Urology San Antonio

08/22/2026

When you’re dealing with sudden urges, frequent bathroom trips, or leakage, it can be hard to get through the day without thinking about your bladder.

When you’re dealing with sudden urges, frequent bathroom trips, or leakage, it can be hard to get through the day without thinking about your bladder. You may start planning around restrooms, waking up at night, or feeling like you can’t fully relax. Overactive bladder therapies are designed to ...

08/22/2026

BPH symptoms can start small and get worse over time. You may notice changes in how often you go, how strong your stream is, or how well your bladder empties.

BPH symptoms can start small and get worse over time. You may notice changes in how often you go, how strong your stream is, or how well your bladder empties. These changes can be frustrating, especially when they affect your sleep or daily routine. Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) happens when th...

08/21/2026

If your urine stream feels weaker, or you’re making frequent trips to the bathroom, an enlarged prostate may be the cause.

If your urine stream feels weaker, or you’re making frequent trips to the bathroom, an enlarged prostate may be the cause. Many men also wake up several times a night to urinate. These symptoms are common as men age and are often linked to benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). The good news is that ...

08/21/2026

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08/21/2026

Bladder leakage can be frustrating, uncomfortable, and difficult to talk about.

Bladder leakage can be frustrating, uncomfortable, and difficult to talk about. Urinary incontinence affects many adults, but it is often very treatable with the right care. Our specialists provide incontinence treatment options in San Antonio for men and women experiencing bladder leakage. After id...

08/20/2026

Advanced prostate cancer can feel overwhelming. You may wonder what it means and what happens next.

Advanced prostate cancer can feel overwhelming. You may wonder what it means and what happens next. You may also have questions about your treatment options. We provide advanced prostate cancer treatment in San Antonio. These treatments can help control the disease, reduce symptoms, and protect your...

08/20/2026

Meet Dr. Cockerill!

A native of San Antonio, Dr. Patrick Cockerill joined Urology San Antonio after completing his urology residency at the Mayo Clinic.

“Working at the Mayo Clinic instills in you that the needs of the patient come first and that working for the patient is critical. It’s rewarding to see patients improve and meeting their healthcare goals.”

Dr. Cockerill treats men’s and women’s general urologic health concerns and specializes in Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Kidney Cancer, Kidney Stones, BPH (Enlarged Prostate), and laparoscopic and robotic surgery.

Dr. Cockerill graduated from Central Catholic High School in San Antonio before attending the University of Texas at Austin where he received his medical degree. He went on to complete his surgical and urology residency at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.

“I’ve always known San Antonio to be an exciting and vibrant community and am excited to be back.”

When he’s not helping patients, Dr. Cockerill enjoys spending time with his family and rooting for the Spurs and the Longhorns.

Learn more:

Patrick Cockerill, MD Board-certified Urologist Speaks: English Request Appointment Education Undergraduate The University of Texas at Austin, 2007 Medical School The University of Texas Medical School at Houston, 2011 Surgical Residency Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, 2012 Urology Reside...

08/20/2026

If you're wondering how to stop frequent urination at night, the first step is finding out what's causing it.

Waking up several times a night to use the bathroom can make it hard to get the restful sleep your body needs. If you're wondering how to stop frequent urination at night, the first step is finding out what's causing it. Regularly waking more than once during the night to urinate is called nocturia....

08/20/2026

erectile dysfunction (ED) often responds well to treatment. Most men see improvement once the underlying cause is identified.

When erections become difficult to achieve or maintain, it can signal an underlying health issue, such as: Vascular disease Diabetes Medication effects Nerve injury Hormonal changes Still, many men hesitate to talk to their doctor. Sharing what you’re experiencing can lead to simple solutions that...

08/19/2026

Many men want relief but worry about surgery or recovery time. The good news is that today’s treatments offer effective options with less downtime and fewer side effects.

Trouble starting your urine stream? Getting up all night to go? Feeling like your bladder never fully empties? These are common signs of an enlarged prostate. Over time, these symptoms can affect sleep, comfort, and daily life. If you’re asking, “What is the best treatment for enlarged prostate?...