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David F. Penson MD, MPH, MMHC

Professor and Chairman, Department of Urology, Hamilton and Howd Chair in Urologic Oncology, and Director, Vanderbilt Center for Surgical Quality and Outcomes Research

Areas of Expertise

  • Elevated PSA
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatectomy
  • Urologic/Genitourinary Cancer
  • Urology

Locations

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - Boston University, 1991
  • Fellowship - UCLA Health System, 1993
  • Residency - UCLA Health System, 1997
  • Master of Public Health - Yale University, 2000
  • Management in Health Care

Board Certifications

  • Urology - American Board of Urology, 2001

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Patient Comments

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I have recommended Dr Penson to several people. You can't find a better physician in the world
August 21, 2025
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Very good experience
August 9, 2025
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The entire process for treatment and recovery was well explained and all questions answered thoroughly.
August 8, 2025
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I think very highly of Dr. Penson, and respect and trust him. He is friendly, and compassionate..
August 8, 2025
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Dr. Penson is incredibly personal in his practice, listens intently, explains thoroughly and applies good common sense as well as medical knowledge to his care plan.
July 25, 2025
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Very good
July 19, 2025
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The discussion was very thorough. The Dr took a lot of time discussing my issue and presented options in a straightforward and easy to understand manner
July 18, 2025
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Answered all my questions and was not in a rush
July 18, 2025
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We were extremely pleased!
July 12, 2025
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