Prostate Surgery Center of Excellence — Salt Lake City, Utah

Advanced Prostate Surgery.
Same-Day Recovery.
Lasting Results.

Dr. Brandon Childs, MD is Utah's dedicated HoLEP specialist. Using cutting-edge techniques including same-day catheter removal, most patients go home the same day as surgery — and never look back.

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4.9 ★

550+ Google Reviews — Utah's Most-Reviewed HoLEP Surgeon

~1,000

HoLEP Procedures Performed — Nearly 200 Cases in 2024 Alone

Same Day

Discharge & Catheter Removal (Most Patients)

<1%

Re-treatment Rate at 10 Years

The Procedure

What is HoLEP Surgery?

HoLEP — Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate — is the most effective minimally invasive surgery available for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or enlarged prostate. Unlike older procedures that only reduce prostate tissue, HoLEP removes the entire obstructing portion, addressing the root cause of obstruction with unmatched durability.

The procedure is performed entirely through the urethra with no external incisions, no scars, and minimal blood loss. Dr. Childs has dedicated his practice to mastering this technique, routinely sending most patients home the same day and removing the catheter before discharge — a level of care that is cutting-edge even by national standards.

Whether your prostate is small or very large, HoLEP delivers consistent, lasting results that other procedures simply cannot match.

No incisions or scars

Performed entirely through the urethra — completely endoscopic.

Same-day discharge (most patients)

Dr. Childs routinely sends patients home the same day, including same-day catheter removal.

Proven long-term durability

Less than 1% of patients require retreatment at 10 years — far better than TURP or laser vaporization.

Works for any prostate size

Ideal even for very large prostates where other procedures are less effective or contraindicated.

Our Approach

Cutting-Edge Techniques

Advanced Surgical Technique

En Bloc Resection with Early Apical Release

Dr. Childs employs the en bloc technique with early apical release — a refined, advanced approach to HoLEP that improves precision at the apex of the prostate. This technique optimizes urinary control outcomes and reduces operative complexity, reflecting Dr. Childs' commitment to staying at the forefront of prostate surgery.

Patient-First Recovery

Same-Day Discharge & Catheter Removal

Most HoLEP centers keep patients overnight with a catheter for 1–2 days. Dr. Childs strives to remove the catheter the same day as surgery and discharge patients the same day — an approach that is cutting-edge nationally and reflects his mastery of the procedure and commitment to minimal disruption to your life.

Minimally Invasive

No Incisions. No Open Surgery.

The entire procedure is performed endoscopically through the natural urethral opening. There are no external cuts, no open surgery, and no hospital wound to heal. This translates to dramatically lower infection risk, less blood loss, and a faster, more comfortable recovery compared to traditional prostatectomy.

Durable Outcomes

Complete Tissue Removal — Not Just Reduction

Unlike GreenLight laser vaporization or UroLift, HoLEP removes the entire obstructing prostate tissue rather than simply reducing or lifting it. This eliminates the root cause of obstruction, resulting in durable relief that outlasts every other minimally invasive alternative by a wide margin.

Why Choose Dr. Childs

Utah's Dedicated HoLEP Specialist

Focused Expertise

Dr. Childs has dedicated his practice to HoLEP and advanced prostate surgery. This is not a side procedure — it is his specialty and passion.

Center of Excellence

Our practice is purpose-built around prostate surgical excellence — from intake through recovery, every detail is designed for your best outcome.

Rigorous Training

Trained at the University of Vermont and completed residency at the prestigious Lahey Clinic in Massachusetts — one of the nation's leading surgical programs.

Evidence-Based Care

HoLEP is endorsed by the AUA and EAU as the highest-efficacy, lowest-recurrence option for BPH surgery. Dr. Childs follows the evidence.

Easy to Schedule

Most patients are seen within 1–2 weeks. We make it straightforward to get an appointment and get answers quickly.

Serving the Mountain West

Located in West Jordan, Utah — patients travel from across the region for access to this level of specialized prostate care.

Conditions Treated

Prostate Conditions We Specialize In

Primary

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Enlarged prostate causing urinary obstruction, weak stream, frequent urination, and incomplete emptying. HoLEP is the definitive surgical solution.

Urinary

Urinary Retention

Inability to fully empty the bladder, often requiring a catheter. HoLEP resolves the anatomical obstruction at its source.

Obstruction

Bladder Outlet Obstruction

Blockage at the base of the bladder due to prostate enlargement, leading to urgency, pressure, and over time, reduced kidney function.

