for prostate conditions and surgical training models Scientific Awards: Distinguished House Staff Award from NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center Dr. Goueli is affiliated with the American Urological Association and the International Continence Society, contributing to clinical guideline development and surgical innovation.

• Male and Female Incontinence
• Voiding Dysfunction
• Overactive Bladder
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Christopher Patrick Smith, M.D., M.B.A., M.S.S., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Urology at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. He maintains dual roles as an academic urologist and Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve, with deployments supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Education B.S. - George Washington University M.D. - Northwestern University Medical School MBA - University of Pittsburgh Graduate Certificate - U.S. Army War College Urology Fellowship - University of Pittsburgh Residency & Internship - Baylor College of Medicine Research Focus Dr. Smith's research examines neuro-urological disorders including bladder overactivity, voiding dysfunction, and incontinence mechanisms. His pioneering work focuses on botulinum toxin applications, purinergic signaling pathways, and diabetic bladder plasticity. Clinical investigations emphasize optimizing therapies for refractory urological conditions through randomized trials and evidence-based reviews. Publications Analysis Recent publications (2010-2013) demonstrate consistent focus on neurogenic bladder pathophysiology, botulinum toxin mechanisms, and clinical management of lower urinary tract symptoms. Predominant themes include purinergic receptor modulation, spinal injury adaptations, and evidence-based treatment guidelines for urological conditions. Awards and Honors Rising Star in Urology Award (2008-2013) Paul Zimskind Best Young Investigator Award (2006) VA Career Development Award (2008-2011) Two AUA Annual Meeting Best Poster Awards (2008, 2011) AFUD Scholar (2000-2002) Apple Award for Excellence (2008) Clinical Leadership Dr. Smith leads clinical trials for novel BPH and overactive bladder treatments while developing specialized protocols for urinary retention management in austere environments. His military experience informs innovative field urology techniques.

John A. LincolnView profile

Professor

• Multiple Sclerosis
• Neuroimmunology
• Neurodegeneration
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John A. Lincoln, MD, PhD is a Professor of Neurology at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth), where he serves as Director of the MRI Analysis Center and Co-Director of the Neurology Residency Program. He joined the Multiple Sclerosis research group at UTHealth in 2011 after previously serving on the faculty at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (UMDNJ) from 2008-2011. Dr. Lincoln earned his Bachelor of Science in Genetics from Texas A&M University in 1992, followed by a Master's in Microbiology and PhD in Immunology from Texas Tech University. He completed his medical degree at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in 2002, followed by a Neurology residency at UT Health Science Center at Houston and a Neuroimmunology fellowship at UMDNJ. His research focuses on neurodegenerative processes in multiple sclerosis, with particular emphasis on glymphatic system dysfunction, cerebrovascular reactivity, spinal cord evaluation, and bladder-related neurological complications. Recent publications demonstrate his integration of advanced MRI techniques with machine learning approaches to predict disease severity and understand MS pathology. Analysis of his publication record from 2008-2024 reveals a consistent research trajectory focused on MS mechanisms and clinical manifestations, with increasing emphasis on neuroimaging biomarkers and computational approaches in recent years. His work spans clinical neurology, neuroimmaging, immunology, and rehabilitation aspects of MS. As Director of the MRI Analysis Center, Dr. Lincoln oversees advanced neuroimaging research and clinical applications. His leadership in the Neurology Residency Program demonstrates his commitment to training the next generation of neurologists specializing in complex neurological disorders. Dr. Lincoln's clinical expertise includes diagnosing and managing multiple sclerosis and immune-mediated neurological disorders, with special attention to neurological complications such as bladder dysfunction and trigeminal neuralgia in MS patients. His multidisciplinary approach bridges basic science discoveries with clinical applications to improve patient outcomes.

Chad BaxterView profile

Associate Clinical Professor

• Urogynecology
• Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery
• Urinary Incontinence
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Chad Baxter, MD, serves as a Clinical Associate Professor of Urology at the David Geffen School of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He maintains active clinical practice at Santa Monica Urology and the West Los Angeles Center for Women's Pelvic Health at UCLA, with hospital privileges at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center. His academic training includes an MD from Loma Linda University School of Medicine (2003), surgical internship and urology residency at Penn State University-Milton S. Hershey Medical Center (2004 and 2008), and fellowship in Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery at UCLA (2010). Dr. Baxter's research centers on alterations of vaginal and urinary tract flora secondary to fractionated CO2 laser therapy , directly informing his clinical specialization in male/female voiding dysfunction, urinary incontinence, urinary retention, and vaginal prolapse repair . His procedural expertise spans vaginal laser therapy for atrophy, BPH surgery, bladder prolapse correction, intravesical Botox injections, and artificial urinary sphincter implantation. Professional recognition includes: Consecutive Super Doctors® Southern California honors (2023-2025) Los Angeles Magazine Top Doctor designation for five consecutive years (2018-2021) He actively disseminates knowledge through UCLA Health educational initiatives, including patient-focused video content on pelvic health therapies.