Bodo Knudsen, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Urology
Make an appointment
614-293-8155
Accepting new patients
Conditions and expertise
- Lithotripsy
- Urology
- Kidney Stones
- Endocrinology
Locations
- Outpatient Care Dublin
- Urology
Academic information
Department: Urology
About
- Gender
- Male
- Additional languages
- German
Biography
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, 2016-2019
- Named to Castle Connolly's Regional Top Doctors list
- Best Doctor in America, 2017
Conditions and expertise
- Endocrinology
- Kidney Stones
- Lithotripsy
- Urology
Locations
Urology
in Eye and Ear Institute
915 Olentangy River Road
2nd Floor Suite 2000
Columbus, OH 43212
2nd Floor Suite 2000
Columbus, OH 43212
614-293-8155
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
Credentials
Education
- Fellowship - Endourology/Minimally Invasive Surgery
- St. Josephs Health Centre-Toronto, Toronto, ON, Canada
7/1/2002 - 10/13/2004 - Residency - Urology
- Winnipeg Health Sciences Center, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
7/1/1997 - 6/13/2002 - Doctor of Medicine (MD)
- University of Manitoba School of Medicine, Winnipeg, MB, Canada
8/1/1993 - 6/13/1997
Certifications
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American Heart Association National Center
3/7/2011 -
American Board of Urology
2/28/2007
Ratings and reviews
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
The comments are submitted by patients and reflect their view and opinions. The comments are not endorsed by and do not necessarily reflect the views of Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
188 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
Patient Comments
Consulting and Related Relationships
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 11/3/2025, Dr. Knudsen has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Great
I wish I had been referred to him earlier with my problem.
All good
He was not in there long health acted like my pain was not valid. And sent me back to primary care
As always very thorough. Listened to my concerns and addressed them well.
Excellent diagnosis and summary
Great overall experience!
EXCELLENT
No problem
He was very good answered all my questions. I like the guy seemed like a very good doctor.
Excellent experience and he took as much time needed to answer questions
He is extremely knowledgeable, friendly and compassionate. Treats you like you matter. Great doctor
He was attentive and informative
Dr. Knudsen is one of the best Drs. I have seen for my kidney problems. My regular Urologist always refers me to Dr. Knudsen. I trust him with my healthcare.
No bad experience
All good
Dr. Knudsen is great! I highly recommend him. Kind; caring and thorough. He listened and cared.
Explained options and procedures
Wonderful
Dr. Kenudson was very professional with excellent bedside manner.
All good answers all questions
Dr. Knudsen truly is the best.
No negative experience
Dr. Knudsen is thorough, patient, caring and exhibits concern and empathy for the patient. I am glad he is part of my care team.
Positive, pleased with surgery results.
Very impressed
Listens, advises, cares
It was perfect
Love Bodo always makes sure to cover the essentials and Infeel better when I leave bc of my confidence in him as a doctor
The care provider did not seem interested in our concerns about kidney stones resulting in an infection that lowers my brothers seizure threshold increasing the likelihood of hospitalizations. When trying to stress our concerns and the concerns of the neurology specialists that treated my brother during his 3 week stay in the hospital the clinician was extremely dismissive. He told us that "we don't treat seizure patients any differently". My brother has a very complex and serious seizure disorder and his disregard for all our concerns (that mainly came from the OSU neurology team) has caused us to cancel all future appointments and will see another provider.
He is a wonderful Doctor, everyone was very nice, had exceptional care during my hospital stay and surgery.
Attentive. Let me watch the procedure on the screen. Told me next steps.
It was the very best care
Dr. Knudsen was the first of three urologists I have dealt with who seemed to know what he was doing in my particular situation. The first didn't seem to know what to do and seemed to wash his hands of the who thing and the second seemed to care but his solution struck me as not particularly feasible (and Dr. Knudsen said my instincts were correct).
I was surprised how much time the Dr. Knudsen spent with me. Reviewing my CT scan with me was very educational. We've done this before, and all went well.
He is amazing
Good
Dr. Explained the procedure, and I was very happy and thankful.
Everything was great.
Excellent care.
We appreciate Dr. Knudsen! He always listens to all of our input, and helps us make.informed decisions
Everything was great. He explained how he would do the procedure and that it had to be done at the hospital.
Dr Knutsen was very professional & answered all our questions. We really appreciate his excellent care
Good
Assessment and care plan established and surgery scheduled.
Excellent
Very fast friendly and respectful
Courteous
GREAT
Good
Listened to my responses fully
Very friendly, concerned about my health and professional
He was very knowledgeable & explained what my procedure entailed, as well as the follow up.
We met with a video call since I do not live in the Columbus vicinity which was a help to me. The Dr seemed very positive on his treatment plan while explaining the details and answering my questions.
Very thorough and knowledgeable
No bad experience. The doctor took a good amount of time to talk to me about my condition and treatment options.
Dr. Knudsen was so very nice and patient with me since I'm old I'm sometimes annoying I know. But he was so very kind answered all my questions
Dr Knudsen is very knowledgeable and listens to my concerns
Excellent doctor!
He is the best! 100% Great experience.
Dr. Knudson is the best.
Very good
Awesome doctor!! The Best!
Nothing but good!
Grat experience from start to end of appointment.
Dr. Knudsen is one of the best providers. He is extremely professional and you can tell he truly cares about your health outcome.
Very good listener
All good
Very professional, knowledgeable and friendly
Explained everything so I could understand
Good at explaining what we were signing for surgical consent.