Board Certification
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American Board of Urology
National Board of Medical Examiners
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Patient Rating
Patients consistently praise Dr. Hamilton for his deep clinical expertise and problem-solving approach to complex urologic issues, with several describing meaningful improvements in health and quality of life. Many note his clear explanations, attentive listening, and compassionate bedside manner, saying he takes time to answer questions and involves them in decisions. His professionalism and the confidence of his team are frequently highlighted, and care is described as reassuring, thorough, and trustworthy.
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The patient rating score is an average of all responses on our patient experience survey. The rating averages scores for all questions about care from our providers. The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
Patient comments are gathered from our patient experience survey and displayed in their entirety. For the convenience of our visitors, some patient comments have been translated from their original language into English while preserving their original meaning as accurately as possible. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.
Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Surgery
-Professor (Clinical) |
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| Academic Divisions |
Urology
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| Board Certification |
American Board of Urology
National Board of Medical Examiners
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Education history
| Certification | Conflict Resolution - University of Utah | Graduate Certificate |
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| Fellowship | Endourology - Cleveland Clinic Hospital | Fellow |
| Residency | Urology - University of Utah School of Medicine | Resident |
| Residency | General Surgery - University of Utah School of Medicine | Resident |
| Professional Medical | Medicine - University of California, San Francisco | M.D. |
| Undergraduate | Mathematics - Brigham Young University | B.S. |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Hamilton BD, Lenherr SM (2026). Editorial Comment on "Transitioning to Night Float: A Year-Long Prospective Crossover Trial Evaluating the Impact on Measures of Urology Residents' Well-Being". Urology.
- Noble PA, Hamilton BD, Gerber G (2024). Stone decision engine accurately predicts stone removal and treatment complications for shock wave lithotripsy and laser ureterorenoscopy patients. PLoS One, 19(5), e0301812.
- Call M, Qeadan F, Tingey B, Morrow E, Webber D, Hamilton B, Locke A (2023). Measuring provider well-being: initial validation of a brief engagement survey. BMC Health Serv Res, 23(1), 432.
- Bethel EC, Marchetti KA, Hecklinski TM, Daignault-Newton S, Kraft KH, Hamilton BD, Faerber GJ, Ambani SN (2021). The LEGO™ Exercise: An Assessment of Core Competencies in Urology Residency Interviews. J Surg Educ, 78(6), 2063-2069.
- Chen Z, Zeng DD, Seltzer RGN, Hamilton BD (2021). Automated Generation of Personalized Shock Wave Lithotripsy Protocols: Treatment Planning Using Deep Learning. JMIR Med Inform, 9(5), e24721.
- Campsen J, Pan G, Quencer K, Zhang C, Presson A, Hamilton B (2020). Renal Auto-Transplantation for Loin Pain Hematuria Syndrome Using a Multidisciplinary Team Model: Intermediate-Term Results. Cureus, 12(12), e12379.
- Campsen J, Bassett MR, OHara R, Kim RD, Martinez E, Hardman R, Myers JB, Hamilton B (2019). Renal hilar block predicts long-term success of renal auto-transplantation for loin pain hematuria syndrome. Int Urol Nephrol, 51(6), 927-930.
- Summers SJ, Patel DP, Hamilton BD, Presson AP, Fisher MA, Lowrance WT, Southwick AW (2015). An antimicrobial prophylaxis protocol using rectal swab cultures for transrectal prostate biopsy. World J Urol, 33(12), 2001-7.
- Redshaw JD, West JM, Stephenson RA, Lowrance WT, Hamilton BD, Southwick AW, Dechet CB (2014). Use of a polytetrafluoroethylene (GORE-TEX) bolster to close the renal parenchymal defect during open partial nephrectomy. Urology, 84(3), 707-11.
- Myers JB, Hu EM, Elliott SP, Nguyen A, Hovert P, Brant WO, Hamilton BD, Wallis MC, Redshaw JD (2014). Short-term outcomes of Chait Trapdoor for antegrade continence enema in adults. Urology, 83(6), 1423-6.
- Gabrielsen JS, Laciak RJ, Frank EL, McFadden M, Bates CS, Oottamasathien S, Hamilton BD, Wallis MC (2012). Pediatric urinary stone composition in the United States. J Urol, 187(6), 2182-7.
Case Report
- Pender M, Mehta N, Hamilton BD, Swaminathan S (2022). Nocardia beijingensis Isolated From an Adrenal Abscess in a Diabetic Host. Open Forum Infect Dis, 9(7), ofac328.
- Campsen J, Thorman A, Baker N, Hamilton B (2021). Autotransplantation as a feasible intervention for combined nutcracker syndrome and Loin Pain Hematuria Syndrome. Urol Case Rep, 39, 101791.
- Rofaiel G, Pan G, Campsen J, Kim R, Hamilton B (2020). Successful Utilization of a Live Donor Kidney with Angiomyolipoma. Cureus, 12(2), e6937.
