Professional Experience
Dr. Urmeneta has built a focused clinical career centered on the comprehensive management of urolithiasis.
- Head of the Lithiasis Unit at Sagrat Cor University Hospital
- Head of the Extracorporeal Lithotripsy Unit (CELIT), Barcelona
- Extensive experience treating kidney, ureteral, and bladder stones
- Leadership of multidisciplinary teams dedicated to stone disease care
- Mentorship of urology specialists in stone management protocols
Academic Contributions
- Participation in clinical teaching activities related to urolithiasis
- Lectures and training sessions on extracorporeal lithotripsy and stone prevention
- Clinical interest in optimizing outcomes and reducing recurrence of urinary stones
- Engagement in professional meetings focused on endourology and lithiasis
Areas of Expertise
Dr. Urmeneta specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of urinary stone disease using evidence-based and minimally invasive approaches.
- Kidney stones: Comprehensive management of renal calculi causing pain or obstruction
- Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy: Non-invasive fragmentation of stones to allow natural passage
- Ureteral stones: Treatment of stones lodged in the urinary tract
- Stone prevention: Evaluation of metabolic causes and guidance to reduce recurrence
- Minimally invasive stone care: Tailored approaches to minimize recovery time
Publications and Research
Dr. Urmeneta has contributed to clinical knowledge through participation in research and professional publications related to urinary stone disease.
His work emphasizes practical clinical approaches to lithiasis, patient selection for extracorporeal lithotripsy, and strategies to improve treatment success and reduce recurrence.
He remains committed to evidence-based practice and continuous improvement of stone management protocols.
Patient Care Philosophy
Dr. Urmeneta follows a patient-centered approach focused on safety, clarity, and long-term prevention.
- Clear explanation of diagnosis and treatment options
- Preference for non-invasive and minimally invasive treatments when appropriate
- Personalized prevention plans to reduce future stone formation
- Availability for pre-treatment consultation and follow-up care
- Experience treating international patients through coordinated services
Professional Affiliations
- Member of national urology and endourology societies in Spain
- Participation in professional working groups focused on urolithiasis
- Licensed urologist practicing in Spain
- Involvement in hospital quality and clinical governance initiatives
FAQs
- Is Dr. José Maria Urmeneta board-certified?
- Yes. He is a fully licensed and accredited urologist in Spain.
- What types of procedures does he perform?
- He specializes in extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy and minimally invasive treatments for urinary stones.
- Does he treat international patients?
- Yes. International patients are treated with support from dedicated hospital coordination services.
- How long is the typical hospital stay for stone treatment?
- Many stone treatments are outpatient, and hospital stays are usually short when required.
- What languages does he speak?
- He speaks Spanish and works with teams that provide professional assistance in English.
- Is a pre-treatment consultation available?
- Yes. Medical records can be reviewed and consultations arranged before treatment.
