Warren Snodgrass

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Warren Snodgrass is a prominent pediatric urologist known for his contributions to the field of urology, particularly in the development of surgical techniques for the treatment of hypospadias. He is widely recognized for the creation of the Snodgrass technique, also known as the Tubularized Incised Plate (TIP) repair, which has become a standard procedure for hypospadias repair.

Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]

Warren Snodgrass was born in City, State. He completed his undergraduate education at University Name and went on to earn his medical degree from Medical School Name. Following his medical degree, he completed a residency in urology at Residency Program Name and a fellowship in pediatric urology at Fellowship Program Name.

Career[edit | edit source]

Dr. Snodgrass has held various academic and clinical positions throughout his career. He has served as a professor of urology at several prestigious institutions, including Institution Name. His clinical practice has focused on the surgical treatment of congenital urological conditions, with a particular emphasis on hypospadias.

Contributions to Urology[edit | edit source]

Warren Snodgrass is best known for the development of the Snodgrass technique for hypospadias repair. This technique involves the tubularization of the urethral plate with an incision to create a new urethral tube, which has significantly improved surgical outcomes for patients with hypospadias. The Snodgrass technique is now widely adopted by pediatric urologists around the world.

In addition to his work on hypospadias, Dr. Snodgrass has published extensively on various topics in pediatric urology, including the management of vesicoureteral reflux, bladder exstrophy, and other congenital anomalies of the urinary tract.

Awards and Recognition[edit | edit source]

Dr. Snodgrass has received numerous awards for his contributions to the field of urology, including the Award Name from the Organization Name. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Urological Association and the Society for Pediatric Urology.

Personal Life[edit | edit source]

Warren Snodgrass is married to Spouse's Name and has number children. He enjoys hobbies in his free time.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD