Asst. Prof. Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman

Asst. Prof. Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman — Urologist in Sylhet (BM&DC Registered)

MBBS | FCPS (Surgery) | MS (Urology)
Assistant Professor, Department of Urology
Jalalabad Ragib Rabeya Medical College, Sylhet
BM&DC Registration No.: 53747 | Clinical Experience: 13 years

If you or a family member is experiencing urinary problems—burning during urination, recurrent infection symptoms, stone-like pain, blood in urine, or prostate-related urinary difficulty—this profile is designed to help you make a clear, practical decision. It provides chamber details, common symptom checklists, what tests are typically used in urology pathways, and how to prepare so your consultation is more effective and time-saving.

Quick Booking Information (Sylhet Chamber)

Patient tip: Call before visiting to confirm the serial system and timing. If you have severe pain, fever, vomiting, or cannot pass urine, mention it during the call—these are commonly treated as urgent symptoms.

Why Early Urology Care Matters

Urinary symptoms can disrupt sleep, work, travel, and family life. Many people delay care because the symptoms feel uncomfortable to talk about, or because they are unsure whether the issue is related to the kidneys, bladder, prostate, or “just infection.”

Delays can increase risk and cost. For example:

• Stone disease can progress and may lead to obstruction, severe pain, infection, or reduced kidney function.
• Repeated urinary infection symptoms treated with “trial antibiotics” may return—especially when urine culture is not done.
• Prostate-related urinary problems can worsen gradually and sometimes lead to sudden urinary retention (inability to pass urine).

A structured urology consultation helps reduce uncertainty and repeated spending by focusing on the right diagnosis pathway and a step-by-step plan.

Professional Profile at a Glance

Asst. Prof. Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman is a BM&DC-registered urologist and academic physician. He serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Urology at Jalalabad Ragib Rabeya Medical College, Sylhet, and provides consultations for a wide range of urology concerns. Where clinically appropriate, he also guides patients through management pathways related to minimally invasive and laparoscopic urology.

Core Consultation Areas (Serves For)

• General Urology: urinary tract problems in men and women
• Minimally Invasive Urology: less invasive evaluation and treatment planning where appropriate
• Laparoscopic Urology: guidance for keyhole approaches in selected conditions
• Urologic Oncology: evaluation and guidance for urology-related cancers (diagnosis pathway planning and referral as needed)
• Reconstructive Urology: assessment of urinary tract structure/function issues and management planning

Note: The right approach depends on symptoms, examination findings (when needed), and test results. Care is individualized.

Education, Academic Role & Clinical Experience

Academic & Professional Credentials

Asst. Prof. Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman’s training pathway combines medical graduation, specialist surgical qualification, and advanced urology residency-level training—a progression that supports evidence-based decision-making in both routine and complex urology consultations.

• MBBS — Foundational medical degree with clinical training across major hospital departments.
• FCPS (Surgery) — Bangladesh College of Physicians and Surgeons (BCPS), 2021
  Postgraduate specialist qualification in surgery, commonly emphasizing structured clinical assessment, emergency decision-making, peri-operative care, and surgical safety principles.
• MS (Urology) — Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), 2024
  Advanced specialist training focused on diseases of the kidney, ureter, bladder, urethra, and male urogenital system, including diagnostic pathways, non-surgical treatment planning, and procedure/surgery decision-making when required.

Current Workplace & Academic Designation

• Assistant Professor, Department of Urology — Jalalabad Ragib Rabeya Medical College, Sylhet
  From: April 2025 – Present

In an academic hospital environment, an Assistant Professor typically balances patient care with teaching and supervised clinical work, supporting consistent standards in assessment and management.

Experience Snapshot (Patient-Relevant)

• Clinical experience stated: 13 years

What experience usually improves in patient care:

• selecting the right first tests (to reduce repeat investigations),
• interpreting reports in context (symptoms + findings),
• planning step-by-step care (medicine → follow-up → procedure planning when needed), and
• advising on prevention for recurrence-prone conditions (such as stones and recurrent infections).

