Dr. Douglas Birns, MD
Urological Surgeon
At a glance
Has 20+ years of experience
Graduated from SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine
Works at New York Health
Affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital
Mount Sinai Brooklyn and 1 more
Speaks English
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Enlarged prostate
Endoscopy of the urethra and bladder
Transurethral surgery (TURP) for enlarged prostate
Acute urinary tract infection
Urine flow blockage
Prostate inflammation or infection
Enlarged prostate
Endoscopy of the urethra and bladder
Transurethral surgery (TURP) for enlarged prostate
Acute urinary tract infection
More about Dr. Douglas Birns, MD
Dr. Douglas R. Birns is a board-certified urologist with nearly four decades of experience providing comprehensive urological care. He earned his Bachelor of Arts degree Cum Laude from Middlebury College before receiving his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center.
Dr. Birns completed his General Surgery internship and Urology residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center, where he has maintained a continuous academic appointment since 1982. He has served as Assistant Clinical Professor of Urology at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai since 1986, demonstrating a longstanding commitment to medical education and mentoring future physicians.
Dr. Birns has contributed to urological literature with peer-reviewed publications in areas including renal angiomyolipoma management and rare urological oncology cases. His institutional involvement has included service on quality assurance and surgical committees, underscoring his commitment to maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety.
Education & experience
Education
Medical School - SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine
Mount Sinai Medical Center, Residency in Urology
Mount Sinai Hospital, Residency in General Surgery
Middlebury College (Bachelor's)
Mount Sinai Medical Center, Internship in General Surgery
Practice
Affiliation
The Mount Sinai Hospital
Mount Sinai Brooklyn
Mount Sinai Beth Israel
Certifications
American Board of Urology
Awards and publications
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Background
Languages spoken
English
Gender
Male
NPI number
#1134158488
Douglas Birns does not participate in Zocdoc to offer online booking at this time
Which hospital is Dr. Douglas Birns affiliated with?
Dr. Douglas Birns is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Brooklyn, and Mount Sinai Beth Israel.
What practice does Dr. Douglas Birns work with?
Dr. Douglas Birns works with New York Health.
Which board certifications does Dr. Douglas Birns have?
Dr. Douglas Birns is certified by American Board of Urology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Douglas Birns?
Dr. Douglas Birns frequently sees patients for Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction, Infertility Consultation, Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI), Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Urology Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Douglas Birns on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Douglas Birns speak?
Dr. Douglas Birns speaks English.