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Lithotripsy (Treating Kidney Stones)

A less invasive medical procedure called lithotripsy is available at McLaren Central Michigan for patients suffering from large kidney stones. Lithotripsy uses shock waves to break up stones that are too large to pass on their own.

About Lithotripsy
  • Generally an outpatient procedure lasting 45 minutes to an hour
  • Works for 95% of patients who used to require surgery for kidney stones
  • Reduces the recovery period to days instead of weeks
Kent A. Kirby, MD is board certified in urology and performs lithotripsy procedures at McLaren Central Michigan. Dr. Kirby is a graduate of the University of Michigan and attended medical school at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. His office is located at 4599 Jennifer Lane (just off Isabella Rd.) in Mt. Pleasant. To schedule an appointment, call (989) 317-4762.