Glen A. Lau
( out of 62 reviews )

Glen A. Lau, MD

Languages spoken: English, German

Clinical Locations

Primary Children's Hospital

Pediatric Urology
Salt Lake City
801-662-5555

Primary Children's Hospital Outpatient Services at St. George Regional Hospital

Pediatric Urology
St. George
801-662-5555

Utah Valley Outpatient Center

Pediatric Urology
Provo
801-662-5555
  • Dr. Lau is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Urology at the University of Utah. He is a board certified pediatric urologist and his practice is dedicated to the care of children with all forms of urologic disease. Dr. Lau has developed specific interests in pediatric endourology and laparoscopy, hypospadias, management of patients with neurogenic bladder, and reconstructive urologic surgery. He is a member of the Surgical Quality and Safety Committee at Primary Children’s Medical Center.

    Dr. Lau is a native of Troy, Michigan. He received his bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University and then earned his medical degree from the University of Toledo College of Medicine. His general surgery training and urology residency were completed at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, Tennessee. Following residency, Dr. Lau completed a fellowship in pediatric urology at The University of Utah/Primary Children's Hospital, where he stayed as faculty.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Urology
    American Board of Urology (Sub: Pediatric Urology)

    Patient Rating

    4.8 /5
    ( out of 62 reviews )

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    Patient Comments

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    October 30, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    Un doctor súper amable y muy profesional en su trabajo nos explicó todo muy bien y trato de lo mejor a mi hija

    September 29, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    Dr.Lau gave clear explanation.

    July 30, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    es un doctor muy amable y nos explica hasta que, no tengamos ninguna duda

    July 04, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    Please wear gloves when examining patients. Especially when doing a genital exam. Gloves were not worn during my child's genital exam. This was shocking to me. Especially as I'm a nurse and been a pediatric nurse for over a decade.

    June 07, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    Siempre el doctor Glen es muy amable y se preocupa que nosotros como papas entendamos y comprendamos todo sobre los pasos a seguir

    May 17, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    We love Dr Lau he was very calm, informative and nice. Would highly recommend.

    April 25, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    He is an amazing doctor and I feel blessed to have him taking care of my kids.

    April 08, 2024
    PRIMARY CHILDREN'S MEDICAL CENTER

    A great doctor

    December 23, 2023
    EXTERNAL SITE

    Dr. Lau was very understanding. He made sure to explain everything to my child and I as he went through all of the results, he listened to my concerns and provided medical help witch resulted in my child, having relief.

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  • Dr. Lau is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Urology at the University of Utah. He is a board certified pediatric urologist and his practice is dedicated to the care of children with all forms of urologic disease. Dr. Lau has developed specific interests in pediatric endourology and laparoscopy, hypospadias, management of patients with neurogenic bladder, and reconstructive urologic surgery. He is a member of the Surgical Quality and Safety Committee at Primary Children’s Medical Center.

    Dr. Lau is a native of Troy, Michigan. He received his bachelor’s degree from Brigham Young University and then earned his medical degree from the University of Toledo College of Medicine. His general surgery training and urology residency were completed at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center in Memphis, Tennessee. Following residency, Dr. Lau completed a fellowship in pediatric urology at The University of Utah/Primary Children's Hospital, where he stayed as faculty.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Surgery -Primary
    Academic Divisions Urology
    Board Certification
    American Board of Urology
    American Board of Urology (Sub: Pediatric Urology)

