| Phone Number | Clinical Office Address |
|---|---|
| (801) 587-4381 |
Specialties
Bio
Robert Stephenson, MD, is a professor in the Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, at the University of Utah, School of Medicine and an Investigator at Huntsman Cancer Institute. He holds the Jon M. Huntsman Presidential Endowed Chair in Urologic Oncology. He leads the Genito-Urinary Multidisciplinary Disease Group at Huntsman Cancer Hospital.
Dr. Stephenson specializes in the treatment of urologic cancers, including prostate cancer, bladder cancer, kidney cancer, testis cancer, adrenal cancer and penile cancer, with the goal of achieving the best possible cancer outcomes and improving overall quality of life for his patients. He has extensive experience in laparoscopic prostate surgery using the robot-assisted DaVinci system.
Dr. Stephenson received his medical degree from the University of Utah in 1978. He completed an internship at the University of California, Los Angeles; a residence at Stanford University and a fellowship at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. Following his specialty training, Dr. Stephenson was Director of Urologic Oncology at Tufts University School of Medicine. From there, he went to M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. Dr. Stephenson joined the faculty of the University of Utah, School of Medicine in 1991.
Dr. Stephenson has published numerous articles regarding urological oncology, most notably carcinoma of the prostate. He is recognized for the development of animal models for human prostate cancer and for devising surgical methods to improve treatment of high-risk prostate cancer. He has done research using high-technology surgical and radiation therapies to treat prostate and kidney tumors and investigates prostate cancer treatment outcomes in national population-based databases. Dr. Stephenson is also involved in the study of prostate cancer genetic risk factors and prostate cancer tumor marker research.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments | Surgery - Professor |
| Academic Divisions | Urology |
| Board Certification | American Board of Urology |
Patient Ratings
The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our nationally-recognized Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey.
Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
UofU Patient August 26, 2016
great people
UofU Patient April 27, 2016No complaints
UofU Patient April 14, 2016I appreciate Dr. Stephenson's exceptional expertise, and his warm personality! He is amazing!
UofU Patient January 27, 2016Dr. Stephenson is a most wonderful doctor!
UofU Patient January 16, 2016Very good
UofU Patient January 12, 2016These guys have been great.
UofU Patient January 06, 2016No information available for my post surgery digestive problems
UofU Patient October 25, 2015PA was very friendly, informative, helpful and thorough.
UofU Patient October 18, 2015Wonderful from start to finish
UofU Patient September 17, 2015Dr. Stephenson did a superb job and went the extra mile!
UofU Patient July 22, 2015DR. Stephenson makes time for me. That's really appreciated for I come to HCI from San Diego.
UofU Patient May 13, 2015Good as one could expect. Thank 'em !
UofU Patient May 03, 2015Excellent
UofU Patient April 02, 2015I can only be grateful for the level of care
UofU Patient March 17, 2015Dr. Stephenson is a legend, of course. His knowledge and expertise is matched by his demeanor and courtesy. He is one of the greats in the medical field.
UofU Patient February 19, 2015the pa and the assistant were both great
UofU Patient February 10, 2015Both people I saw were outstanding.
UofU Patient February 04, 2015He was not apparently fully aware of the costs of the medication he prescribed or perhaps how to find inexpensive options--told me it was $1/pill and the pharmacy wanted to charge $16/pill!
UofU Patient February 01, 2015Dr. Stephenson is a "dear and glorious physician".
UofU Patient October 19, 2014I couldn't ask for better care.
UofU Patient September 22, 2014had a nice visit. be back in one year for third follow up visit. thank you.
UofU Patient August 13, 2014Dr. Stephenson is Exceptional! I am honored to be his patient!
UofU Patient August 05, 2014Have been seeing PA four years. Very good relationship.
UofU Patient July 09, 2014good
UofU Patient June 19, 2014Great explanations to my questions
UofU Patient May 24, 2014The staff are always nice.
UofU Patient May 06, 2014I have recommended several of my friends to this Doctor.
