Draft:Andrew J. Kirsch

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Andrew Jared Kirsch, M.D., FAAP

Andrew Jared Kirsch (born April 24, 1962) is a prominent American pediatric urologist, entrepreneur, researcher, and medical innovator. He serves as a Clinical Professor of Urology at Emory University School of Medicine, Chief of the Division of Pediatric Urology at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, and Medical Director and Chief of Pediatric Urology at Georgia Urology, the largest urology practice in the Southeastern United States.. Widely recognized for his expertise in pediatric urological disorders, Kirsch has pioneered advancements in robotic surgery, medical device innovation, and patient care.

Early Life and Education

Born in New York City to a business family, Kirsch is a descendant of Hyman Kirsch, a Russian immigrant who founded Kirsch Beverages in 1904. The company became renowned for its innovative soft drink products, including the introduction of No-Cal, the first sugar-free diet soda in 1952. Inspired by his family’s entrepreneurial legacy, Kirsch developed an early interest in science, medicine, and innovation.

He attended Union College in Schenectady, New York, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology in 1984. In addition to his academic pursuits, Kirsch was a member of the Union College men’s lacrosse team.

He earned his medical degree from the State University of New York (SUNY) Health Science Center at Brooklyn, where he received two NIH Research Fellowship Awards and was inducted into the Sigma Xi Research Society. Recognized as a Master Teacher in Urology by his alma mater in 2006, Kirsch completed residencies at Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons and a fellowship at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia as an American Foundation for Urological Diseases Scholar.

Medical and Academic Career

Kirsch began his academic career at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, where he served as a Clinical Instructor. In 1998, he joined Emory University School of Medicine, where he is currently a Clinical Professor of Urology and Chief of Pediatric Urology. He has personally trained over 25 pediatric urology fellows at Emory, contributing significantly to the next generation of specialists in the field.

In addition to his academic roles, Kirsch serves as the Medical Director and Chief of Pediatric Urology at Georgia Urology, the largest urology practice in the Southeastern United States, and as Medical Director of Robotic Surgery at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta’s Scottish Rite campus.

Known for his clinical acumen and dedication to education, Kirsch developed the Hydrodistention Implantation Technique (HIT), a global standard of care for treating vesicoureteral reflux (VUR). He has trained over a thousand physicians internationally through workshops, live demonstrations, and lectures.

Kirsch’s expertise extends to advanced diagnostic imaging through his pioneering work in magnetic resonance urography (MRU) for pediatric obstructive uropathy and robotic reconstructive surgery, serving as faculty at the North American Robotic Urology Symposium.

Research, Innovations, and Publications

Kirsch is a prolific researcher with over 300 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters. His contributions, particularly in vesicoureteral reflux, have significantly advanced pediatric urology. He holds multiple patents for medical devices, including the co-development of the Soluu® Bedwetting Mitigation Device, under FDA review for treating nocturnal enuresis in children.

Some of his most cited and highest-rated publications include:

• "Endoscopic management of vesicoureteral reflux: Advances in technique and outcomes" (Journal of Pediatric Urology, 2010) – Explores the evolution of minimally invasive techniques for VUR.
• "Magnetic resonance urography in pediatric urology" (Pediatric Radiology, 2015) – Establishes MRU as a diagnostic standard for complex uropathies.
• "Robotic-assisted urologic surgery in children: Long-term outcomes" (Journal of Urology, 2018) – Pioneering research on the efficacy of robotic reconstructive techniques.
• "The impact of neuromodulation in treating nocturnal enuresis" (Urology Practice, 2020) – Introduces innovative applications of TENS in enuresis treatment.

Leadership Roles and Honors

Kirsch has held numerous leadership roles in professional societies, including:

President of the American Association of Pediatric Urologists (AAPU), Chair of the Publications Committee for the Society for Fetal Urology (SFU), Member of the Section on Urology Executive Committee for the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), Board Member of the Georgia Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics (GAAAP).

In addition to his medical contributions, Kirsch is the Chief Medical Liaison for Project Chimps, a sanctuary for retired research primates in Georgia.

Repeatedly recognized in The Best Doctors in America and Atlanta Magazine’s "Top Doctors," Kirsch continues to be celebrated as a top-tier medical professional

Personal Life

Kirsch has been married for over 35 years and enjoys spending time with his family, exploring the outdoors, tinkering with new projects, traveling, and following professional sports.