Bilal Farhan, MD, FACS
Fellowship-Trained Functional & Reconstructive Urologist • Former Associate Professor of Urology
Professional Story
Listen First. Understand the Person. Then Treat.
Dr. Bilal Farhan is a fellowship-trained functional and reconstructive urologist and former Associate Professor of Urology at UTMB.
His medical journey has taken him through Iraq, Jordan, and the United States, exposing him to different cultures, healthcare systems, and patient perspectives. These experiences shaped his approach to medicine: listen first, understand each patient's background and priorities, and individualize treatment around what matters most to them.
His commitment to service has also included volunteer medical mission work in Africa, reinforcing his belief that excellent care is built not only on expertise, but also on compassion and human connection.
During his academic career at UTMB, Dr. Farhan developed advanced clinical programs, trained residents and fellows, managed complex urologic conditions, and established the HoLEP service and program, performing more than 250 HoLEP procedures.
His goal is to combine advanced expertise with personal, culturally respectful care focused on restoring function and improving quality of life.
Advanced expertise. Individualized treatment. Better quality of life.
Credentials at a Glance
Specialty Training
Fellowship-Trained Urologist
Functional urology, reconstructive urology, male reconstruction, female pelvic medicine, voiding dysfunction, and pelvic reconstruction.
Academic Role
Former Associate Professor, UTMB
Developed advanced clinical programs, trained residents and fellows, and established the HoLEP service program.
Surgical Volume
250+ HoLEP Procedures
Including large and complex prostates and patients presenting in urinary retention.
Languages
English & Arabic
Arabic-speaking patients can discuss sensitive or complex urologic concerns directly with Dr. Farhan in their preferred language.
Education & Training
Medical Education
Medical school in Iraq, followed by a five-year urology residency in Jordan.
Advanced Fellowship Training — UC Irvine
Research and clinical fellowship training in functional urology, reconstructive urology, male reconstruction, female pelvic medicine, voiding dysfunction, and pelvic reconstruction.
Clinical Instructor — UCI School of Medicine
Served as Clinical Instructor before joining the University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB).
Academic Urology — UTMB
Associate Professor of Urology; established the HoLEP service and program, managed complex urologic conditions, and taught residents and fellows.
Selected Awards & Recognition
- HoLEP Center of Excellence
- GreenLight Laser Center of Excellence
- Artificial Urinary Sphincter (AUS) Center of Excellence
- Female Sling / Continence Surgery Center of Excellence
- Academy of Master Clinicians — 2023
- Recognition for excellence in resident education
- Established the HoLEP service/program at UTMB
- 250+ HoLEP procedures performed
- National and international invited speaker
- Published clinical researcher
- Editorial and journal peer-review activities
Research, Publications & Academic Activity
- Clinical research and clinical trials
- Resident and fellow education
- Surgical workshops and simulation training
- National and international invited lectures
- Journal peer review
- Editorial activities
- AUA BPH Guideline peer-review activities
Academic & Clinical Interests
Where Dr. Farhan Practices
CLS Health — Center for Advanced Urology
10950 Resource Pkwy, Houston, TX 77089
Phone: 346-414-3426 · Fax: 346-400-4338
Hospital affiliations: Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital (Houston), HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland, and HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake (Webster).
In-person and telehealth appointments are available.
Questions Patients Ask First
What conditions does Dr. Farhan treat?+
BPH and voiding problems, male and female urinary incontinence, overactive bladder and voiding dysfunction, female urology and pelvic health including mesh-related complications, urethral stricture and reconstructive urology, kidney stone disease, and complex or revision urologic cases.
Do I need a referral?+
Many patients can schedule directly with Dr. Farhan. Certain insurance plans may require a referral or prior authorization. Our scheduling team can help determine the requirements for your individual plan.
What should I bring to my first appointment?+
Photo ID, insurance information, current medication list, relevant laboratory results, imaging, previous urology records, previous operative reports, and urodynamic studies when applicable. For second opinions and revision surgery, previous operative reports and imaging are particularly helpful.
Are second opinions available?+
Yes. Dr. Farhan frequently evaluates patients after unsuccessful prior treatment, including mesh complications, recurrent stricture, failed continence surgery, persistent retention, and recurrent stones.