Women's Urology In Colorado Springs, CO
Because Your Bladder Health Should Never Be Ignored
You Deserve a Urologist Who Sees the Whole Picture
Too many women are told that bladder problems are just part of getting older, that recurrent UTIs simply require another antibiotic, or that leakage is something to manage with pads and hope. Modern Urology exists because Dr. Fronczak believes women seeking women’s urology in Colorado Springs, CO deserve more than that. She digs into the root cause behind every symptom and builds a treatment plan aimed at prevention, not just temporary relief.
Dr. Fronczak is board certified by the American Board of Urology. She earned her medical degree from the University of Colorado School of Medicine and completed both general surgery and urologic surgery training at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. She also holds a Master of Science in Public Health from the University of Colorado. Her professional memberships include the American Urologic Society, the Rocky Mountain Urologic Society, and the Boulder County Medical Society.
As a female urologist, Dr. Fronczak understands the hesitation many women feel when discussing bladder and pelvic symptoms. She has treated thousands of women across the Front Range, and her practice was designed to be a space where these conversations happen without judgment or rush. You will see the same doctor at every visit, and she will know your history, your concerns, and your goals.
Modern Urology is independently owned. There is no rotating staff of providers. No institutional red tape between you and your care. Just a board certified specialist who takes the time to listen and explains every option in plain language before you decide on anything together.
Do Any of These Sound Familiar?
Women’s urologic conditions show up in daily life in ways that can feel isolating, frustrating, and sometimes frightening. Modern Urology helps women in the Colorado Springs area who are dealing with symptoms like these identify what is causing them and find a path forward.
You may be dealing with a urologic condition if you are experiencing any of the following: leaking urine when you cough, sneeze, laugh, or exercise. Rushing to the bathroom multiple times a day or waking up more than once at night. Feeling a constant or recurring urge to urinate, even when your bladder is not full. Getting urinary tract infections over and over despite treatment. Feeling pressure, heaviness, or a bulge in your pelvic area. Experiencing chronic bladder pain or discomfort that comes and goes without explanation.
None of these symptoms are normal. None should be written off as something you simply have to accept. Each one has a cause, and each cause has a treatment. If you have been searching for women’s urology in Colorado Springs, CO because something feels wrong, trust that instinct. Dr. Fronczak’s approach starts with understanding exactly what is happening in your body before recommending any intervention.
Urinary incontinence is the involuntary loss of urine, and it affects women of all ages. It is never a normal part of life or aging, no matter how common it may seem. Modern Urology evaluates and treats every type of female incontinence, from mild occasional leakage to daily disruptions that limit your activities and confidence.
Different types of incontinence require different treatments, and many women experience more than one type simultaneously. The main categories are stress urinary incontinence (SUI), where leakage happens during physical activity; overactive bladder (OAB), where sudden urges make it difficult to reach the restroom in time; and overflow incontinence, where the bladder does not empty fully. When SUI and OAB occur together, it is called mixed urinary incontinence.
Dr. Fronczak starts every evaluation by listening to your specific pattern of symptoms. She then uses targeted diagnostics to determine the type and severity of your incontinence before recommending a treatment path. Conservative approaches are always explored first.
Stress urinary incontinence is leakage that occurs during movement or exertion, such as coughing, laughing, sneezing, running, jumping, or even standing up from a chair. It results from weakened support around the urethra. Modern Urology offers a full ladder of treatment options, from conservative therapy to surgical correction, so you can choose the approach that fits your body and your life.
Pelvic floor rehabilitation is often the starting point. A trained pelvic floor physical therapist can strengthen the muscles that support the urethra and reduce or eliminate leakage during activity. Modern Urology has cultivated relationships with skilled pelvic floor therapists and works closely with them to track your progress.
