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No Scalpel Vasectomy

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Learn more about why hundreds of men choose Gulf Coast Urology to have their vasectomy every year. Fast, easy, safe, affordable. Don't wait for another positive pregnancy test, call or schedule online now.

‍Same day consultation and procedure - get everything done in one appointment. Check in to check out is about one hour. You can drive yourself home afterwards even if you have sedation.
- You can schedule your procedure online for both Clear Lake and Museum distrct offices. Currently we are offering appointments Monday through Friday in Clear Lake, and on Tuesday mornings at the Museum District.
Nitrous oxide sedation available at no additional cost, currently only available at our Clear Lake location. About 50% of patients utilize this option especially if they are nervous about the procedure. Wears off completely in 20 minutes and you can still drive yourself home.
We wont ask how many kids you have. Birth control is a personal decision, we just perform the procedure.
A complete nerve block with numbing and anti-inflammatory medication is done on each side.‍
- "No-needle" vasectomies are more painful. By using a needle we can numb the skin AND the nerves that travel with the vas deferens tubes. This way you have the least amount of pain possible during and after your procedure. Most people are back to their usual activities the same or next day.
‍Up front, transparent pricing provided prior to the procedure. Please see FAQ's at the bottom of the page for more information.‍
We guarantee our work. If your post-procedure semen test shows sperm repeatedly, a sign of reconnection of the tubes. We will perform a repeat vasectomy at no cost to you.
We offer affordable pricing for patients that do not have insurance or their insurance does not cover a vasectomy. Please click here for the most up to date cost information, or call our office.

A vasectomy is one of the most reliable forms of birth control, producing results that are nearly 100% effective for preventing pregnancy.

At Gulf Coast Urology, Grant Redrow, MD performs this safe, simple procedure in the office for men who want long-lasting birth control. ‍

Gulf Coast Urology is the best place to have your vasectomy. Here's why:

You can have your procedure and consultation in one visit
- We give patients the option of having a same day procedure where only one office visit is required. You will meet with Dr. Redrow to discuss the procedure and answer any questions before proceeding.‍
- If you would like to discuss in person first to learn if vasectomy is the right option for you we are happy to schedule a consultation only appointment. You will meet Dr. Redrow and learn more about the procedure to help decide if it right for you.‍
‍All vasectomies are no-scalpel, and no clips or other permanent materials are used during the procedure. All stitches used are dissolvable. This helps minimize the risk of chronic pain or other complications after the the procedure.
Nitrous Oxide sedation is available at no cost to you at the Clear Lake office. Safe, effective, and wears off quickly with no lingering after effects. You can even drive yourself home afterwards. We currently utilize the ProNox device for in-office sedation.
We focus on providing patients an easy and streamlined process from beginning to end. We want all parts of your vasectomy to be as painless as possible!

If you have questions about vasectomy or you’d like to schedule a consultation, call the office in Clear Lake or Houston, Texas, or click on the link above to book an appointment entirely online. We care for patients throughout Houston, Clear Lake, Webster, League City, Friendswood, and Southeast Houston.

If you have not met your deductible for the year, we will collect an amount, no more than $480 based on co-insurance and out of pocket max. If you are unsure of these amounts please contact your insurance carrier for an explanation of your benefits.

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Vasectomy Aftercare Instructions

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Questions We Get Asked The Most By Patients:

Here are some of the topics patients ask us about frequently.

What is a vasectomy?

A vasectomy is a simple, safe procedure that makes a man sterile or unable to have children. The procedure works by preventing sperm from getting into semen, but it doesn’t affect any other aspect of your sexual functioning. You still have erections and ejaculate, but you won’t be able to get a woman pregnant.

How is a vasectomy performed?

The team at Gulf Coast Urology often performs vasectomies in the office under light sedation. A vasectomy is done by cutting the vas deferens, removing a small segment, then closing the two ends.

The vas deferens is the tube that carries sperm from the testes to the urethra, which is where they combine with semen before being ejaculated. Disrupting the vas deferens tubes prevents sperm from getting into the seminal fluid.

During the procedure a single small opening in the center of the scrotum is made and the tubes are pulled up through the incision. The vas deferens is then cut, each end is cauterized (burned), and then sewn each side into a different layer of the scrotum (fascial interposition) so they cannot reconnect. The skin is closed with one stitch, and a bandage is applied.

Dr. Redrow performs a no scalpel vasectomy approach using only one small pinhole to access the vas deferens. We do not use clips or any permanent materials during the procedure. This leads to lower complication rates and quick recovery.

What should I expect after a vasectomy?

Pain level afterwards is similar to a sprained ankle. A few days of soreness and inflammation that rapidly improve. Pain will be able to be controlled with over the counter medications like acetaminophen and ibuprofen. Within 10-14 days you will be fully healed.
No strenous activity or ejaculation for 7 days after the procedure. Most people can go back to work two days after the procedure.
You can shower the next day. A small bandage will be on the skin afterwards, that can be removed, and the incision can be left open with no bandages after that. The stitch in the skin will dissolve and fall out about 5-7 days after the procedure.

How long will I need to use birth control after a vasectomy?

You must have a semen analysis after the procedure to ensure you are sterile before stopping other forms of birth control!

You’re not immediately sterile because it takes a few months for the sperm that were in the vas deferens before your procedure to pass through your reproductive tract. For most men, it takes about 8-12 weeks or about 20 ejaculations to clear out all the sperm.

Your Gulf Coast Urology provider checks semen samples and lets you know when your sperm count is down, and it’s safe to have unprotected intercourse. Meanwhile, you should use another reliable form of birth control to prevent pregnancy.

Can my vasectomy be reversed?

Vasectomies are intended to be permanent, but it’s usually possible to reverse the procedure. The success of reversing a vasectomy depends on factors such as the length of time since your vasectomy.

We recommend patients consider this a permanent procedure. However, your body will continue to make sperm so if you want to concieve in the future both reversal and direct sperm retrieval from the testicle are possible.

If you’re considering a vasectomy, call Gulf Coast Urology or schedule an appointment online.

How much does a vasectomy cost?

The maximum cost with insurance for the consultation and procedure is $800. On average patients will pay about $300-$500 depending on insurance deductible and co-pay. We will provide an estimate of your cost prior to the procedure. We do require payment of estimated responsibility as a deposit.

Once your claim is processed our billing team will automatically refund any balance due back to you. The initial cost of the procedure also covers any required follow up care for the next 90 days after the procedure at no additional cost.

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