- Bleicher J, Kim RD, Hamilton B, Lau G, Campsen J (2018). Backtable ureteroscopy for retrieval of retained stent or stone: A novel technique in renal autotransplant. Urol Case Rep, 17, 94-96.
- Carrell DT, Emery BR, Hamilton B (2003). Seminal infection with Ralstonia picketti and cytolysosomal spermophagy in a previously fertile man. Fertil Steril, 79 Suppl 3, 1665-7.
Editorial
- Hamilton BD (2018). Editorial Comment on: Conservative Management of Staghorn Calculi: When Is It Safe? by Morgan et al. J Endourol, 32(6), 546.
- Hamilton BD (2013). Editorial comment. Urology, 83(1), 3; discussion 3.
- Hamilton BD (2012). Editorial comment. Urology, 81(1), 24; author reply 24.
Other
- Barocas DA, Boorjian SA, Alvarez RD, Downs TM, Gross CP, Hamilton BD, Kobashi KC, Lipman RR, Lotan Y, Ng CK, Nielsen ME, Peterson AC, Raman JD, Smith-Bindman R, Souter LH (2020). Microhematuria: AUA/SUFU Guideline. J Urol (204(4), pp. 778-786). United States.
Dr. Hamilton, in conjunction with Dr. Erin Carter, have fully listened to my concerns with a very unusual situation. They have advised me of a way forward that might have a positive result in reducing and/or eliminating my constant pain.
He is the best doctor around and has taken care of my health needs for abouy 15 years. My surgery was a success and that has made a difference in my life now. Thank you to Dr Hamilton.
That he will take care of me
Doctor Hamilton was very approachable and kind . He is very capable and knowledgeable. We would recommend him to everyone.
I feel like I'm in excellent hands and I appreciated his knowledge, confidence and willingness to help me out. Thank you
Outstanding clinician.
Dr. Hamilton has a great wealth of knowledge, particularly about difficult cases. He allows me input on my care, while directing me to make good decisions about my care. He inspires my trust and respect.
Compassionate, thoughtful, excellent
I felt like the doctor's bedside manor needs some work, I'm not sure what I'm supposed to do next time I'm in pain
Expertise is the best and I am in excellent care with Dr. Hamilton. His positive encouragement and treatment eases my anxiety and sets me up for healing.
Dr. Hamilton is an excellent doctor. He explains what my options are for future care. I also feel like he genuinely cares for his patients. I actually look forward to my appointments with him.
Excellent care from an incredibly friendly and knowledgeable team
Visit was good.
Excellent attention and professional
I can't say enough about Dr. Blake Hamilton, he is my hero, he cares about me and he will lead me in the right direction now and in the future.
Dr. Hamilton is a wonderful, caring, professional and knowledgable doctor. One of my few true real heros in my life, he is a very good person!
Dr. Hamilton treated me with concern and was genuinely interested in my concerns.
Dr. Hamilton was very impressive. He listened to my questions and concerns, then explained everything and put me at ease. I feel very confident that he will help me find the best solutions for my issues. He showed me imaging that my previous urologist had never shown me. He also made sure my next annual imaging was ordered for this year and next year. He is awesome.
Dr. Hamilton is the best!
Dr Hamilton is very knowledgeable and answered my questions completely!
Dr. Hamilton is simply the best. Very capable and careful.
I would recommend Dr. Hamilton. He explained my case and follow up care very well. He's typically scheduled out at least 8 weeks out.
I recommend him 100 percent, he's super good, dedicated to his work, very intelligent and professional. [TRANSLATED]
I recommend Dr Hamilton. He is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain your diagnosis and path forward
Doctor Hamilton is a remarkable physician. I feel very lucky to have him. Doctor Wright was amazing !
Dr. Hamilton is valued for his caring, expertise and knowledge. I would highly recommend him.
Dr. Hamilton has shown outstanding care for me and my complex health concerns. His knowledge, bedside manner, and attention to detail are exceptional. He takes the time to truly listen, and I completely trust him with my care and my quality of life.
Blake Hamilton, MD is a wonderful doctor. He provided so much information and included me in all of the decisions about my care. He is one of the best doctors I have ever had. I feel so grateful I have been able to have him as my doctor. I feel so good about everything he did in working with me. His nurses are also excellent!
Doctor Hamilton is a very caring and qualified doctor. His experience in the field of urology is exceptional.
Excellent.
Dr. Hamilton is professional, knowledgable, kind and considerate. If you have a kidney issue, he's the problem-solver for you.
Very knowledgeable, professional, and. personable
Excellent
Dr Hamilton is so knowledgeable and makes you feel comfortable in his office. Always answers my questions and cares
I always feel very comfortable and confident when I have an appointment with Dr Blake Hamilton. He is very knowledgeable and effective. Thank you!
Dr.Hamilton is very professional, knowledgeable, and kind. Highly recommend him.
We always enjoy visithing with Dr. Hamilton, who is so competent and capable!!!