Topical vaginal estrogen plays an important role in female urinary health that many providers overlook. Vaginal estrogen is safe, with minimal absorption into the bloodstream. It restores thinning vaginal and urethral tissue to a healthier state, which is especially important for women experiencing genitourinary syndrome of menopause. Applying a small amount of vaginal estrogen to the urethra and vagina can improve tissue quality and create a better seal to reduce leakage. Dr. Fronczak addresses every question and concern so you feel confident using this therapy.
Bulkamid urethral bulking is a procedure where a gel is injected around the urethra to help it close more effectively. Results are often immediate, and the procedure can be performed in the office or operating room. Repeat treatments may be needed over time.
Retropubic midurethral sling is an outpatient surgical option that places a supportive mesh hammock around the urethra. This sling holds the urethra in position so leakage stops. A retropubic midurethral sling is not the same as vaginal mesh. Retropubic slings have never been recalled by the FDA and are considered safe when placed by a specialist with significant experience. Dr. Fronczak explains the distinction clearly so you can make a fully informed choice.
Overactive bladder occurs when the bladder muscle contracts at the wrong time, creating a sudden and intense urge to urinate. OAB can cause frequent trips to the bathroom throughout the day and night, and it often leads to urge incontinence, where leakage happens before you can reach the restroom. For women in the Colorado Springs area, Modern Urology provides a stepped treatment approach that begins conservatively and advances only when needed.
First-line treatment includes behavioral strategies like timed voiding and fluid management, pelvic floor physical therapy to retrain the bladder-nerve connection, and oral medications that reduce bladder muscle overactivity.
When those approaches do not provide adequate relief, Dr. Fronczak offers advanced therapies. Bladder Botox injections relax the overactive bladder muscle and can provide months of symptom improvement. Peripheral tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) is a gentle, office-based treatment that sends calming signals to the bladder through a nerve near the ankle. Sacral neuromodulation uses a small implanted device to regulate the nerve signals between the bladder and brain, offering long-term control for women with severe OAB that has not responded to other treatments.
Urinary tract infections are common in women, but getting them over and over is a signal that something deeper is going on. The goal at Modern Urology is not to keep prescribing antibiotics for each new infection. The goal is to find out why the infections keep returning and build a plan to stop them.
Recurrent UTIs can have many contributing factors: bladder dysfunction that prevents complete emptying, thinning vaginal tissue after menopause, kidney or bladder stones, chronic constipation, suboptimal fluid intake, and in rare cases, an underlying condition like bladder cancer. Dr. Fronczak performs a thorough evaluation to identify your specific risk factors. This may include a cystoscopy (a direct look into the bladder with a small camera) or imaging studies when the clinical picture warrants it.
Treatment is customized to your situation. It may include restoring vaginal tissue health with topical estrogen, correcting bladder emptying habits, optimizing hydration, coordinating with pelvic floor physical therapy, and when appropriate, using targeted prophylactic strategies rather than repeated full courses of antibiotics.
Interstitial cystitis, also known as bladder pain syndrome, causes ongoing pressure, discomfort, or pain in the bladder and pelvis. The severity can range from a mild ache to pain that disrupts sleep, work, and relationships. Many women with IC have seen multiple providers without finding relief. Modern Urology takes a multifaceted approach to help Colorado Springs area women manage and reduce bladder pain.
Dr. Fronczak uses a combination of therapies tailored to each patient’s specific triggers and symptoms. Options include pelvic floor physical therapy with therapists experienced in pain conditions, vaginal or rectal pain suppositories, bladder instillations that deliver soothing medication directly to the bladder lining, and cystoscopy to evaluate and treat bladder ulcers (Hunner’s lesions). When a more specialized team approach is needed, Dr. Fronczak coordinates referrals to additional bladder pain experts.
Pelvic organ prolapse happens when the muscles and connective tissue supporting the bladder, uterus, or rectum lose strength, allowing one or more organs to shift downward and press against the vaginal wall. It is more common than most women realize, particularly after vaginal childbirth, during and after menopause, or following previous pelvic surgery.
