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

Accepting new patients

  • 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 (247 Ratings, 89 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 Press Ganey patient surveys.

  1. Dr. Amling was attentive, highly skilled, and thorough. I'm fortunate to have his care.

  2. Dr. Amling was very generous with his time during our appointment. Walked my wife and I through the options available to us and explained both options very clearly and concisely, and answered all our questions.

  3. Dr. Amling was friendly and professional answering all my questions in detail. I was very impressed with his knowledge, attention to details and his bedside manner is exceptional. I left feeling well understood and comfortable with everything. He explained my options without bias and I am looking forward a treatment plan soon.

  4. Dr. Amling was attentive and caring. His attention to detail and understanding of the surgical parameters were just exactly what I'd hoped for!

  5. Respectful and kind felt very comfortable with doctor

  6. At my age they were very respectful and caring

  7. Always professional and informative. I feel secure in their hands.

  8. Solid. Enjoyable - all things considered.

  9. Very good

  10. I had complete confidence in Dr. Amling and all of the support staff

  11. Personable, knowledgeable and expert in his field.

  12. Professional, knowledgeable, and helpful in expanding the course of treatment.

  13. In at 8 am and out by 8:40

  14. Compassionate care, excellent patience, education about my care plan was superb!

  15. Appreciate the time Dr. Amling took in explaining what he was doing and things I would experience. Also appreciate the care he took after the procedure to answer my questions.

  16. Very knowledgeable and personable and answered all my questions in a clear manner

  17. Very very good

  18. Very honest and confident, doctor and staff very passionate and knowledgeable. Biggest thing was the honesty during the appointment designing a plan with compassion for the future very good experience. I feel confident I would be in good hands.

  19. Provided insightful and meaningful information about the surgery and anticipated outcomes.

  20. Dr. Amling and his team are top notch and treated me with respect and dignity. I highly recommend!

  21. The nurses and doctor were very professional and friendly, great job everyone!

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

  23. Great experience

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

  25. Very good

  26. Answered my questions and took necessary time

  27. Very comprehensive and understand my needs

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

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

  30. 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.