UofU Patient April 14, 2014excellent
UofU Patient April 08, 2014the staff and physicians were very helpful and informative
UofU Patient April 06, 2014When you have a cancer problem--go to the best which is what I did!
UofU Patient April 05, 2014Dr Stephenson is the best. I wouldn't be alive without his care and dedication
UofU Patient March 21, 2014They were all wonderful
UofU Patient March 17, 2014Excellent Service
UofU Patient March 09, 2014I feel I am being well-cared for.
UofU Patient March 04, 2014Dr. Stephenson is always professional, concerned, calming. I feel completely at ease with him and have complete confidence in him. Thank you for all you do!
UofU Patient February 22, 2014I guess I expected better bed side manner. and he didn't know I didn't know I didn't have any previous tests. it was like he assumed other tests had been taken. almost felt like he wasn't sure about me. he then scheduled a bone scan and a CT scan
UofU Patient February 22, 2014we drove 400 miles to spend 5 minutes with the doctor to be told we have to come back for surgery ...something that could have been handled over the phone !
UofU Patient February 21, 2014I WAS NOT HAPPY AT ALL WITH THE FACT THAT MY WIFE AND I MADE A 10 HOUR ROUND TRIP TO SEE THE DOCTOR FOR LESS THAT 15 MINUTES, WHEN THE SAME INFORMATION COULD HAVE BEEN GIVEN ME OVER THE PHONE, AND SAVED ME A HUGE EXPENSE.....I TRAVELED 563 MILES, HAD A HOTEL AND FOOD BILL, AND OTHER EXPENSES THAT WERE NOT NECESSARY.....THE INFORMATION I RECEIVED, WHICH WAS THAT I COULD NOT START MY "BCG" TREATEMENTS FOR 5 OR 6 WEEKS, IN MY MIND, SHOULD HAVE BEEN DISCUSSED WITH A SIMPLE 15 MINUTE PHONE CALL.......OTHER THAN THAT, I AM QUITE SATISFIED...
UofU Patient February 11, 2014Dr. Stephenson is a wonderful physician!
UofU Patient February 02, 2014This doctor is the best ever and have the utmost confidence in him.
UofU Patient February 01, 2014DID NOT HAVE A BAD EXPERIENCE
UofU Patient January 18, 2014couldn't ask for better
UofU Patient January 16, 2014Jamie Burnett, PA, examined me. She was friendly, professional and efficient. It was a good experience.
UofU Patient January 16, 2014Dr Stephenson and staff have been outstanding.
UofU Patient December 12, 2013visit with lab tech only
UofU Patient December 08, 2013Thanks
UofU Patient December 02, 2013Rge care provider was very professional.
UofU Patient November 21, 2013Exceptional Individual caring and communicates clearly and is helpful in every way
UofU Patient November 12, 2013the Dr was excellent and inspired confidence when I finally got to talk.
UofU Patient November 11, 2013I am reluctant to recommend providers, knowing so little about the specific needs of a patient and the match with the specific skills of the provider. So with me, "good" is as good as it gets on item 10.
UofU Patient November 06, 2013Super!
UofU Patient November 06, 2013all very helpful and satisfactory
UofU Patient November 04, 2013Appreciate everyone at the clinic
UofU Patient November 04, 2013Good experience.
UofU Patient November 04, 2013Very helpful and reassuring
UofU Patient November 04, 2013I was dissapointed that my case was not referenced with information on things I might do to help improove my condition via diet, exercise, supplements and other efforts. These modalities are concidered helpful by Cancer Centers of America, and Mayo Clinic.
UofU Patient October 28, 2013Providers were very concerned and attentive.
UofU Patient October 25, 2013I have recommended this care provider to a co-worker and they are currently seeing my current doctor.
UofU Patient October 15, 2013I've recommended the Huntsman Cancer Center several times
UofU Patient October 14, 2013Excellent in every way, as in the past.
UofU Patient September 20, 2013One of the best doctors I have visited.
UofU Patient September 10, 2013Dr. Stephenson performs cystoscopy thoroughly, and by far with the least discomfort compared to several previous doctors.
