Eye and Ear Institute
Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
Columbus, OH 43212
About Me
I’m a urologist, with a major focus on the management of kidney stones. At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we perform more than 500 surgeries a year related to kidney stones.Research at the Comprehensive Kidney Stone Program ties directly to our clinical program. I explore new treatments for kidney stones including medications and surgical techniques. I also study the use of lasers in the treatment of stones.
My goal is to personalize the health care delivered to each patient. I work with my patients to develop individualized treatment plans. Effective treatment of stones can provide relief of an acutely painful episode and also reduce future stone recurrences. Such treatment can significantly improve a patient’s quality of life.
My wife, Dr. Eunice Oppenheim-Knudsen, is a family practice physician who works at Ohio State’s Wexner Medical Center’s Upper Arlington Clinic. We both enjoy living in the Columbus area and working at a top tier medical center. We strive to maximize the quality of life for our patients.
Highlights
- Director, Comprehensive Kidney Stone Program
- Fellowship trained in endourology and kidney stone disease; recognized world expert in minimally invasive kidney stone surgery
- President of the Ohio Urological Society, 2014-2015
- Rated in the top 10 percent of physicians in the nation for patient satisfaction, 2016, 2017
- Named to the Castle Connolly list of “Regional Top Doctors,” 2016–2018
- Best Doctor in America, 2017
Additional Languages I Speak
- German
Specialties and Conditions I Treat
- Urology
- Kidney Calculi
- Ureteral Calculi
- Urinary Bladder Calculi
- Urinary Calculi
- Lithotripsy, Laser
- Ureteroscopy
- Cystoscopy
- Prostatic Hyperplasia
- Nephrostomy, Percutaneous
- Lithotripsy
- Urology
Locations Where I Practice
Eye and Ear Institute
Education and Training
Medical Degree
MD
University of Manitoba
6/13/1997
Residency
Urology
Health Sciences Center
7/1/1997 -
6/13/2002
Fellowship
Endourology
St. Joseph's Hospital
7/1/2002 -
10/13/2004
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Reviews
256 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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- Overall
4.8 out of 5 - Explains Things Clearly 4.8
- Listens Carefully 4.8
- Gives Understandable Instructions 4.8
- Knows My Medical History 4.7
- Shows Respect 4.9
- Time Spent Together 4.9
38 Patient Comments
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At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 03/26/2018, Dr. Knudsen has reported relationships with the companies or entities listed below. If you have questions about the relationships listed below, please ask the faculty member. If you have questions about how these relationships are monitored by The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, please contact our Compliance Office at 614-293-7802.
- Boston Scientific
- Coloplast Corp
- Bard Medical
Reviewed on Aug 10, 2018
ALL good.
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2018
Efficient!
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2018
Good listener, understanding & answering my questions & concerns was done very well. Excellent physician!
Reviewed on Jul 21, 2018
I have great respect for Dr. Knudsen and believe him to be a world class urologist.
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2018
very good
Reviewed on Jul 11, 2018
Quick visit so not a lot of talking time but provider was friendly & informative and provided me with a helpful brochure as well as answering all my questions.
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2018
On time appointments - Patient doctor communication excellent - Excellent pre & post op care -
Reviewed on Jun 20, 2018
straightforward. offered options explained risk and benefit of each
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2018
Doctor is very good but very busy. It took a 6 weeks wait for an appointment to see him when I needed to be seen ASAP for a kidney stone. Not good.
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2018
all good