Message From the Interim Chair

Welcome to the Department of Urology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. Our dedicated team of clinicians and researchers is committed to providing exceptional, patient-centered urological care, advancing the field through groundbreaking research and training the next generation of urology specialists. We prioritize delivering the highest quality care to our patients. Our nationally and internationally recognized faculty and outstanding administrative and clinical teams collaborate to provide comprehensive, personalized treatment plans for a full spectrum of urological conditions. From routine screenings to complex surgical interventions, we are dedicated to excellence in every aspect of patient care. We are part of a world-renowned medical center and partnered with New York-Presbyterian — one of the country’s best hospitals for 21 consecutive years.

Columbia University's renowned research environment fuels our pursuit of innovation. We actively collaborate with other clinical and basic science departments across campus, forging joint programs in areas like cancer biology, stone disease, voiding dysfunction, and fertility. Our expanding research faculty is committed to pushing the boundaries of scientific discovery, translating these findings into improved patient outcomes.

I take immense pride in our comprehensive educational training program. Our Urology residency and fellowship programs provide a world-class learning environment. Through a blend of clinical and surgical education, research opportunities, and academic pursuits, this program prepares residents and fellows for both academic and private practice careers.

The future is bright for the Department of Urology at Columbia. As we continue to grow and expand our clinical enterprise, we remain steadfast in our commitment to incomparable compassionate patient care, innovative research, and the education of future leaders in the field. We put our patients at the center of everything we do.

Thank you for visiting our website and seeing a glimpse of what Columbia Urology can offer. It is our privilege to be in the position to drive the field of urology forward, impact human health, and improve the lives of the adults and children who come through our doors. We invite you to schedule an appointment with our providers at any of our locations.

Sincerely,

Ojas Shah, MD
George F. Cahill Professor of Urology
Interim Chair, Department of Urology