Scott I. Tiplitsky MD
Urologist
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“Dr Tiplitsky is very knowledgeable and well informed and very easy to communicate with. He provides information in a manner that is easy to comprehend and understand. He has very good mannerisms and I enjoy having a conversation with him."
Scott I. Tiplitsky MD
Dr. Scott Tiplitsky is a board-certified urologist providing comprehensive adult urologic care to patients throughout the Chicagoland area. He combines advanced surgical training with a thoughtful, patient-centered approach, offering both general urology services and specialized minimally invasive treatment options.
Dr. Tiplitsky earned his undergraduate degree in Computer Science from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, and received his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. He completed his internship and residency in surgery and urology at Albert Einstein College of Medicine / Montefiore Medical Center in New York City, where he received extensive training across all areas of urology, including urologic oncology, kidney stone disease, urinary incontinence, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), and erectile dysfunction.
He has published and presented on topics including erectile dysfunction, kidney stone disease, and laparoscopic and robotic surgery. Dr. Tiplitsky practices adult urology with a special interest in state-of-the-art treatments for BPH, stone disease, and male sexual health.
Patients appreciate his clear communication, discretion, and commitment to helping them feel comfortable discussing sensitive concerns.
Dr. Tiplitsky lives in Deerfield, IL with his wife and three children. In his free time, he enjoys keeping up with the latest technology and gadgets, traveling, following his hometown (NY/NJ) sports teams, and spending time with his family.
Conditions Treated
Dr. Tiplitsky evaluates and treats a wide range of adult urologic conditions, including:
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH / enlarged prostate)
- Kidney stones
- Erectile dysfunction
- Urinary incontinence
- Urinary symptoms such as frequency, urgency, and weak stream
- Urologic cancers
- Male sexual health concerns
- General adult urology conditions
He works closely with patients to explain diagnostic findings and guide them through appropriate treatment options based on individual needs and goals.
Procedures & Treatments
Dr. Tiplitsky offers advanced medical and surgical care, with an emphasis on minimally invasive techniques when appropriate. Services include:
- UroLift® treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
- Aquablation treatment for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH)
- No needle vasectomy
- Kidney stone evaluation and treatment
- Advanced treatment for erectile dysfunction, including penile prosthesis implantation
- Office-based and outpatient urologic procedures
He is one of the few urologists in the Chicagoland area with experience managing complex cases of erectile dysfunction requiring penile prosthesis implantation.
Dr. Tiplitsky was named a UroLift Center of Excellence. The UroLift treatment is a revolutionary, minimally invasive approach to treating an enlarged prostate, or BPH. The UroLift System lifts or holds the enlarged prostate tissue out of the way so it no longer blocks the urethra. There is no cutting, heating, or removal of prostate tissue. Click for more information on the UroLift System.
“Urologic health has such a large impact on quality of life. It is exciting to be a part of this cutting-edge field of medicine, helping men and women of all ages. I know that urologic issues can be sensitive and sometimes difficult to discuss. I work hard to help my patients in a comfortable, confidential setting to explore available options and develop a treatment plan that is right for them.”
Hospital Affiliation
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital -
Park Ridge,
IL
Ascension Saint Alexius Medical Center Hoffman Estates -
Hoffman Estates,
IL
Ascension Alexian Brothers Medical Center Elk Grove Village -
Elk Grove Village,
IL
Education and Training
Certification
American Board of Urology
Illinois State Medical License
Societies
American Urological Association
American Medical Association
Endourological Society
Special Interests
Erectile dysfunction
Laparoscopic Surgery of the Kidney
Surgical and Medical Management of Kidney Stone Disease
Minimally Invasive Treatment of BPH
Male and Female Incontinence
Vasectomy
Kanika ND, Chang J, Tong Y, Tiplitsky S, Lin J, Yohannes E, Tar M, Chance M, Christ GJ, Melman A, Davies KD. BJU Int. 2011 May;107(10):1676-84. doi: 10.1111/j.1464-410X.2010.09655.x. Epub 2010 Sep 21. PMID: 21518418 Free PMC article.
Transcription of G-protein coupled receptors in corporeal smooth muscle is regulated by the endogenous neutral endopeptidase inhibitor sialorphinTong Y, Tiplitsky SI, Tar M, Melman A, Davies KP. J Urol. 2008 Aug;180(2):760-6. doi: 10.1016/j.juro.2008.03.187. Epub 2008 Jun 13. PMID: 18554633 Free PMC article.
Case report: intrarenal arteriovenous fistula after ureteroscopic stone extraction with holmium laser lithotripsyTiplitsky SI, Milhoua PM, Patel MB, Minsky L, Hoenig DM. J Endourol. 2007 May;21(5):530-2. doi: 10.1089/end.2006.0371. PMID: 17523908
Is intralesional interferon alpha2b a safe and effective minimally invasive treatment for Peyronie's disease?Tiplitsky SI, Melman A. Nat Clin Pract Urol. 2007 Jan;4(1):22-3. doi: 10.1038/ncpuro0670. PMID: 17211421 No abstract available.
Long-term results of the bulbourethral sling procedureStern JA, Clemens JQ, Tiplitsky SI, Matschke HM, Jain PM, Schaeffer AJ. J Urol. 2005 May;173(5):1654-6. doi: 10.1097/01.ju.0000157972.11229.4e. PMID: 15821529