UofU Patient August 26, 2013I didn't get info re: follow up when and how in a timely manner.
UofU Patient August 18, 2013Dr. Stephenson does a superb job!
UofU Patient August 06, 2013Dr. Stephenson is the epitome of professionalism and competence. He is reassuring while, at the same time, open and honest about what is happening. I have changed my lifestyle as a result of conversations I have had with him. Without reservations I would recommend him to my family and friends.
UofU Patient August 05, 2013Dr. Stephenson is the best and makes you feel so comfortable and assured about your health.
UofU Patient July 30, 2013I had always expected to see the doctor. The PA was never mentioned before our appointment. I was surprised to be talking to someone else instead.
UofU Patient July 22, 2013Dr. Stevenson saved my life! I can't thank him enough.
UofU Patient July 12, 2013I have already recommended my care provider to a friend.
UofU Patient July 08, 2013again very impressed with professional care
UofU Patient July 03, 2013Would like to here more about clear side effect %s with my MD's surgeries. Would like to here more about MRI analysis. Would like to here more about other treatment besides surgery.
UofU Patient July 03, 2013Dr. Stephenson is outstanding, not only was he professional, his concern and compassion for me and my situation was appreciated. He answered all of my questions, did not rush me, he made me feel that my situation, and me personally, were important to him. I don't remember the name of his PA, but the same comments about Dr. Stephenson apply to him. I don't know if they realize how much their caring attitude means to patients, especially when facing the health issues which bring them to the Huntsman.
UofU Patient July 02, 2013very informative visit regarding my health profile and instructions to follow for future positive outlook
UofU Patient July 02, 2013Always helpful and caring.
UofU Patient July 01, 2013We have full confidence in and respect for Dr. Stephenson. In all of my medical problems, I have never encountered a doctor who is better in every way.
UofU Patient June 24, 2013Very good.
UofU Patient June 18, 2013good
UofU Patient June 14, 2013My experience at Huntsman is nothing short of amazing.
UofU Patient June 04, 2013We have full confidence and trust in Dr. Stephenson. He is, by far, the best physician we have ever had.
UofU Patient June 03, 2013Always helpful, friendly, and not in a hurry nor wasting time
UofU Patient June 03, 2013Dr. Stephenson was wonderful: warm, engaged with me as a human being, and both helpful and empathetic in addressing my health concerns. He is the most confidence-inspiring doctor I have ever had.
UofU Patient May 20, 2013absoutlely certain that I will recommend this care provider to others.
UofU Patient May 17, 2013GREAT
UofU Patient May 08, 2013Information was not clearing explained. Also, wait time to speak with Dr. Stephenson was about 35-40 minutes.
UofU Patient April 29, 2013I have been a patient at Huntsman Cancer Center for over ten years. I couldn't be more pleased than I am for the excellent treatment I have received. I feel very fortunate to be a patient of Dr. Robert Stephenson and his great staff.
UofU Patient April 28, 2013Experience was very good.
UofU Patient April 22, 2013The care provider (PA) was very thorough and took a great deal of time explaining everything. I felt very confident in his experience.
UofU Patient April 17, 2013Everyone was wonderful. The whole process was done quickly and comfortably
UofU Patient April 11, 2013great group of people at the center.
UofU Patient April 09, 2013I am pleasantly amazed at the amount of time all the professional staff took in answering my questions. I feel like they care and are concerned for me.
UofU Patient April 08, 2013hard to imagine how care could be better in all these respects!
UofU Patient April 03, 2013All of the people I had contact with were great.
UofU Patient March 31, 2013The services received and time spent could not have better. Huntsman is a very professional institute. I'm pleased. Dr. Stephenson said I would be taken care and he was really talking to me, not at me, or around me. Thank-you all.
UofU Patient March 29, 2013Dr.Stevenson is the best Dr. Stevenson is the best! !
UofU Patient March 26, 2013We were "squeezed in" so the doctor was very busy already, accounting for not getting full information about the "mass" found or what to expect.
