Through scientific advancement and modern technology, new standards have emerged for the treatment of stone disease. This equipment allows for excellent stone clearance and requires minimal anesthesia as an outpatient procedure. It can be performed in less than thirty minutes, requires no incisions and allows the patient to return to normal activities quickly. Most stones can be treated using this technology.

Dr. John T. Chacko, staff urologist at Jackson Hospital, explains “The pain and morbidity of kidney stones can be very significant.” He adds, “Lithotripsy is a non-invasive treatment modality and provides prompt relief for many patients. No incision is needed.”

The equipment works by generating shock waves. X-rays aid in the visualizations of the stone and focus the shock waves on the calculus (kidney stone). The procedure is non invasive and lasts less than 30 minutes. After the procedure is completed, the patient stays in the recovery room for thirty to sixty minutes before discharge to home. This new equipment has a greater than 90% stone-free rate which, without a doubt, is one of the best in the industry.

Dr. John T. Chacko MD is board certified in Urology and is active medical staff at Jackson Hospital. Dr. Chacko treats male and female patients for conditions related to the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urinary tract. Dr. Chacko specializes in diagnosis and treatment of conditions affecting the male reproduction organs. He completed his residency training at Brookdale University Hospital in Brooklyn, New York where he cared for adult and pediatric urological patients in both outpatient and inpatient settings. He is a member of the American Urological Association.

Dr. Chacko’s office is located at 3051 6th Street in Marianna where he can be reached at (850) 526-0005.

Jackson Hospital’s mission is to provide exceptional healthcare to every patient, everyday. The hospital is growing with its $7.5 million renovation and ER Expansion construction project, the development of its Outpatient Center, partnership with Chipola Fitness Center, adding new urological services and by bringing new physicians to the community. Dr. Chacko is one of 32 physicians on the hospitals active staff.