Fellowship-Trained Urogynecologist
Urogynecology & Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery
Green Bay, Wisconsin
✓ Medically reviewed March 2026
Overactive Bladder Treatment Near Appleton, WI
For women in Appleton and the Fox Cities area dealing with urgency, frequency, and bladder control issues, expert care is available just 45 minutes away in Green Bay. Dr. Ryan Stewart is a fellowship-trained urogynecologist in Green Bay offering comprehensive diagnosis and treatment for overactive bladder and other pelvic floor conditions.
Understanding Overactive Bladder
Overactive bladder (OAB) is a group of urinary symptoms — not a disease — that can significantly disrupt daily life. It affects millions of women and is not simply a consequence of aging.
The hallmark symptoms include:
- Urgency — a sudden, intense need to urinate that’s difficult to postpone
- Frequency — urinating more than 7-8 times during the day
- Nocturia — waking up more than once at night to urinate
- Urge incontinence — sometimes leaking before reaching the bathroom
Dr. Stewart explains: “Overactive bladder can feel like your life revolves around finding the nearest bathroom. But with the right approach — starting with simple behavioral changes and escalating as needed — most women regain control and confidence.”
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Why See a Urogynecology Specialist?
While many healthcare providers can discuss overactive bladder, a urogynecologist offers fellowship-trained specialization that general OB/GYNs and primary care providers typically cannot match. Depending on their background, urogynecologists complete either a 3-year fellowship after an OB/GYN residency or a 2-year fellowship after a urology residency, focused entirely on pelvic floor disorders — giving them the deepest expertise in conditions like overactive bladder.
Dr. Stewart’s Approach
Dr. Stewart’s care philosophy centers on education and shared decision-making. The word “doctor” comes from the Latin docere — to teach — and this guides every patient interaction.
Dr. Stewart notes: “I want patients to know about all of their options — behavioral strategies, medications, and procedures like Botox or sacral neuromodulation — so they can decide what’s right for them.”
Convenient Access from Appleton
Appleton residents are just 45 minutes from expert urogynecological care in Green Bay:
- Easy commute — a straightforward drive for appointments
- Telehealth available — virtual visits for consultations and follow-ups
- Most Wisconsin insurance plans accepted
- No referral necessary — schedule directly
Treatment Options
OAB treatment follows a step-wise approach:
- Behavioral therapy — bladder training, fluid management, dietary changes, urge suppression techniques
- Pelvic floor physical therapy — learning to use muscle contractions to suppress urgency
- Medications — anticholinergics or beta-3 agonists to calm the bladder muscle
- Botox injections — injected into the bladder muscle for 6-9 months of relief
- Sacral neuromodulation — an implanted device that regulates bladder nerve signals
- Tibial nerve stimulation — office-based nerve stimulation sessions
The right approach depends on your specific situation, severity, and personal goals. Dr. Stewart will walk you through each option so you can make an informed decision together.
Schedule Your Appointment
30 minutes from Appleton, WI
Telehealth consultations available — start your care from home in Appleton.
- No referral necessary
- Now accepting new patients
- Most Wisconsin insurance plans accepted, including Anthem, Dean, Quartz, Network Health, and UnitedHealthcare.
- In-person and virtual appointments available