Robert G Uzzo, MD, FACS

Philadelphia Magazine
Top Doctors 2010
Urology

I believe in treating patients as I would my own family. I strive to communicate effectively with patients and family members at all levels. Through extensive discussions with my patients, I develop treatment plans that are both effective and acknowledge that quality of life issues are exceptionally important. I emphasize individually tailored treatments to help patients achieve success and limit treatment-related side effects which can affect quality of life.

I am sensitive to the particular issues regarding surgical treatment of genitourinary cancer, especially the physical and emotional effects on patients and their family. By fostering a doctor-patient relationship based on mutual respect and open dialogue, I encourage patients to become empowered managers of their care.

As one of the first fellowship-trained laparoscopic urologic oncologists in the region, I am specially trained in nerve-sparing, organ sparing and organ reconstructive surgical techniques for men and women. These strategies are essential for preserving normal functions. For instance, I perform kidney sparing surgery whenever possible to avoid future risks of dialysis. For prostate or testicular surgery, nerve preservation is essential; and when bladder removal is necessary, reconstruction of a new (neobladder) is my preferred approach.

Professionally, I have published more than 100 journal papers in urologic oncology and have lectured extensively regionally, nationally and internationally on the topics of kidney, prostate, bladder, and testicular cancer. I am the principle investigator or co-investigator on multiple national and regional clinical trials in urologic oncology. Because of my research and extensive membership in professional organizations, I am among the first to know what is new in urologic cancer treatment. Philadelphia Magazine has chosen me several times for its "Top Doctors" list.

Video

Introductory Video of Dr. Uzzo

Surgical Oncology
Chairman, Department of Surgery
G. Willing "Wing" Pepper Chair in Cancer Research
Attending Surgeon,
Urologic Oncology
Professor

Meet other members of the
genitourinary cancer treatment team

New patients can request an appointment online or call 215-728-2570.

Appointments for Returning Patients

For general information, call:
1-888-FOX CHASE (1-888-369-2427).
An oncology certified nurse will assist you.

Fox Chase Cancer Center
333 Cottman Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19111-2497

Clinical Expertise:

Kidney Tumors, Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Adrenal Cancer, Urinary Diversions, with a major emphasis on Minimally Invasive Surgical Techniques including Laparoscopic and Robotic Surgery

Medical Education:

Cornell University Medical College, 1991, New York, NY

Residencies:

Chief Resident in Urology, The New York Hospital-Cornell University Medical Center, New York, NY;
Senior Resident in Urology, Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY

Fellowships:

Urologic Oncology, Cleveland Clinic Foundation;
Renal Transplantation and Renovascular Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Certifications:

The American Board of Urology;
American College of Surgeons, Fellow

Professional Societies:

Society of Urologic Oncology,
Clinical Trials Consortium,
Renal Program Chairman;
Society of Urologic Oncology,
Clinical Trials Consortium,
Board of Directors,
Member GU Executive Committee;
Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group, Co-Chair Genitourinary Early Management Committee;
Kidney Cancer Association, Medical Advisory Board;
American Urological Association;
American Association for Cancer Research;
Society for Basic Urologic Research

Scientific Report:

Genitourinary Program;
Prostate Cancer Risk Assessment Program;
Surgical Oncology
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