Bodo Knudsen, MD
Physician, Associate Professor
Urology
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614-293-8155Conditions and expertise
- Lithotripsy
- Urology
- Kidney Stones
- Endocrinology
Locations
- Urology in Eye and Ear Institute
- Urology in Outpatient Care Dublin
Academics and research
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.
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
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
Certification
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American Board of Urology
2/28/2007
Academics and research
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.
Research interests
- Treatment for Kidney Stones
Academic information
- Department:
- Urology
- Division:
- Urology
Leadership titles
- Co-Fellowship Director, Endourology Fellowship
- Director of Health System Outpatient Urologic Services
More about my research
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.
60 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, Bodo Knudsen has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Good
Good experience no complein
Very helpful and professional
Good
He was informative and understood my reasoning for not jumping into surgery. This was my first time seeing him and will definitely get to know him better in the future.
All good
Knowledgeable
Everyone was nice and helpful.
Dr. Knudsen very very good Doctor I would recommend him very highly
Very knowledgeable and courteous
Went above and beyond for me, spent 40 min with myself and my husband to provide the appropriate care in the appropriate time frame and made a future plan of care with us going forward
Very knowledgeable, genuine, very pleased with the Dr . Would definitely recommend him ! 5 out of 5 stars .
He was polite
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!