Matthew C. Ercolani, MD, FACS, Author at Grand Rounds in Urology

Matthew C. Ercolani, MD, FACS

Elite Robotic Surgical Consultants

Oroville, California

Matthew C. Ercolani, MD, FACS, is the Founder and Managing Partner of Elite Robotic Surgical Consultants, a large urology group providing robotic and non-robotic urologic care to rural communities throughout California and Oregon. While leading this company, he has started robotic urology programs at eight hospitals on the West Coast. In addition to his focus on robotic surgery, he is very active in the treatment of male and female voiding dysfunction, BPH, and erectile dysfunction.

Dr. Ercolani earned his MS in Biological Sciences from New York University. He earned his medical degree at the State University of New York in [TOWN]. Dr. Ercolani then completed an internship in General Surgery and a residency in Urology at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in New Brunswick. Dr. Ercolani subsequently completed a fellowship in Laparoscopic and Robotic Urologic Oncology in the Department of Urology at the Institut Mutualiste Montsouris in Paris, France.

Dr. Ercolani is a Fellow of the American Board of Urology and the American College of Surgeons. He is a member of the American Urological Association, the Society of Robotic Surgery, the Endourological Society, the Societe Internationale d’Urologie, the Sexual Medicine Society of North America, and Alpha Omega Alpha. Dr. Ercolani has previously served as a board member for the Sarasota and DeSoto Chapter of the American Cancer Society for 2 years and remains active in that charity. He has published more than 25 articles and abstracts in the urologic and radiologic literature.

Talks by Matthew C. Ercolani, MD, FACS

Overview of Axonics SNM Therapy: A Community-Based Perspective

Matthew C. Ercolani, MD, FACS | Sep 2024

Matthew C. Ercolani, MD, FACS, highlights the importance of sacral nerve modulation (SNM) in treating patients with urinary and fecal incontinence, particularly in rural or community-based settings where access to tertiary care is limited. In this 10-minute presentation, Ercolani, a robotic cancer surgeon, emphasizes that while SNM has been available since 1997, many patients remain unaware of its benefits. He considers SNM especially useful in remote areas, as it provides long-term relief for patients without requiring frequent follow-up.
Dr. Ercolani reviews the procedure for SNM therapy, emphasizing the importance of precise surgical techniques. He provides suggestions for the most successful implantation procedure, including fluoroscopy, proper lead placement, and doctor education on sacral anatomy. The presentation also underscores the importance of comprehensive clinical support, which ensures patients understand how to manage their devices post-surgery.

The Prostatic Urethral Lift (Urolift): Back to Basics

Matthew C. Ercolani, MD, FACS | Sep 2024

Matthew C. Ercolani, MD, FACS, provides an overview of UroLift, a minimally invasive procedure for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). In this 11-minute presentation, Ercolani explains his reasoning for performing the UroLift procedure and its benefits compared to other options.

Dr. Ercolani reviews the optimal patient profile, best placement locations, and areas to avoid when performing the implant procedure. He then shares a video of implantation, illustrating how to customize Urolift placement and providing a “before and after” comparison.