Blake D. Hamilton
( out of 107 reviews )

Blake D. Hamilton, MD

Languages spoken: English, French

Clinical Locations

University of Utah Hospital

Urology, Area E
Salt Lake City
801-213-2700

  • Dr. Hamilton is a fellowship-trained endourologist with extensive clinical experience in the minimally invasive surgical management of urologic diseases.

    His primary interest is minimally invasive kidney and adrenal surgery. This began at the Cleveland Clinic in the 1990’s, where he was in the forefront of urologic laparoscopy. From there, he brought to Utah extensive experience in laparoscopic renal and adrenal surgery. He has been part of the transformation that has brought laparoscopic techniques to the world of kidney cancer and has seen the introduction of robotic technology (the da Vinci surgical system) applied to the kidney. Currently, he focuses on laparoscopic and robotic adrenal and kidney surgery, including robot-assisted partial nephrectomy.

    Dr. Hamilton works on obstructive renal pathology and performs laparoscopic and robotic renal and ureteral reconstruction, including pyeloplasty for ureteropelvic junction obstruction and ureteral reimplant for ureteral obstruction. As with other procedures, he has been a leader in adopting robotic technology to reduce operative time and improve patient outcomes.

    Given his fellowship training in Endourology, he also has considerable experience in the management of complex kidney stone disease—both surgical and medical management. Over his 25 years of clinical practice, he has performed thousands of percutaneous and ureteroscopic procedures, making him perhaps the most experienced endoscopic stone surgeon in Utah.

    Another area of interest is renal autotransplant. Dr. Hamilton is currently the Chief of the Kidney Autotransplant multidisciplinary program at University of Utah Health.

    Specialties

    Board Certification

    American Board of Urology
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Patient Rating

    4.9 /5
    ( out of 107 reviews )

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    The scale on which responses are measured is 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.

    Patient Comments

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    August 26, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Phenomenal doctor! Outstanding bedside manner. Polished professional but at the same time treats patients with respect, understanding, compassion and encouragement. Hope to NEVER have to have this type of surgery again, but it I do, Dr. Hamilton is most definitely the only surgeon I would have.

    August 11, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    In my one person focus group I believe that Dr. Hamilton is the best physician in the urology department. His knowledge, professional demeanor, and patient care is second to none. Could not praise him more in all that he has done.

    July 11, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    An overall great experience being in Dr Hamilton's care. I have special confidence in his expertise and I very much appreciate the way he explains my medical situation to me.

    July 11, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Blake D. Hamilton, MD was not only knowledgeable but also professional and personable. He explained everything very well and I felt like he took time to answer all of my questions and concerns..

    July 11, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    He is an amazing doctor.

    July 04, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Hamilton does an outstanding job! He is knowledgeable, thorough, attentive, experienced, kind, warm, friendly, and helpful.

    June 23, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    I would recommend Dr. Hamilton for your Urology needs

    June 22, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    Dr. Hamilton is very skilled as a urologist and just as important, is knowledgeable and answers questions patiently. He also is very open-minded and does not become defensive when asked questions by the patient. He explains the rationale and if the recommendations are not not rock solid because of medical uncertainty, he has no problem explaining why.

    June 19, 2024
    UH HOSPITALS AND CLINICS

    I trust Dr. Hamilton's expertise. I am confident that he has my best interests in mind. He is very personable.

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  • Dr. Hamilton is a fellowship-trained endourologist with extensive clinical experience in the minimally invasive surgical management of urologic diseases.

    His primary interest is minimally invasive kidney and adrenal surgery. This began at the Cleveland Clinic in the 1990’s, where he was in the forefront of urologic laparoscopy. From there, he brought to Utah extensive experience in laparoscopic renal and adrenal surgery. He has been part of the transformation that has brought laparoscopic techniques to the world of kidney cancer and has seen the introduction of robotic technology (the da Vinci surgical system) applied to the kidney. Currently, he focuses on laparoscopic and robotic adrenal and kidney surgery, including robot-assisted partial nephrectomy.

    Dr. Hamilton works on obstructive renal pathology and performs laparoscopic and robotic renal and ureteral reconstruction, including pyeloplasty for ureteropelvic junction obstruction and ureteral reimplant for ureteral obstruction. As with other procedures, he has been a leader in adopting robotic technology to reduce operative time and improve patient outcomes.

    Given his fellowship training in Endourology, he also has considerable experience in the management of complex kidney stone disease—both surgical and medical management. Over his 25 years of clinical practice, he has performed thousands of percutaneous and ureteroscopic procedures, making him perhaps the most experienced endoscopic stone surgeon in Utah.

    Another area of interest is renal autotransplant. Dr. Hamilton is currently the Chief of the Kidney Autotransplant multidisciplinary program at University of Utah Health.

    Board Certification and Academic Information

    Academic Departments Surgery -Primary
    Academic Divisions Urology
    Board Certification
    American Board of Urology
    National Board of Medical Examiners

    Education history

    Certification Conflict Resolution - University of Utah Graduate Certificate
    Endourology - Cleveland Clinic Hospital Fellow
    Residency Urology - University of Utah School of Medicine Resident
    General Surgery - University of Utah School of Medicine Resident
    Professional Medical Medicine - University of California, San Francisco M.D.
    Mathematics - Brigham Young University B.S.

    Selected Publications

    Journal Article

    1. 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. (Read full article)
    2. 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. (Read full article)
    3. 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. (Read full article)
    4. 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. (Read full article)
    5. 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. (Read full article)
    6. 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. (Read full article)
    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. (Read full article)
    8. 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. (Read full article)
    9. 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. (Read full article)

    Case Report

    1. 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. (Read full article)
    2. Rofaiel G, Pan G, Campsen J, Kim R, Hamilton B (2020). Successful Utilization of a Live Donor Kidney with Angiomyolipoma. Cureus, 12(2), e6937. (Read full article)
    3. 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. (Read full article)
    4. 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. (Read full article)

    Editorial

    1. Hamilton BD (2018). Editorial Comment on: Conservative Management of Staghorn Calculi: When Is It Safe? by Morgan et al. J Endourol, 32(6), 546. (Read full article)
    2. Hamilton BD (2013). Editorial comment. Urology, 83(1), 3; discussion 3. (Read full article)
    3. Hamilton BD (2012). Editorial comment. Urology, 81(1), 24; author reply 24. (Read full article)

    Other

    1. 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. (Read full article)

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