What a Urologist Treats (Simple Explanation)

Urology covers conditions of the urinary tract in men and women:

• Kidneys (filtering organs)
• Ureters (tubes carrying urine from kidney to bladder)
• Bladder (storage organ)
• Urethra (urine passage)

Urology also includes many male urinary and reproductive health concerns, such as prostate-related urinary symptoms and scrotal/testicular problems.

Because urinary symptoms often overlap—stone vs infection vs prostate vs dehydration—urology care prioritizes structured diagnosis:

1. identifying symptom patterns,
2. choosing targeted tests (not “everything at once”), and
3. building a plan with follow-up and prevention.

Data-Centric Reality Check: Why Tests and Culture Matter

A common patient question is: “If it feels like infection, why do I need tests?” The key reasons are misleading symptoms, recurrent problems, and antibiotic resistance.

• A Bangladeshi clinical study (urine samples) reported UTI in about 9% of tested cases, with higher rates in adult women (~16.8% in women aged over 19 in that dataset). This suggests UTIs are common—but not every burning symptom is a UTI.
• Antibiotic resistance is a growing reality. Research and surveillance reports from Bangladesh have shown a substantial presence of ESBL-producing organisms (bacteria that resist many common antibiotics). A Bangladesh-focused meta-analysis has reported ESBL-producing E. coli prevalence around ~21% (pooled estimate), supporting why urine culture and targeted antibiotics are often safer in recurrent cases.
• Kidney stone disease is known for recurrence. Clinical literature commonly reports recurrence increasing over time—meaning prevention and follow-up planning can be as important as immediate pain relief.

What this means for patients:

• If symptoms keep returning, urine culture is often more effective (and can be more cost-efficient) than repeated “medicine changes.”
• If you have stone-like pain or blood in urine, imaging like USG KUB is often an essential first step.

Common Reasons Patients Visit a Urologist in Sylhet

Below are practical, real-life scenarios. You do not need to match these exactly—use them as a guide.

1) Burning During Urination (Dysuria)

Burning can occur due to infection, dehydration, irritation, stones, or inflammation.

Consider a urology consultation if: symptoms last more than a few days, recur frequently, or are associated with fever, flank pain, or blood in urine.

2) Frequent Urination / Urgency (Day or Night)

Possible causes include infection, bladder irritation, diabetes control issues, overactive bladder, and prostate enlargement (in men).

Practical note: Night-time urination that repeatedly interrupts sleep is a common quality-of-life complaint in men with prostate-related symptoms.

3) Flank Pain (Back/Side Pain) Suggesting Stone

Stone pain is often severe and wave-like. It may move from the back/side toward the lower abdomen or groin and may be associated with nausea or vomiting.

Important: Painkillers may reduce pain, but they do not address an obstruction. Evaluation helps prevent complications.

4) Blood in Urine (Hematuria)

Even a single episode of blood in urine should be evaluated. It can occur with stones or infection, but it can also be linked to other urinary tract conditions.

5) Recurrent UTI Symptoms

If urinary infection symptoms keep returning, a urology review helps clarify:

• whether it is truly infection,
• whether culture-guided antibiotics are needed, and
• whether stones, obstruction, or other factors may be contributing.

6) Prostate-Related Urinary Problems (Older Men)

Common complaints include weak stream, straining, interrupted flow, frequent night urination, and feeling of incomplete emptying.

Early management can improve comfort and reduce the risk of urinary retention.

7) Groin/Scrotal Discomfort, Swelling, or Heaviness

These symptoms may relate to infection/inflammation, varicocele, hydrocele, hernia, or other causes. A urology consultation can guide what examination and imaging are appropriate.

Symptom-to-Action Guide

Red Flags: When to Seek Urgent Care

Go to a hospital urgently if you have:

• Inability to pass urine at all
• High fever with urinary symptoms
• Severe flank pain with persistent vomiting/dehydration
• Heavy bleeding in urine, clots, dizziness, or worsening weakness

These situations may require immediate assessment, pain control, hydration, and sometimes emergency urology support.

What to Expect During a Urology Consultation

A good consultation is usually structured and focused.