UofU Patient March 15, 2013Currently I have been waiting for 1 week for prior authorization for a perscription that Dr. Stephenson gave and I am getting alot of run around from the pre-auth person. The nurse in Dr.Stevenson's office Racheal has been great.
UofU Patient March 07, 2013There was a very small wait between Doctors, other than that I had a great experience. Thanks..
UofU Patient March 04, 2013Bob Stephenson's the best.
UofU Patient March 04, 2013I can not wait until NEXT YEAR!!!! ;-)
UofU Patient February 26, 2013encouraging, caring, and have a great of confidence in the care and treatment from Dr Stephenson
UofU Patient February 18, 2013I've always felt as if I were the most important patient.
UofU Patient February 18, 2013Would have like to talk to Doc. after the surgery but realize how busy he is and understand why he did not come by.
UofU Patient February 12, 2013I can't praise Dr. Stephenson enough. I feel that I am in the best hands possible. Because of his taking the extra time to talk about how nutrition can affect health I have made significant changes in my diet. He is patient, concerned, and has a way of explaining things in a way I can understand. I feel most grateful to have the HCI as a resource and Dr. Stephenson as a physician.
UofU Patient February 05, 2013Doctor Stephenson is perhaps the best physician I have ever been treated by in terms of his manner, demeanor, and the confidence he inspires.
UofU Patient February 04, 2013I didn't feel like the doctor was rushing me. He took time with me and explained in detail options and procedures. He answered all my questions
UofU Patient February 04, 2013every thing was great!
UofU Patient January 28, 2013good
UofU Patient January 15, 2013Excellent physician care - Robert Stephenson, M.D.
UofU Patient January 01, 2013have already had a brother that went through the prostrate cancer DaVinci procedure with Dr. Stephenson and have recommended to several other priends and family.
UofU Patient December 24, 2012it is always a pleasure to deal with HCH
UofU Patient December 22, 2012I was comfortable with each person I saw and everyone gave me more confidence than I had when I first came to the clinic.
UofU Patient December 18, 2012Could not have had a better experience
UofU Patient December 11, 2012OK, so they's all "5's", but when you're with Dr. Stephenson it's as if you're his only patient. He is a credit to his profession, and to the Huntsman Institute.
UofU Patient December 11, 2012Dr. Stephenson's explanation of how surgery would proceed was very clear. He explained I will probably need to do followup radiation and he gave me hope associated with the loss of control issue. I felt much better after talking to Dr. Stephenson than I did in my conversations with the two doctors I saw outside of the Huntsman Hospital.
UofU Patient December 10, 2012Always concerned and helpful.
UofU Patient December 03, 2012I say several Doctors and staff over three days and two producers . This is my overall view. All are the best there is.
UofU Patient November 20, 2012Gentle and good humored. Went through my tests.
UofU Patient November 14, 2012Dr. Stephenson and his staff have always been well above the average - the best as far as we are concerned.
UofU Patient November 12, 2012Everything went "very good."
UofU Patient November 12, 2012My questions and concerns were answered in detail.
UofU Patient November 12, 2012I have a difficult health issue, but I was extremely pleased with the courtesy, compassion, and concern shown to me.
UofU Patient November 08, 2012Dr. Stephenson's warmth and great expertise are appreciated!
UofU Patient November 07, 2012Outstanding medical professional
UofU Patient November 05, 2012I'm not in the habit of handing out "all 5's" so these ratings are genuine, heartfelt, and much appreciated. I have never been treated by any health care professional with as much genuine concern and respect for my feelings and my dignity.
UofU Patient October 29, 2012I always recommend the Huntsman Center
UofU Patient October 23, 2012Even though the appointment was at the end of the day we did not feel rushed by anyone and everyone seemed very vested in us and my issues.
UofU Patient October 15, 2012I am running out of superlatives to describe my experience. It was very good.
UofU Patient October 15, 2012Always a pleasure to talk to Dr Stephenson
UofU Patient October 15, 2012Enjoyed the interaction with staff and Dr.
UofU Patient September 24, 2012Everything went very well. All gave a feeling of competence.
