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We currently have 11 urologists with a variety of interests and specialties in the field of Urology. Choose a physician listed on the right to learn more about that specific physician. You can also call our office or find your nearest location to speak directly with one of our staff who can help to schedule you with a physician to meet your needs.

DR. BRIAN

BILLMEYER

Dr. Billmeyer grew up in Omaha, Nebraska. He attended the University of Iowa and graduated with highest distinction with a major in biology and a minor in chemistry. He was selected for membership in the Phi Beta Kappa honor society.

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DR. EDWARD “TED”

CAPOCCIA

Dr. Capoccia was born and raised in Kansas City. He attended the University of Kansas for his undergraduate education and majored in human biology. He completed his medical school training at the University of Kansas School of Medicine.

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DR. TYLER

EMLEY

Dr. Emley was born in Michigan and grew up in New Hampshire. He graduated magna cum laude from Indiana University/Bloomington in 1995 with degrees in Biology and Sociology. He was selected for the Phi Beta Kappa honor society.

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DR. PRIYANKA

KUMAR

Dr. Kumar grew up in Crown Point, IN and graduated from Merrillville High School before pursuing a degree in Biology, with a minor in business administration from the University of Southern Indiana.

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DR. KEVIN

PARIKH

Dr. Parikh grew up in Schererville, Indiana. After graduating as valedictorian from Lake Central High School, he went on to Indiana University where he obtained a business degree from the Kelley School of Business and minors in both chemistry and biology.

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DR. ADAM

PERLMUTTER

Dr Perlmutter grew up on Long Island, New York. He majored in biology at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He received his medical degree from New York College of Osteopathic Medicine.

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DR. MANOJ

RAO

Dr. Rao was born in Chicago and grew up in Olympia Fields, Illinois. He attended Saint Louis University for his undergraduate studies as both a Pre Medical and Presidential Scholar.

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DR. RYAN

SWEARINGEN

Dr. Swearingen grew up in Wheaton, Illinois. He attended the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, and graduated with honors, with a major in economics and a minor in chemistry. He was selected in the Phi Beta Kappa honor society.

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DR. RAMESH

UNNI

Dr. Unni was born in Maywood, Illinois. He grew up in Crown Point, IN and attended St. Mary’s School and Andrean High School locally before pursuing a degree in economics at Northwestern University.

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DR. TED

VELLOS

Dr. Vellos was born and raised in Orland Park, Illinois where he graduated from Carl Sandburg High school. He attended Loyola University Chicago for both undergraduate and medical schools obtaining degrees in Chemistry and Economics and earning Honors in research.

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DR. BRUCE

YALOWITZ

Dr. Yalowitz grew up in Northwest Indiana. He attended Indiana University Bloomington and graduated with high distinction with a major in chemistry. He was selected for membership in the Phi Beta Kappa honor society.

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DR. Viraj

Maniar

Dr. Maniar grew up in Munster, IN. He graduated from Munster High School and then went on to graduate from Indiana University Bloomington and Indiana University School of Medicine. He completed his urology residency at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee, WI and subsequent fellowship in urologic oncology at the University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City, OK.

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Dr. Melissa

Egert

Dr. Egert grew up in Schererville, IN and attended Andrean High School. She then went on to Indiana University Bloomington to complete her degree in biology with minors in Chemistry and Psychology. She continued her education as a Hoosier and received her medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine, where she also completed her urology residency. She returned to Northwest Indiana to join Urologic Specialists of Northwest Indiana.

Dr. Egert’s areas of interest and expertise include minimally invasive procedures for BPH, surgical treatment and prevention of kidney stones, in-office vasectomy, as well as other common urologic issues such as incontinence and overactive bladder.

In her free time, Dr. Egert enjoys traveling, watching football, spending time with her family and trying new restaurants.

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NP LEYNA

Midkiff

FNP-BC RNFA Nurse Practitioner

Leyna Midkiff is an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse specializing in Urology. She earned her Nursing Degree and Master’s from DePaul University in Chicago and has over 10 years of diverse medical experience, including urology, orthopedics, and emergency medicine.

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Stephanie

Andree np

Stephanie Andree is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in Urology. She is certified by the American Academy of Nurse Practitioners and earned her degree from Purdue University. She is a member of the AANP (American Association of Nurse Practitioners) and AUA (American Urological Association)

Stephanie is a dedicated and compassionate advanced practice clinician who prioritizes evidence-based care and consistently goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional quality to every patient. She conducts thorough evaluations, recognizing that understanding each individual is essential to providing the most effective treatment and personalized care.

Her mission is to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those she serves. From the initial consultation through every step of the journey, Stephanie is committed to offering the highest standard of patient care and support.

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Amelia Teas

NP

Amelia “Molly” Teas DNP, APRN is an Urology Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of nursing experience. She has practiced as a Nurse Practitioner for the past 8 years, following 12 years as a Registered Nurse. She earned her Doctorate from the University of Utah and brings a diverse clinical background that includes trauma, acute care surgery, and urology.

She began her nursing career as an EMT and ER nurse and went on to serve as a critical care and flight nurse, experiences that shaped her strong clinical judgment and patient-centered approach. In her current role, she provides comprehensive urologic care, seeing patients in clinic and rounding at multiple hospitals. She is deeply engaged in informed, shared decision-making, partnering with patients in all aspects of evaluating and treating urologic conditions to ensure care aligns with their goals and values.

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We realize that you have access to a lot of information about conditions and treatments on the internet, we wanted to provide you with a list of web sites we feel are credible resources. The list is helpful with general background information on many of the conditions which are treated in our practice.

Hospital Affiliations

The Community Hospital

Franciscan Health Crown Point

Franciscan Health Dyer

Franciscan Health Munster

The Methodist Hospital

St. Catherine’s Hospital

St. Mary Medical Center (Hobart)

General Urology

Urology Care Foundation

National Institute of Health

Cancer Care

American Cancer Society

National Cancer Institute

Prostate Cancer Foundation

Da-Vinci Robotic Surgery

Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network

Bladder Cancer Web Café'

Kidney Cancer Association

Community Cancer Research Foundation

Incontinence

National Association for Continence

Simon Foundation for Incontinence

Interstitial Cystitis

Interstitial Cystitis Association

T he Interstitial Cystitis Network

Reproductive Health

American Society for Reproductive Medicine