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Dr. Douglas Birns, MD

Dr. Douglas Birns, MD

Urological Surgeon
12 E 86th St, Ste 3, New York, NY
Douglas Birns, MD, 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 the urological literature with peer-reviewed publications on 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.
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5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Douglas Birns

Douglas Birns, MD, 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 the urological literature with peer-reviewed publications on 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.

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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

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New York Health
12 E 86th St, Ste 3, New York, NY 10028
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Education and background

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Board certifications

  • American Board of Urology

Education and training

  • Medical School - SUNY Downstate Medical Center, Doctor of Medicine
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center (Residency)

Awards and publications

  • Castle Connolly Top Doctor

Languages spoken

  • English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1134158488

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Bedside manner
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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, Incontinence, Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Urology Consultation, and Urology Follow Up. 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.

How do patients rate Dr. Douglas Birns in reviews?

2 patients have reviewed Dr. Douglas Birns. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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