UofU Patient September 04, 2012Dr. Stephenson was great. His expertise has allowed me to have a normal life, when many men facing the prostate cancer have side effects that are difficult for a man to endure, loss of control, impotence, ect. His concern for my quality of life after surgery is much appreciated. I did not grasp the effects that surgery may cause & what many men are faced with prostate cancer. He can almost walk on water in my book. thank you is no where close to how I really feel towards Dr. Stephenson & the Huntsman clinic.
UofU Patient September 03, 2012Always excellent. The personal attention is wonderful.
UofU Patient September 03, 2012Excellent care and follow-through with Robert Stephenson, M.D.
UofU Patient September 03, 2012PA and Dr. Stephenson explained very well what their recommendations were. I was concerned about the long wait until my husband could get his surgery, one month.
UofU Patient September 02, 2012good exerperience
UofU Patient August 21, 2012Dr. Stephenson is an expert on how to treat people. So kind and courteous and thorough. You'll not find a better doctor in the nation.
UofU Patient July 17, 2012could not be better...very comforting
UofU Patient July 12, 2012everything went very well. I was treated supper by everyone. I was well satisfied with my visit.
UofU Patient July 10, 2012We love my doctor and his staff
UofU Patient July 10, 2012Dr. Stephenson took all time necessary to explain the procedure and answered all questions I could think of.He listened to all my concerns and situation that brought me there.
UofU Patient June 25, 2012Everthing excellent
UofU Patient June 13, 2012All was exceptional
UofU Patient June 11, 2012Excellent throughout
UofU Patient June 05, 2012Both the PA and MD are great to work with.
UofU Patient May 10, 2012Dr. S was terrific as usual. The new nurse practitioner, a lady, seemed to suggest a sling for me yet, clearly it is too early to suggest that procedure. For some reason, I was intimidated and not trusting of her.
UofU Patient May 10, 2012Unfortunately we were not well prepared for the urinary complications that could/did occur as a result of the surgery.
UofU Patient May 03, 2012Outstanding care giver , very caring and informative
UofU Patient May 02, 2012All my expereiences with the hospital and personnel have been excellent.
UofU Patient April 28, 2012Dr. Stephenson is the best. A great doctor and a real person to share concerns with.
UofU Patient April 11, 2012He is a good doctor and I have confidence in him, but the inconvenience of waiting so long (pretty much every visit is like this!) may cause me to seek care elsewhere.
UofU Patient April 07, 2012excellent in all cases
UofU Patient March 31, 2012In all the care we have received during the long duration of my husband's problems, Dr. Stephenson is the finest doctor and person we have ever had the privilege of meeting.
UofU Patient March 24, 2012Excellent care!
UofU Patient March 22, 2012My entire visit was fast, professional and informative
UofU Patient March 15, 2012Dr Stephenson and his PA went above and beyond to address my concerns
UofU Patient March 03, 2012The MD answered all questions and gave strong encouragement
UofU Patient February 29, 2012Robert Stephenson, M.D., excellent care and concern
UofU Patient February 16, 2012good
UofU Patient February 09, 2012Dr. Stevenson is teriffic.
UofU Patient January 28, 2012All were very good and answered the question with out hurry(took the time we needed)
UofU Patient January 12, 2012Their comments were regarding my status were reassuring.
UofU Patient January 12, 2012The physicians,nurse,social worker were excellent. I am just not satisfied with the whole process.
UofU Patient January 07, 2012My doctor was excellent and provided very good care.
UofU Patient January 07, 2012We had an appt. right after Christmas to find out if they were able to get all the cancer, but 3 days BEFORE Christmas, they called to let us know, THE DR. WAS ABLE TO GET ALL THE CANCER. It turned out to be the most blessed Christmas we have ever had. Thanks to that phone call that didn't need to be made.
UofU Patient January 04, 2012Dr. Stephenson and his assistant spent a great deal of time with me and addressed all of my concerns and questions. I felt that they would have stayed with me all day if that's what it took to answer my questions.
UofU Patient January 04, 2012I have complete confidence in all the staff.
Patient Comments
Patient comments are gathered from our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.