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Specialties
Board Certification
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American Board of Urology (Sub: Pediatric Urology)
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Patient Rating
Patients consistently describe Dr. Wallis as kind, compassionate, and professional, with excellent bedside manner and a strong rapport with children. Reviewers emphasize his thorough explanations, patience in answering questions, and clear, reassuring communication that leaves families feeling informed and confident in care plans. Many note his attentiveness, expertise, and the trust they place in his treatment and surgical care.
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4.8
/5
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299 reviews
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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.
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Board Certification and Academic Information
| Academic Departments |
Surgery
-Professor (Clinical) |
|---|---|
| Academic Divisions |
Urology
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| Board Certification |
American Board of Urology (Sub: Pediatric Urology)
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Education history
| Fellowship | Pediatric Urology - The Hospital For Sick Children | Fellow |
|---|---|---|
| Residency | Urology - The Ohio State University Medical Center | Resident |
| Internship | General Surgery - The Ohio State University Medical Center | Intern |
| Professional Medical | Medicine - The Ohio State University College of Medicine | M.D. |
| Undergraduate | Humanities - Brigham Young University | B.A. |
Selected Publications
Journal Article
- Wiseman BP, Sharadin CA, Jansen-Booker AD, Lau GA, Schaeffer AJ, Wallis MC, Cartwright PC, Jacobson DL (2026). Evaluating a Collaborative Care Model for Inguinal Surgery in Pediatric Urology. Urology, 212, 105-109.
- Leavitt CK, Dixson LE, Liu FF, Horns JJ, Wallis MC, Freed KL, Schaeffer AJ (2025). Discharge one hour sooner: Comparing post-operative metrics between spinal and general anesthetics among male infants undergoing circumcision. J Pediatr Urol.
- Chu DI, Liu T, Williams T, Mix J, Ahn J, Austin JC, Baum M, Clayton D, Jarosz S, Joseph D, Roth E, Routh J, Tu D, Vasquez E, Wallis MC, Wiener J, Cheng E, Yerkes E, Tanaka S (2024). Diagnostic Test Characteristics of Ultrasound-Based Hydronephrosis for Chronic Kidney Disease in Children and Adolescents With Myelomeningocele: Results From the UMPIRE and National Spina Bifida Patient Registry Cohort Studies. J Urol, 213(3), 341-349.
- Chen J, Bautista CH, Patel A, French MM, Mienko A, Schaeffer AJ, Wallis MC, Gociman B (2025). Penile Reconstruction in Aphallia: Modification of the De Castro Technique With Large Tissue Expander. Plast Reconstr Surg Glob Open, 13(1), e6412.
- Cull JN, Jacobson DL, Lau GA, Cartwright PC, Wallis MC, Skarda D, Swendiman R, Schaeffer AJ (2023). Internal hernia with volvulus after major abdominal reconstructions in pediatric urology - An infrequently reported and potentially devastating complication. J Pediatr Urol, 19(4), 402.e1-402.e7.
- Siegal AR, Ferrer FA, Herndon CDA, Wallis MC, Schaeffer AJ, Malhotra NR (2023). Inter-disciplinary provider development of an online, interactive adolescent varicocele decision aid prototype. Andrology, 12(2), 429-436.
- Matta R, Horns JJ, Jacobson DL, Schaeffer AJ, Wallis MC, Lau GA (2022). National Trends and Outcomes in the Use of Intravesical Botulinum Toxin and Enterocystoplasty Among Patients With Myelomeningocele. Urology, 166, 289-296.
- Wallis MC, Paramsothy P, Newsome K, Williams T, Routh JC, Joseph DB, Cheng E, Tu D, Austin JC, Tanaka ST, Walker WO, Smith KA, Baum MA, Wiener JS (2021). Incidence of Urinary Tract Infections in Newborns with Spina Bifida-Is Antibiotic Prophylaxis Necessary? J Urol, 206(1), 126-132.
