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Christopher Amling, M.D., F.A.C.S

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  • John C. Barry Chair of Urology
  • Professor of Urology, School of Medicine

Specialty

  • Urology

Clinical focus

  • Bladder Cancer
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Urologic Oncology

Locations and contact

I see patients at
Tall building with the ariel tram to its left
Center for Health & Healing, Building 1
503-494-8311
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About me

Dr. Amling specializes in treating cancers of the urinary and reproductive system, including the prostate, kidneys and bladder. He is an expert in minimally invasive cancer treatments, including robotic surgery for prostate and bladder cancer. Before coming to OHSU, Dr. Amling directed the Division of Urology at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, where he held the Anton J. Beuschen Chair in urologic surgery and research. Previously, he was chairman of the Department of Urology at the U.S. Naval Medical Center in San Diego.

Dr. Amling is a national and international authority on the latest prostate cancer treatments, including surgery with the da Vinci robotic system. He has also developed new ways to educate surgical residents and published many articles in medical journals on diagnosing and treating prostate cancer.

An Oregon native, he was born in Coquille and graduated from the University of Oregon and OHSU School of Medicine. He is board certified in urology and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a member of the American Urologic Association, which chose him for a prestigious award in 2009. Each year, the Gold Cystoscope Award goes to a urologist who has made important contributions to the specialty within 13 years of finishing residency training.

Other awards and honors include being elected president of the Society of University Urologists and serving on the editorial board of the Journal of Urology. Dr. Amling also reviews papers submitted for publication in the Journal of the American Medical Association, the Journal of Urology and Cancer and several other medical journals.

Languages spoken

  • English

Education and training

  • Degrees

    • M.D., 1985, Oregon Health & Science University

  • Residency

    • Duke University Medical Center, Durham, NC 1990-1992

  • Fellowship

    • Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN Department of Urology, urologic oncology, 1996-1997

  • Certifications

    • Diplomat, American Board of Urology

Memberships and associations:

  • American Urologic Association
  • Western Section - American Urologic Association
  • American College of Surgeons
  • American Association of Genitourinary Surgeons
  • Society of Urologic Oncology
  • Western Urologic Forum
  • Society of University Urologists
  • Society of Urology Chairman and Program Directors
  • Society of Government Service Urologists
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Insurance

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Ratings and reviews

Overall: 4.9 out of 5 (235 Ratings, 84 Reviews)

The patient ratings score is an average of all responses to the question "How likely would you be to recommend this provider to your family and friends (on a scale of 0 to 10)" on our nationally-recognized NRC patient surveys.

  1. Dr Christopher Amling is a very professional& gifted surgeon along with his duties as Director of the OHSU Department of Urology.

  2. Great experience

  3. I have complete confidence in Dr. Amling and the crew.

  4. Very good

  5. Answered my questions and took necessary time

  6. Very comprehensive and understand my needs

  7. I couldn't be happier with everyone at OHSU

  8. Dr Amling was thoughtful when answering questions. He was patient, always made sure I understood the treatment plan. He was clearly EXTREMELY competent.

  9. Dr Amling was great. Nurses also very helpful. The last nurse after removal of catheter seemed less experienced in addressing male concerns- she simply read my "exit instructions" and had little to add.

  10. Explained in detail my cancer situation and treatment options, plus, potential hazards. It was a master class of information. Very well done and easy to understand.

  11. Went very well I have been with the Doctor for 11 years. I know he wants the best for me

  12. Outstanding. Provided an understandable diagnosis, explanation of condition, detail of surgery and risks Involved including post operative plan. Gave me the confidence to make an informed, confident decision.

  13. Excellent care, fully explained my situation and options best for me

  14. Dr. Amling seems very knowledgeable and caring. I'm glad he was wililng to take me on as a patient.

  15. Excellent

  16. Dr Amling is the best!

  17. Dr Ambling was the lead clinical staff in providing my care. He is top notch In his practice, experience, Interpersonal style and and concern for patient care.

  18. Both PA & Dr were knowledgeable and very helpful

  19. Great

  20. Excellent clinician and surgeon. As a retired surgeon I get ask to recommend providers weekly. I would recommend him highly to anyone who needed urology care.

  21. Easy to understand

  22. Professional, skillful and helpful

  23. Dr. Amling and I had no direct interaction. He performed the biopsy at the stated appointment time and did a most thorough job of sampling.

  24. Clear, friendly, knowledgeable

  25. All went well as usual.

  26. One of the best for my procedure

  27. Dr Amling and his staff are true professionals

  28. Dr Christopher Amling (and Hilary Shreves) were nothing short of exceptional.

  29. Full confidence in Dr. Amling

  30. Always professional, courteous, and thorough.