About Me
As a urologic oncologist, I specialize in surgery for prostate, kidney, testicular, penile, bladder, adrenal, urethral and ureteral cancer. My role is to help patients determine if an operation is needed for their condition and then performing this surgery by open, robotic, laparoscopic or endoscopic techniques.
My approach to cancer care is comprehensive and patient-focused. I prioritize understanding my patients’ main concerns, as this helps me to tailor a treatment plan consistent with these goals. Clear communication is essential, and I strive to ensure that patients and their families fully understand everything about their disease and care plan. Although my primary focus is on surgery, I am always keen to recommend patients another option – like surveillance, radiation and more focal therapies – if I think it will suit them better. I am also a big proponent of a multi-disciplinary approach and work closely with my colleagues from other disciplines to best serve my patients.
In addition to my clinical work, I serve as an assistant professor in the Department of Urology at The Ohio State University College of Medicine, where I conduct research and educate future surgeons. I have received a number of national awards, including a prestigious Research Scholar Award from the American Urological Association for my work on bladder cancer genomics while at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. I have also co-authored numerous peer-reviewed research publications and have presented my findings at international conferences.
I am incredibly fortunate to work at The James because I get to do exactly what I am passionate about, which is to care for patients, teach and conduct research at one of the most advanced cancer centers in the country. I truly consider The James second to none.
Procedures and Conditions I Treat
- Urologic Surgical Procedures
- Urogenital Cancers
- Urology
- Hematuria
- Robotics
- Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
- Prostate Cancers
- Kidney Cancers
- Bladder Cancer
- Testicular Cancers
- Penile Cancers
- Urethral Cancers
Education and Training
Education History
Medical School
McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, ON
9/1/2009 - 5/3/2024
Residency
McMaster University Medical Center, Hamilton, ON
7/1/2012 - 6/30/2017
Fellowship
Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY
7/1/2017 - 6/30/2019
Board Certification
American Board of Urology
2/28/2021
Academic Information
My Department
Urology
My Division
Urology
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.
191 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Overall
4.8 out of 5
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Kept you informed about your condition and treatment
4.8 out of 5
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Amount of time spent with you
4.7 out of 5
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Concern for your questions and issues
4.8 out of 5
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Skill and knowledge
4.8 out of 5
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Overall quality of care
4.8 out of 5
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 09/29/2023, Dr. Dason 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.
Dr Daison is exceptional at answering questions and giving information
Everyone had time for our questions and concerns. We never felt rushed
Great experience! Dr explained my tumor and why he felt It was most like benign in a way that I could understand.
Dr. Dayson and Dr. Goodstein were very helpful and kind. They give me their best answers to any question I posed, and I feel good about being in their care.
I have trust issues. I am very fortunate to have Dr. Dason. I trust him wholeheartedly. In my opinion, he is the best.
Dr. Dason was great! Good communication good concern for me, and spent adequate time.
I had a very positive impression by Dr. Dason and his team. He was well-informed, patient, and spoke in terms I could understand. Very happy!
Courteous and professional
Not sure what the next steps in my treatment are.
When I asked a couple questions that were important to me about possible future treatment, I was told "that will be for a longer discussion later".
I couldn't be happier with the care I have received!
Everything went as hoped for.
We traveled a significant distance (500 miles) to see Dr. Shawn Dason. He was extra accommodating and helpful in arranging/scheduling our next visit given the long travel distance.
I trust osu doctors
Dr. Dason was very good to keep us updated.
Dr. Dason & his assistant NP Wolfe spent a lot of time with me.
Dr. Shawn Dason is a highly skilled surgeon. He has excellent communication skills. Answers questions and explains well. Very reassuring physician.
Dr. Dason could not have been better. I felt like he worked together with me, in information, communication of options for treatment and Q & A. He's outstanding.