Recurrent

Failed Prior BPH Treatment

Had TURP, GreenLight, or UroLift and experienced regrowth or recurrence? HoLEP is the ideal salvage and definitive option.

Large Gland

Very Large Prostate

For prostates over 80cc — where most other minimally invasive options are not feasible — HoLEP is the preferred, safest, and most effective approach.

Symptoms

Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms

Nocturia, urgency, slow stream, and frequency that impact quality of life. We evaluate the full picture before recommending any intervention.

Don't Wait

Warning Signs That Mean It's Time to Call

Many men tolerate urinary symptoms for years before seeking help — often because they assume it's just aging, or because they're not sure whether their symptoms are serious enough. Some symptoms are more than inconvenient. They are warning signs of prostate obstruction that, left untreated, can cause permanent damage to the bladder and kidneys.

⚠ Call Immediately

Complete inability to urinate

Also called acute urinary retention. If you cannot urinate at all, this is a urological emergency — call the office or go to an emergency room immediately.

Blood in the urine

Pink, red, or brown-tinged urine — even if it resolves on its own — should always be evaluated. It can indicate prostate enlargement, bladder issues, or other conditions that need assessment.

Recurrent urinary tract infections

Two or more UTIs in a year suggests incomplete bladder emptying caused by obstruction — a breeding ground for bacteria. This requires evaluation, not just repeated antibiotics.

Kidney function changes

If your doctor has noted rising creatinine levels or signs of back-pressure on your kidneys, untreated prostate obstruction may be the cause. This can become irreversible without timely treatment.

ⓘ Don't Ignore These

Waking up 2+ times per night to urinate

Nocturia is one of the most disruptive BPH symptoms and one of the most dramatically improved by HoLEP. Most patients go from 4–5 trips a night to once or none.

Weak, slow, or interrupted urine stream

Straining to urinate, a stream that stops and starts, or a noticeably weak flow are classic signs of progressive obstruction.

Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying

Leaving the bathroom and immediately feeling like you need to go again, or knowing your bladder never fully drains, indicates significant residual urine — a sign of obstruction.

Symptoms not controlled by medication

If you're already taking Flomax, finasteride, or both and your symptoms continue to worsen, medication is no longer managing your condition. It's time to talk about definitive treatment.

If you recognize any of these symptoms, don't wait for your annual physical. Early intervention prevents complications and leads to better outcomes.

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A Life Without Daily Medication

Stop Taking Flomax. Forever.

Most men with BPH have been on Flomax (tamsulosin), finasteride, dutasteride, or a combination for years. Their doctors renew the prescription every year. The pills become part of the routine. And most men assume this is just how life is now.

It doesn't have to be.

After a successful HoLEP procedure, the vast majority of patients discontinue all BPH medications immediately — the same day as surgery, or within days. Because the obstructing tissue has been completely removed, the mechanical reason for those medications no longer exists. They are not tapered. They are not gradually reduced. They are simply stopped.

Most patients never need to start them again.

Flomax / Tamsulosin

An alpha-blocker that relaxes the prostate and bladder neck muscles to improve flow. Common side effects include dizziness, retrograde ejaculation, and low blood pressure — especially dangerous when rising from bed or a chair. After HoLEP, there is no obstructed muscle to relax. Discontinued immediately after surgery.

Finasteride / Dutasteride (5-alpha reductase inhibitors)

Hormonal medications that shrink the prostate by blocking testosterone conversion. Take 6+ months to work, can affect libido and sexual function, and must be taken indefinitely — the prostate regrows if stopped. After HoLEP, the adenoma has been removed. No tissue left to shrink. Discontinued immediately.

✓ After HoLEP

No Flomax. No finasteride. No nightly pill. No annual prescription renewal. No side effects from medications you no longer need. Most patients describe stopping these medications as one of the most immediately noticeable quality-of-life improvements after surgery — before they've even fully recovered.

Note on cost savings: BPH medications are often not fully covered by insurance and carry ongoing copay costs. Stopping them permanently represents a real financial benefit — in addition to eliminating the side effects and inconvenience of daily medication.

Your Surgeon

Brandon Childs, MD

Dr. Brandon Childs is a board-certified urologist based in West Jordan, Utah, with a focused practice in minimally invasive prostate surgery. A native of the Salt Lake Valley, he completed his urology residency at the prestigious Lahey Hospital and Medical Center in Boston, with additional training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center — a Harvard Medical School affiliate — before returning home to build one of Utah's most specialized BPH practices.