He is very knowledgeable, kind and helpful.
Excellent Care
Dr Hamilton is very knowledgeable with a great bedside manner and communication skills. He explained my condition carefully and the different options available, but then gave his reasons for the direction he would take to improve my situation. His follow up has also been thoughtful and encouraging.
Dr. Blake Hamilton is at the peak of knowledge and experience in his career. Having completed 1,000 surgeries, he has become the iconic exemplar urologist of the western states. Even so, he is not aloof. He is kind and welcoming, tending to my needs, and patiently answering my questions. As such, his performance level soars above not only all the other urologists I have known but also the 5-star and triple-A-plus rating systems used to evaluate probationary faculty.
Excellent provider. Caring, empathetic and a true provider
Dr Hamilton exuded the highest degree of professionalism and caring in pursuing my needs. His intuition and understanding my situation was so helpful in providing advice and counsel. He represents the very best of the Doctors I have encountered over the 28 years I have been a patient of University Health.
Very Professional, and personable
Blake Hamilton MD.is the best He was the first Dr to ever remove a kidney stone from my only kidney, he is the one I want to handle all issues with my kidney. I have been seeing him over 28 years.
We have already shown 1. BP can be lowered by running 2. Renal/splenic pain can be dissipated in 24 hours with ultrasound. We are hoping to show with a repat CT scan that ultrasound can impact the size of renal/splenic infarcts, and possibly a renal cyst. A successful 5K was completed yesterday.Thank you! [NAME REMOVED]
Dr. Hamilton listens to my concerns and responds, and then introduces additional information to consider. I feel I can trust him to do what he needs to do expertly, and with the experience to anticipate any problems. He is not afraid to discuss pros and cons.
Dr Hamilton was very nice and took a great deal of time explaining and showing everything I needed to know
Dr. Hamilton helped me feel at ease and explained things in a way that made sense to me. He welcomed my questions and input during our conversation, and he included me in all decision making.
DR Hamilton's expertise combined with his bedside manner was wonderful. I would see him again in a heartbeat. Traveled over 4 hours to be with him and the Univ. of Utah hospital team. He took care of my kidney stones and did everything he could to accommodate me being out of town.
Love him and his care.
He one of the few doctors that really cares about his patients. Thank you so much.
Dr. Hamilton is outstanding. I highly recommend him.
Dr. Hamilton is professional, approachable, and compassionate, listens to concerns & treats you with respect. He has a good sense of humor that helps to lighten the atmosphere.
I have a left kidney problem. I was told by my referring physician that Dr. Hamilton is best in the nation for my problem. He is hard to get into, but his confidence in talking with him gave me a total feeling of peace and calm. His confidence was totally free of egotistical comments, and he gave me enough time to answer all my concerns. I loved that he in no way appeared rushed, but truly interested in my condition and different treatments! He is the physician for me!!
Dr Blake D Hamilton is the best surgeon in my opinion and he cares about his patients .
Dr. Hamilton is a kind and caring professional, who can be trusted to tell you the facts and help you plan the best plan of action.
He doesn't beat around the bush! He shows what needs to be done!
Dr Hamilton gave me great hope in preventing my life long frequent UTI's that would also greatly affect my kidneys. Life long Complications of Spina Bifida. I am alive today because of Dr Hamilton. I am working hard with PT & OT to get ready to walk in another fundraiser event by end of summer.
What a great doctor and person. I came away feeling that I am in great hands with a person that knows what they are doing and how to provide the best care and obtain the intended results. His staff has great confidence in him too.
Yes very much, he is a very awesome Doctor ??
A professional in every sense.
Dr. Blake Hamilton is one of the best doctors alive anywhere in the world, he is also a very good person.
Very knowledgeable, personal and professional. I feel fortunate to have him attending to my issues!!
I trust his wisdom.
I like Dr. Hamilton and I thought he was very informative
Put me at ease
He was disrespectful to my husband & I. age didn't look over any previous records & seemed to demean my previous doctors. He was rude & called me a child!
Dr. Hamilton is an outstanding health care professional in every way.
Dr. Hamilton is a Very good physician and very personable.
Excellent doctor. Very friendly and courteous. Explaining everything clearly and keeping you informed about every step of the procedure.
Dr. Hamilton was very informative and explained things in a way that I could understand. I appreciate the time he took with me. This conference was via video and it went very well.
Dr Hamilton is one of the finest physicians I have met in my 50 years of practice, both as a doctor and medical director. U of U is fortunate to have a doctor of his caliber on staff. And I am fortunate to have him as my doctor.
Dr. Hamilton was eminently respectful of concerns and answered questions clearly.
I would highly recommend Dr Blake Hamilton to anyone. He has literally been a lifesaver to me. I feel that I am getting the best care available!!
Dr. Hamilton describes and assess¿ in a friendly, but very professional manner. He understands the issue, describes a path forward, answers questions and his attitude toward problem solving is reassuring.