Step 1: Focused History

You may be asked:

• When did symptoms start, and how have they changed?
• Is pain constant or wave-like?
• Any fever, nausea, vomiting?
• Any blood in urine (visible or in reports)?
• How often has this happened before?
• Any diabetes, high blood pressure, or kidney disease?
• What medicines are you currently taking (including painkillers/antibiotics)?
• Any past surgeries, catheter use, or hospital admissions?

Step 2: Examination (Only When Needed)

If an examination is recommended, it is done professionally with privacy and consent.

Step 3: Targeted Tests

Common tests in urology pathways may include:

• Urine R/E (routine & microscopy)
• Urine culture (especially for recurrent symptoms)
• USG KUB (kidney–ureter–bladder ultrasound)
• Serum creatinine and other blood tests as appropriate

Depending on symptoms and initial findings, additional imaging (such as CT) may be advised.

Step 4: Plan + Follow-Up

You should leave with:

• a diagnosis plan (confirmed or probable),
• medication guidance (if needed),
• hydration/lifestyle advice, and
• a clear follow-up timeline (for example, “return with reports in X days”).

How to Prepare for Your Visit (Time-Saving Checklist)

Bring what you have—don’t worry if you have no reports. If available, these items can reduce repeat costs and save time:

• Previous USG/CT/X-ray reports
• Urine test and urine culture reports
• List of current medicines (especially diabetes/BP medicines)
• Past discharge papers or surgery notes
• A short symptom note: duration, fever yes/no, pain location, urine color changes

If possible: drink normal water before the visit unless you are vomiting or have been advised otherwise.

Minimally Invasive and Laparoscopic Urology (How Patients Benefit)

Many people worry that urology means “immediate surgery.” In reality, many urological conditions start with evaluation, medical management, and follow-up. When minimally invasive or laparoscopic approaches are relevant, consultation typically focuses on:

• selecting the safest diagnostic steps,
• deciding whether conservative management is appropriate,
• planning the most suitable procedure when needed,
• discussing recovery expectations, and
• reducing recurrence risk (especially in stone disease).

Patient-first view: Minimally invasive planning aims to reduce unnecessary suffering, avoid delays, and choose options with faster recovery where clinically suitable.

Urologic Oncology and Reconstructive Urology (Consultation Guidance)

Urologic Oncology (Consultation)

This involves evaluation of suspected cancers related to the urinary system (kidney, bladder, prostate, etc.). Patients may present with blood in urine, abnormal imaging findings, or persistent urinary symptoms. Consultation commonly includes careful review of reports, risk assessment, and guidance on the next diagnostic steps and referral pathway when needed.

Reconstructive Urology (Consultation)

Reconstructive urology addresses structural or functional problems of the urinary tract. Patients may come with long-standing flow problems, complications after stones/infection, or previous procedures. The goal is to identify the cause and plan the safest evaluation and management route.

Online / Video Consultation: When It Helps (And When It Doesn’t)

Video consultation can be useful for:

• reviewing test reports,
• follow-up discussions,
• medication adjustment guidance (when clinically appropriate), and
• deciding whether you need urgent in-person assessment.

In-person urgent care is usually safer for:

• severe pain,
• high fever,
• inability to pass urine, or
• heavy bleeding in urine.

Professional Memberships

• BAUS
• SOSB
• SELSB

Trust & Verification: BM&DC Registration

In Bangladesh, BM&DC registration is an important marker of professional legitimacy and patient safety.

BM&DC Registration No.: 53747

How to Book an Appointment

Call 09610009640 and say:

“Serial for Urology Specialist — Asst. Prof. Dr. Md. Habibur Rahman, IBN Sina Hospital, Room 425, Subanighat.”

Chamber Hours: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Consultation Fee: ৳800
Online / Video Consultation: Available

FAQs

Which symptoms mean I should see a urologist (not just a general physician)?

If you have urinary symptoms that keep returning or don’t improve, a urologist is usually the right specialist—especially for:

• Burning urination for more than a few days
• Repeated UTI (infection coming back)
• Blood in urine (visible or reported on a test)
• Severe side/flank pain (possible stone-related)
• Weak urine flow / trouble starting urine (often prostate-related in older men)

How can I tell if it’s UTI or a kidney stone?