    Education history

    Fellowship Pediatric Urology - University of Utah Fellow
    Urology - University of Tennessee Health Science Center Resident
    Internship Surgery - University of Tennessee Health Science Center Intern
    Medicine - University of Toledo College of Medicine and Life Sciences M.D.
    Undergraduate Major: Neuroscience, Minor: Business Management - Brigham Young University B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. Fendereski K, Horns JJ, Driggs N, Lau G, Schaeffer AJ (2024). Comparing Penile Problems in Circumcised vs. Uncircumcised Boys: Insights From a Large Commercial Claims Database With a Focus on Provider Type Performing Circumcision. J Pediatr Surg. (Read full article)
    2. Meier KM, Mata C, Kaar JL, Rensing AJ, Dudley AG, Carrasco A Jr, Drzewiecki BA, VanderBrink BA, Streur CS, Bagli DJ, Chalmers DJ, Wilcox DT, Yerkes EB, Lau GA, Vricella GJ, Hecht SL, Copp HL, Pohl HG, Franco I, Ahn J, Wiener JS, Singer JS, Long CJ, Keays MA, Daugherty MR, Fuchs ME, Austin PF, Wu CQ, Zee RS, Misseri R, Tanaka ST, Bauer SB, Rove KO (2024). Expert Consensus on Pediatric Urodynamics Reporting Using Modified Delphi Technique. J Urol, 212(1), 165-174. (Read full article)
    3. Jacobson DL, Lau GA (2023). Outcomes of Current Bladder Outlet Techniques for Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction. Curr Bladder Dysfunct Rep.
    4. Neha R Malhotra, Alexandra R Siegal, Suzanne M Lange, DeeAnn Cervantez, Heidi K White, AnnMarie Hannon, Anthony J Schaeffer, Glen A Lau (2023). At-home use of parasacral transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (PTENS) for pediatric voiding dysfunction: a randomized controlled trial to assess its safety and feasibility. Front Pediatr, 11.
    5. Malhotra NR, Siegal AR, Lange SM, Cervantez D, White HK, Hannon A, Schaeffer AJ, Lau GA (2023). At-home use of parasacral transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation for pediatric voiding dysfunction: a randomized controlled trial to assess its safety and feasibility. Front Pediatr, 11, 1219887. (Read full article)
    6. Cull JN, Jacobson DL, Lau GA, Cartwright PC, Wallis MC, Skarda D, Swendiman R, Schaeffer AJ (2023). Internal hernia with volvulus after major abdominal reconstructions in pediatric urology - An infrequently reported and potentially devastating complication. J Pediatr Urol, 19(4), 402.e1-402.e7. (Read full article)
    7. Matta R, Horns JJ, Jacobson DL, Schaeffer AJ, Wallis MC, Lau GA (2022). National Trends and Outcomes in the Use of Intravesical Botulinum Toxin and Enterocystoplasty Among Patients With Myelomeningocele. Urology, 166, 289-296. (Read full article)
    8. Malhotra NR, Schaeffer AJ, Slade AD, Cartwright PC, Lau GA (2020). Post-hypospadias urethrocutaneous fistulae: no difference in repair success between proximal and distal fistulae. Can J Urol, 27(6), 10466-10470. (Read full article)
    9. Malhotra NR, Wallis MC, Allen CM, Cartwright PC, Lau GA (2020). Continence outcomes following a modification of the Mitchell bladder neck reconstruction in myelomeningocele: A single institution experience. J Pediatr Urol, 16(5), 653.e1-653.e8. (Read full article)
    10. Lau GA, Schaeffer AJ (2020). Pediatric oncofertility: an update. Transl Androl Urol, 9(5), 2416-2421. (Read full article)
    11. Schaeffer AJ, Cartwright PC, Lau GA, Ebert MD, Fino NF, Nkoy FL, Hess R (2020). Utilization of Radiographic Imaging for Infant Hydronephrosis over the First 12 Months of Life. Adv Urol, 2020, 2108362. (Read full article)
    12. Malhotra NR, Wallis MC, Allen C, Cartwright PC, Lau GA (2020). Continence outcomes following a modification of the Mitchell bladder neck reconstruction in myelomeningocele: a single institution experience. J Pediatr Urol.
    13. Armstrong JM, Malhotra NR, Lau GA (2020). Seminoma In A Young Phenotypic Female With Turner Syndrome 45,XO/46,XY Mosaicism: A Case Report With Review Of The Literature. Urology, 139, 168-170. (Read full article)
    14. Lau G, Anderson R, Cartwright P, Wallis MC, Schaeffer A, Oottamasathien S, Snow B (2018). Unilateral open extravesical ureteral reimplanation with contralateral dextronomer/hyaluronic acid injection performed as an outpatient therapy. J Pediatr Urol, 14(6), 566.e1-566.e5. (Read full article)
    15. Lau GA, Schaeffer AJ (2018). Current standing and future directions in pediatric oncofertility: a narrative review. Transl Androl Urol, 7(Suppl 3), S276-S282. (Read full article)
    16. Mullaney S, Lau G, Snow B (2018). Paradoxical Examination and Imaging Findings in a Case of Paratesticular Cutaneous Angioyxoma.LID - S0090-4295(18)30546-6 [pii]LID - 10.1016/j.urology.2018.05.026 [doi]. Urology, 121, 168-170. (Read full article)
    17. Stevenson SM, Lau GA, Andolsek WC, Presson AP, Cartwright PC (2018). Bladder debris on ultrasound as a predictor for positive urine culture in a pediatric population. J Pediatr Urol, 14(3), 254.e1-254.e5. (Read full article)
    18. Bleicher J, Kim RD, Hamilton B, Lau G, Campsen J (2018). Backtable ureteroscopy for retrieval of retained stent or stone: A novel technique in renal autotransplant. Urol Case Rep, 17, 94-96. (Read full article)
    19. Lau GA, Gleason J (06/01/2015). Superior vesical fissure and complete mullerian duplication. Dialogues in Pediatric Urology, 36(4).

    Book Chapter

    1. Lau GA, Wallis MC, Cartwright PC, Snow BW (2019). Chapter 56: Bladder and Urethra. In Holcomb G, Murphy JP, St Peter S (Eds.), Holcomb and Ashcraft's Pediatric Surgery (7th, 56, pp. 870-883). Elsevier.

    Letter

    1. Meier KM, Mata C, Kaar JL, Rensing AJ, Dudley AG, Carrasco A Jr, Drzewiecki BA, VanderBrink BA, Streur CS, Bagli DJ, Chalmers DJ, Wilcox DT, Yerkes EB, Lau GA, Vricella GJ, Hecht SL, Copp HL, Pohl HG, Franco I, Ahn J, Wiener JS, Singer JS, Long CJ, Keays MA, Daugherty MR, Fuchs ME, Austin PF, Wu CQ, Zee RS, Misseri R, Tanaka ST, Bauer SB, Rove KO (2024). Reply by Authors. [Letter to the editor]. J Urol, 212(1), 175-176. (Read full article)