What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
4.22
Bedside manner
5.00
“Great appointments and doctor who listens and doesn waste your time I would highly recommend Dr. Whalen.”
Terry L.More than 1 year ago
“Dr. Whalen is a very fine doctor. I have the utmost confidence in him and would highly recommend him to others.”
Michael H.July 3, 2019
About Dr. Michael Whalen
Michael J. Whalen, MD is Assistant Professor of Urology at the George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Science. He graduated magna cum laude with a B.A. in Neurobiology from Harvard College and received his medical degree from Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons in New York City. He completed his residency in Urology at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Whalen has received fellowship training in Robotic and Minimally Invasive Urologic Oncology at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York and a completed a second fellowship in Urologic Oncology at Yale-New Haven Hospital. He is board-certified by the American Board of Urology and has been inducted as a member of the Society of Urologic Oncology.
Dr. Whalen’s specialty focus involves treatment of urological cancers, with expertise in both major open and minimally invasive surgery. His clinical interests include prostate cancer (including prostate MRI, MRI-ultrasound fusion biopsy and cryotherapy), bladder cancer (including blue-light cystoscopy and continent/incontinent urinary diversion), kidney cancer, testis cancer, adrenal cancer, ureteral cancer, robotic surgery with the DaVinci system (including prostatectomy, cystectomy, partial nephrectomy, and adrenalectomy) and laparoscopic surgery. He also has extensive experience with the management of non-cancer urologic diagnoses, including benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), erectile dysfunction, and kidney stone disease.
He is a member of the American Urological Association and serves on the Editorial Board of the ARC Journal of Urology (AJU), as a reviewer for Current Urology, and as a reviewer/statistical consultant for the Journal of Urology.
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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.
Urination/bladder dysfunction
Endoscopy of the urethra and bladder
Enlarged prostate
Kidney and ureter procedures
Acute urinary tract infection
Surgery to remove prostate gland
Urination/bladder dysfunction
Endoscopy of the urethra and bladder
Enlarged prostate
Kidney and ureter procedures
Office locations
George Washington Medical Faculty Associates (1 of 2)
2300 M St NW, Ste 210, Washington, DC 20037
George Washington Medical Faculty Associates (2 of 2)
22nd St NW, 2nd Fl, Washington, DC 20037
1 of 2
Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- The George Washington University Hospital
Board certifications
- American Board of Urology
Education and training
- Medical School - Columbia University, Doctor of Medicine
- Harvard University (Bachelor's)
- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital / Columbia University Medical Center, Residency in Urology
- The Mount Sinai Hospital, Fellowship in Robotic and Minimally Invasive Urologic Oncology
- Yale-New Haven Hospital, Fellowship in Urologic Oncology
Professional memberships
- American Urological Association
- Society of Urologic Oncology
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1164675245
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.22
Bedside manner
5.00
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11 reviews
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Dr. Whalen is a very fine doctor. I have the utmost confidence in him and would highly recommend him to others.
July 3, 2019Michael H.Verified patient
Great appointments and doctor who listens and doesn waste your time I would highly recommend Dr. Whalen.
More than 1 year agoTerry L.Verified patient
Dr. Whalen took my concerns seriously and is working on a solution. Unlike a previous doctor I saw (reason why I found Dr. Whalen) who told me at my age (40s) my issue is to be expected and can not be treated.
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Which hospital is Dr. Michael Whalen affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Whalen is affiliated with The George Washington University Hospital.
What practice does Dr. Michael Whalen work with?
Dr. Michael Whalen works with GWMFA Urology.
Where is Dr. Michael Whalen's office located?
Dr. Michael Whalen has 2 office locations in Washington, view full addresses on Dr. Whalen's profile.
Which board certifications does Dr. Michael Whalen have?
Dr. Michael Whalen is certified by American Board of Urology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Michael Whalen?
Dr. Michael Whalen frequently sees patients for Bladder Cancer, Kidney Stones, Prostate Cancer, Testicular Cancer, and Urology Follow Up. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Michael Whalen on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Michael Whalen speak?
Dr. Michael Whalen speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Michael Whalen in reviews?
11 patients have reviewed Dr. Michael Whalen. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.22/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.