Joshua Thomas

Mr. Joshua Thomas


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Academic Career Length

2Years (2025-Present)

(Calculated once Scilit publication data is synced: current year − year of first publication + 1)

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13 October 2025 in Prosthesis
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BHBennett Hendricks
Bennett Hendricks
APArian Aman Pakray
Arian Aman Pakray
JTJoshua Thomas
Joshua Thomas
STSerly Tomas
Serly Tomas
MBMallikarjuna Barremkala
Mallikarjuna Barremkala
JGJickssa Gemechu
Jickssa Gemechu
Penile prosthetic implants (PPIs) provide a definitive surgical solution for individuals requiring restoration of erectile function, most commonly due to medication-refractory erectile dysfunction (ED) or as part of gender-affirming surgical care. During the Anatomical Foundations of Clinical Practice (AFCP) course at Oakland University William Beaumont (OUWB) School of Medicine, a complete three-piece inflatable PPI was identified in a 66-year-old male donor with a medical history of congestive heart failure, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus type 2. The prosthesis included a fluid reservoir positioned in the lower abdominal cavity in the retropubic space, a scrotal pump with a release valve, and paired inflatable cylinders embedded within the penile shaft. This uncommon finding provided first-year medical students with a hands-on opportunity to examine the structure, placement, and function of a modern PPI. In addition to reinforcing foundational knowledge of ED treatment, the case highlighted the expanding clinical indications for penile implants, including their potential role in gender-affirming procedures. Integrating such real-world surgical findings into anatomical education enriches the learning experience of students and highlights the evolving scope of prosthetic urology across diverse patient populations.