You may notice a feeling of heaviness in the pelvis, pressure or fullness in the vaginal area, a visible or palpable bulge, difficulty fully emptying your bladder, discomfort during intimacy, or lower back aching. Some women have mild prolapse with no symptoms at all. Others find it significantly impacts their daily activities.
Dr. Fronczak evaluates the type and degree of prolapse and discusses all available options. For mild cases, pelvic floor physical therapy and pessary devices can provide meaningful relief without surgery. When the prolapse is more advanced or conservative measures are not working, surgical repair may be recommended. The important thing is knowing that effective treatment exists and that you have choices.
The health of vaginal tissue has a direct and often underappreciated impact on urinary function. As estrogen levels decline during perimenopause and menopause, vaginal and urethral tissue can thin, dry, and weaken. This condition, called genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM), contributes to urinary leakage, recurrent UTIs, urgency, and discomfort during daily activities or intimacy.
Modern Urology addresses GSM as a foundational element of women’s urologic care. Topical vaginal estrogen, applied in small amounts to the urethra and vaginal tissue, can restore tissue integrity with minimal systemic absorption. Dr. Fronczak discusses this therapy in detail, answering every question about safety and use so you feel completely at ease. Many women are surprised by how much their bladder symptoms improve once vaginal tissue health is optimized.
This is an area where Modern Urology goes further than most practices. Rather than treating bladder symptoms in isolation, Dr. Fronczak considers the hormonal and tissue health factors that many providers miss entirely.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of bladder and pelvic conditions does a women’s urologist treat?
A women’s urologist focuses on the unique anatomy and conditions of the female urinary tract and pelvic floor. At Modern Urology, Dr. Fronczak treats stress urinary incontinence, overactive bladder, mixed incontinence, recurrent urinary tract infections, interstitial cystitis and bladder pain, pelvic organ prolapse, and genitourinary syndrome of menopause. She provides both conservative and surgical treatment options, always starting with the least invasive approach that fits your condition.
Can I see a female urologist near Colorado Springs?
Yes. Dr. Carolyn Fronczak is a board certified female urologist who serves women from Colorado Springs and surrounding communities. Many women feel more at ease discussing sensitive bladder, pelvic, and urinary issues with a female provider. Dr. Fronczak’s practice is designed to be private, welcoming, and free of judgment so you can speak openly about your concerns from the very first visit.
Should I just accept bladder leakage as part of aging?
Absolutely not. Bladder leakage is never a normal part of aging, regardless of how common it may feel. Incontinence is a medical condition with identifiable causes and effective treatments. If you have been avoiding activities, wearing pads daily, or mapping out bathrooms before leaving the house, Dr. Fronczak can evaluate what is causing the leakage and create a plan to reduce or stop it.
I have heard mesh slings are dangerous. Is that true?
The safety concerns you may have read about involve transvaginal mesh used for pelvic organ prolapse repair, which is different from a retropubic midurethral sling used for stress incontinence. Retropubic midurethral slings have never been recalled by the FDA. When placed correctly by a specialist with significant experience, they are a safe and effective treatment for SUI. Dr. Fronczak explains the distinction in detail during your consultation so there is no confusion.
What happens if medications do not fix my overactive bladder?
When oral medications and behavioral therapy are not enough for OAB, Modern Urology offers several advanced options. Bladder Botox injections can relax the bladder muscle for months at a time. Peripheral tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) delivers gentle impulses through a nerve at the ankle to calm bladder overactivity. Sacral neuromodulation uses a small implanted device to regulate bladder-nerve communication long term. Dr. Fronczak helps you weigh the benefits of each so you can choose confidently.
Why do my UTIs keep coming back even after antibiotics?
Recurrent UTIs typically have an underlying cause that antibiotics alone will not fix. Possible factors include incomplete bladder emptying, thinning vaginal tissue from reduced estrogen, kidney or bladder stones, constipation, dehydration, and rarely, something more serious. Modern Urology investigates these contributing factors through a thorough evaluation and then creates a prevention-focused plan that goes beyond treating each infection as it appears.