Dr. Schmidt specializes in caring for patients who have cancer of the prostate. He is internationally known for his research in treatments for prostate cancer. He also specializes in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and performing urinary diversion surgery. In addition to the broad range of standard urologic procedures, Dr. Schmidt is certified to perform extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) for stones in the urinary tract, as well as ultrasound-guided transperineal high dose rate (HDR) brachytherapy for early-stage prostate cancer. In recognition of Dr. Schmidt's many contributions to the field of urology, the Western Section of the American Urological Association has named him the "Distinguished Member for 2007."
Dr. Joseph David Schmidt, MD
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Urology, Other Specialty -
64 years of experience -
University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
Brief Intro
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Education Background
MEDICAL SCHOOL
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine - 1961
Location & Hours
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University Of California San Diego Medical Center Hillcrest -
200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 92103
Specialties Treated
- Urology
- Other Specialty
Conditions Addressed
- Calculus of the Urinary System
- Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
- Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy (BPH)
- Prostate Cancer
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Insurance Accepted
* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).
- BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
- UnitedHealthcare
- SCAN Health Plan
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