Dr. Toby Handler is a board-certified urologist specializing in female urology and pelvic-floor reconstruction. She is recognized for her expertise in minimally invasive and office-based procedures, providing compassionate, patient-centered care.

About

Dr. Handler has extensive experience across all areas of urology, with a particular focus on female urology, including stress and urge incontinence, and neurogenic bladder. She serves as the Director of Female Urology in the Department of Urology at NYU – Winthrop University Hospital, where she leads the number of surgeries performed for urinary incontinence.

Areas of Expertise

• Female urology
• Pelvic-floor reconstruction
• Stress urinary incontinence
• Botox injections for overactive bladder
• Sacral nerve stimulation for neurogenic bladder
• Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy

Languages Spoken

• English
• Spanish (fluent)
• Italian (proficient)
• Portuguese (proficient)

Education and Training

• B.A., Cornell University
• M.D., Cornell Weill Medical College
• Urology Residency, NYU Medical Center (4 years urology, 2 years general surgery)

Board Certification

• American Board of Urology
• Fellow, American College of Surgeons (FACS)

Professional Affiliations

• American Urological Association
• Medical Society of the State of New York

Hospital Affiliations

• NYU – Winthrop University Hospital, Mineola, NY

Research and Publications

Dr. Handler has conducted research in female urology and pelvic reconstruction, contributing numerous peer-reviewed publications that advance the understanding and treatment of urinary disorders in women.

Awards / Honors

• Castle Connolly Top Doctors
• Castle Connolly Exceptional women in Medicine
• Recognition for excellence in female pelvic reconstructive surgery

Urinary Incontinence in Women: Stress, Urge & Mixed—What’s the Difference?

Urinary & Sexual Wellness

Options To Help With Overactive Bladder