Sorry to hear of your diagnosis. You are going about this in the right way, doing your research!!
I do not personally know anyone at the University of Alabama, Birmingham. However, a university environment is always a good idea. I did look over the urologists and their qualifications and interests there. As is common with many urology practices they seem "heavy" in docs with interest in prostate issues. I did find one who really does look good "on paper" for treatment of bladder cancer, Dr. Ferguson recently arrived there from MD Anderson and lists his primary interest as bladder cancer. The web site also says that he is "taking new patients." I think I would probably seek an appointment with him.
Bladder cancer surgery is complicated and, as a result, could be quite expensive. You are fortunate that UAB is in your network.
Please let us know what you decide to do and how it turns out
Sara Anne
