ED isn’t just about sex. It’s not a bedroom problem, it’s a life problem. Once men learn about penile prosthesis and see the ease and speed for getting their life back, the question becomes, “who do I trust with my penis?”
Choosing a high-volume surgeon – one who performs 50+ IPP procedures a year – makes a significant difference in your outcomes based on the wealth of experience and expertise they bring to the operating room. Research confirms that high-volume surgeons:
1. Reduce Risk of Complications
Patients treated by high-volume surgeons experience fewer postoperative complications. Specifically, these surgeons have shorter operative times and lower rates of surgeon-introduced complications, such as infections, erosion, and improper device positioning. This expertise leads to a decreased likelihood of prosthesis removal procedures compared to lower-volume surgeons. As well, the probability of requiring additional surgeries diminishes when the initial procedure is performed by a high-volume surgeon.1
2. Maximize Outcomes for the Individual
High-volume surgeons adopt advanced surgical techniques that contribute to better outcomes. For instance, the “no-touch” technique minimizes skin contact during surgery, reducing infection rates. Additionally, these surgeons are adept at implementing safety maneuvers to prevent complications such as tissue damage or urethral injury. Their familiarity with various implant types and surgical approaches allows for personalized treatment plans tailored to each man’s unique anatomy and needs.2
“2.5x increase in infection rates when surgery done by a low-volume surgeon.”
3. Increased Satisfaction
The combination of reduced complications, fewer reoperations, and refined surgical techniques contributes to higher satisfaction rates. Men report improved functional outcomes and quality of life following IPP surgery performed by experienced surgeons. This satisfaction stems from both the technical success of the procedure and the comprehensive preoperative and postoperative care provided by seasoned professionals.
The question that you’ll want to ask is not if your surgeon is capable of performing IPP, but rather if they have the experience, refined techniques, and patient-centered care that you want when making this investment in yourself.
About the Author
I’m Dr. Kambiz Tajkarimi. Most people call me Dr. Taj, and some call me The Kingmaker. I’m a board-certified urologist, cosmetic surgeon, and one of the top 5 busiest penile implant surgeons in the world. After 20 years of restoring sexual function for men failed by pills, injections, and a broken healthcare system, I co-founded EDIN Vitality, a concierge-level practice built exclusively around elite prosthetic urology. Our network of the highest-volume IPP surgeons in the country delivers a 30-minute outpatient procedure with over 90% patient and partner satisfaction and less than 1% complication rates. We guide men from that first phone call through surgery, recovery, and beyond, and over 50,000 men and their partners have reclaimed their confidence, intimacy, and quality of life through our network.
I also host the Dr. Taj Show on YouTube.