Patients sometimes ask about his age — and it's a fair question. Dr. Childs completed his urology residency in 2022, which means he trained on the most current techniques, most recent evidence, and most advanced equipment available. HoLEP, the procedure he has centered his practice around, has a steep learning curve — and he is squarely on the expert side of it, having accumulated a high volume of cases in a short time with singular focus. His energy, his precision, and his commitment to staying current are not despite his career stage. They are because of it.

Dr. Childs employs the en bloc technique with early apical release — a cutting-edge refinement that maximizes precision and optimizes continence outcomes — and routinely achieves same-day discharge with same-day catheter removal, a benchmark most programs nationwide have not reached. Since beginning practice in 2022, he has performed nearly 1,000 HoLEP procedures — including close to 200 in the past year alone — a case volume that places him among the highest-volume HoLEP specialists in the Mountain West and reflects the singular focus he has brought to this procedure from day one.

Medical School: University of Vermont College of Medicine — 2016

Internship: General Surgery, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington, MA — 2017

Residency: Urology, Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, Burlington, MA — Completed 2022

Additional Residency Training: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Boston, MA (Harvard Medical School Affiliate)

Board Certified, American Board of Urology

HoLEP Specialist — En Bloc & Early Apical Release Technique

Member, American Urological Association (AUA)

Granger Medical Clinic, Urology — Since September 2022

Office Locations

West Jordan (Primary) — Granger Medical, Bldg. A, 3181 W 9000 S • (801) 432-3022

West Valley City — Granger Medical, Fairbourne Station, 2965 W 3500 S • (801) 965-3600

Surgical Facilities

Riverton Hospital (Intermountain)

Riverton Surgery Center

Holy Cross — Jordan Valley

Intermountain Medical Center

Lakeview Hospital, Bountiful

Holy Cross — Salt Lake

Holy Cross — West Valley

Member, American Urological Association (AUA)

Located at Granger Medical, 3181 W 9000 S, West Jordan, UT 84088

Patient Reviews

What Patients Are Saying

4.9

4.9 • 550+ Google Reviews • All Surgery Patients

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Verified HoLEP Patient

March 2026 — Healthgrades

"My only regret was that I did not do it sooner"

I was introduced to Dr. Childs via a referral for HoLEP. I put it off for a year — concerns about the procedure, Dr. Childs' relative youth, and not wanting downtime from my active lifestyle. The experience from initial visit to follow-up has all been positive. My quality of life has much improved. If you are looking for someone who is skilled, knowledgeable, open to questions, and provides direct feedback — Dr. Childs will not disappoint.

Verified HoLEP Patient

June 2025 — Healthgrades

"I couldn't be more grateful for the care I received"

I recently had HoLEP surgery with Dr. Childs, and I couldn't be more grateful for the care I received. From the initial consultation through recovery, Dr. Childs was incredibly knowledgeable, thorough, and approachable. He took the time to explain the procedure in detail and answered all of my questions without rushing.

Verified on Google

John Clark

6 months ago

HoLEP Surgery — Same Day Discharge

"Dr. Childs was great. I had HoLEP surgery, went home the same day with no pain. A little discomfort in urinating for a couple of days. The surgery solved my issue."

Tom Rainwater

1 year ago

BPH — Urinary Symptoms Resolved

"Before my operation I was up five to six times a night going to the bathroom, and just a dribble. Not being able to void my bladder. Now a strong stream and maybe once a night getting up. I would highly recommend this procedure. I now have a much better night's sleep. Thank you to Dr. Childs and his staff!"

Darrell Swensen

2 years ago

Enlarged Prostate — Laser Surgery

"Dr. Childs did an outstanding job on the laser surgery to remove my enlarged prostate and the follow up has been very good. I have returned to a normal life again with regard to urination. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing the same treatment."

Paul Kafer

1 year ago

"Good doctor. Good staff. Good consultation and evaluation followed by an in-depth explanation of options and detailed Q&A. Much better than previous doctor I was seeing. Now I just have to recover from HoLEP surgery performed this morning."

Douglas Bradshaw

7 months ago

"You will instantly like and trust Dr. Childs. He took time to explain how the anticipated surgery works, the pros and cons, as well as other treatment options. He's as good as it gets."

Dan Skoubye

2 years ago

"I couldn't be more pleased with Dr. Childs, his office, or the results of the surgery. Every step of the way was handled with professionalism and competence. My quality of life is much improved."

Marcelo Del Lago

2 weeks ago · Local Guide

"The doctor is very knowledgeable and clearly explains the surgical procedure I requested. We discussed all the options, including risks and benefits, before deciding to proceed with the surgery recommended by Dr. Childs. I highly recommend Dr. Brandon Childs for his excellent work and extensive experience."

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