They can overlap, but common patterns are:

• UTI: burning + frequent urination, urgency, lower belly discomfort; fever may occur.
• Stone-related pain: sharp/colicky flank pain that may move toward the groin; nausea/vomiting can happen; blood in urine is common.

If there’s fever with severe flank pain, treat it as urgent.

Is burning during urination always an infection?

Not always. Burning can happen due to:

• UTI (common)
• Dehydration or concentrated urine
• Stone irritation
• Inflammation or irritation from certain foods/medicines

A simple urine test often helps clarify the cause.

What tests do urologists commonly advise for urinary problems?

Depending on your symptoms, a urologist may advise:

• Urine R/E (routine & microscopy)
• Urine culture (especially if infections repeat)
• Ultrasound of KUB (kidney–ureter–bladder)
• Blood tests (when needed)

Bring any old reports so you don’t repeat tests unnecessarily.

I have blood in urine once—should I worry?

Don’t panic, but don’t ignore it. Blood in urine can happen with:

• Infection
• Stones
• Prostate issues
• Other urinary tract conditions

Even if it stops the next day, it still deserves medical evaluation.

6) What should I do before coming for a urology consultation?

To make your visit easier:

• Carry old reports (USG/CT/urine tests)
• Write your symptoms in 4 lines: start date, pain location, fever yes/no, urine changes
• List current medicines (especially diabetes/BP meds)
• Drink normal water unless you were told to come fasting for a specific test

Can kidney stones go away without surgery?

Many small stones can pass naturally, but it depends on:

• Stone size and location
• Pain severity and urine blockage
• Fever/infection risk

A urologist usually decides the safest plan after reviewing symptoms and imaging.

What foods or habits commonly worsen stone/urinary symptoms?

This is individualized, but common triggers include:

• Low water intake (very common in hot weather)
• High-salt diet and very processed foods
• Holding urine for long periods

For stone prevention, the most common basic advice is staying well-hydrated—your doctor will personalize it for you

My father urinates frequently at night—could it be prostate-related?

Yes. In older men, night-time urination, weak stream, or straining can be related to prostate enlargement. A urologist may recommend:

• Symptom assessment
• Urine tests
• Ultrasound (and other tests if needed)

Early consultation improves comfort and reduces risk of sudden urinary retention.

Do women also need urology care, or is urology mainly for men?

Women commonly see urologists for:

• Recurrent UTI
• Urinary urgency/frequency
• Blood in urine
• Stone-related symptoms

Urology is for both men and women—it’s about the urinary system.

Closing Note

Urinary problems are common, and many become easier to treat when addressed early. If you are dealing with recurrent infection symptoms, stone-like pain, blood in urine, or prostate-related urinary difficulty, a structured urology consultation can reduce uncertainty, prevent complications, and guide you toward the right next step.

For appointment/serial: 09610009640
Chamber: IBN Sina Hospital, Room 425, Subanighat, Sylhet
Address: Subhanighat, Bishwa Rd, Sylhet-3100, Bangladesh
Visiting Hours: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Fee: ৳800
Video Consultation: Available

BHA Guide For Patients

1. Stat insight: Kidney stones are common globally—one paper reports ~10% lifetime prevalence in men and ~5% in women, and recurrence can be high; see local guidance and doctor options on BHA’s Urologist List in Sylhet. (Source: BanglaJOL medical journal PDF, 2016)
2. Stat insight (Bangladesh data): A Bangladesh lab-based study found UTI in ~9% of tested urine samples, with higher incidence in adult women; if infections repeat, explore specialist care via BHA’s Kidney Surgery & Urology Specialists (Dhaka) resource. (Source: PubMed Central, 2014)
3. Patient-first quote: “If urinary symptoms keep returning, don’t keep changing antibiotics—get a proper evaluation.” For more urology pathways and condition overviews, visit BHA Urologist in Bogura.
4. Patient-first quote: “Blood in urine—even once—deserves a check-up.” You can compare regional options through BHA’s Urology Specialists in Khulna.
5. Practical reminder: “The best time to fix a urology problem is when symptoms are mild.” For Sylhet-specific doctor lists and treatment topics, see BHA’s Sylhet Urology page.