- Tanaka ST, Yerkes EB, Routh JC, Tu DD, Austin JC, Wiener JS, Vasquez E, Joseph DB, Ahn JJ, Wallis MC, Williams T, Rose C, Baum MA, Cheng EY (2021). Urodynamic characteristics of neurogenic bladder in newborns with myelomeningocele and refinement of the definition of bladder hostility: Findings from the UMPIRE multi-center study. J Pediatr Urol.
- Malhotra NR, Wallis MC, Allen CM, Cartwright PC, Lau GA (2020). Continence outcomes following a modification of the Mitchell bladder neck reconstruction in myelomeningocele: A single institution experience. J Pediatr Urol, 16(5), 653.e1-653.e8.
- Tanaka ST, Paramsothy P, Thibadeau J, Wiener JS, Joseph DB, Cheng EY, Tu D, Austin C, Koh CJ, Wallis MC, Walker WO, Smith KA, Routh JC, Baum MA (2019). Baseline Urinary Tract Imaging in Infants Enrolled in the UMPIRE Protocol for Children with Spina Bifida. J Urol, 201(6), 1193-1198.
- Routh JC, Joseph DB, Liu T, Schechter MS, Thibadeau JK, Wallis MC, Ward EA, Wiener JS (2017). Bladder Reconstruction Rates Differ among Centers Participating in National Spina Bifida Patient Registry. J Urol, 199(1), 268-273.
- Routh JC, Cheng EY, Austin JC, Baum MA, Gargollo PC, Grady RW, Herron AR, Kim SS, King SJ, Koh CJ, Paramsothy P, Raman L, Schechter MS, Smith KA, Tanaka ST, Thibadeau JK, Walker WO, Wallis MC, Wiener JS, Joseph DB (2016). Design and Methodological Considerations of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Urologic and Renal Protocol for the Newborn and Young Child with Spina Bifida. J Urol, 196(6), 1728-1734.
- Fuchs ME, Anderson RE, Myers JB, Wallis MC (2015). The incidence of long-term hypertension in children after high-grade renal trauma. J Pediatr Surg, 50(11), 1919-21.
- Du K, Mulroy EE, Wallis MC, Zhang C, Presson AP, Cartwright PC (2015). Enterocystoplasty 30-day outcomes from National Surgical Quality Improvement Program Pediatric 2012. J Pediatr Surg, 50(9), 1535-9.
- Redshaw JD, Tran TL, Wallis MC, deVries CR (2014). Epididymitis: a 21-year retrospective review of presentations to an outpatient urology clinic. J Urol, 192(4), 1203-7.
- ONeil BB, Cartwright PC, Maves C, Hoeg K, Presson AP, Wallis MC (2014). Reliability of voiding cystourethrogram for the grading of vesicoureteral reflux. J Pediatr Urol, 10(1), 107-11.
- Wallis MC, Oottamasathien S, Wicher C, Hadley D, Snow BW, Cartwright PC (2013). Padded self-adhesive strap immobilization following newborn bladder exstrophy closure: the Utah straps. J Urol, 190(6), 2216-20.
- 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.
- Wicher C, Hadley D, Ludlow D, Oottamasathien S, Wallis MC, Devries C, Snow BW, Cartwright PC (2010). 250 consecutive unilateral extravesical ureteral reimplantations in an outpatient setting. J Urol, 184(1), 311-4.
- Saperston K, Smith J, Putman S, Matern R, Foot L, Wallis C, deVries C, Snow B, Cartwright P (2008). Endoscopic subureteral injection is not less expensive than outpatient open reimplantation for unilateral vesicoureteral reflux. J Urol, 180(4 Suppl), 1626-9; discussion 1629-30.
- Wallis MC, Lorenzo AJ, Farhat WA, Bgli DJ, Khoury AE, Pippi Salle JL (2008). Risk assessment of incidentally detected complex renal cysts in children: potential role for a modification of the Bosniak classification. J Urol, 180(1), 317-21.
- Wallis MC, Braga L, Khoury A (2008). The role of flaps and grafts in modern hypospadiology. Indian J Urol, 24(2), 200-5.
- Wallis MC, Yeger H, Cartwright L, Shou Z, Radisic M, Haig J, Suoub M, Antoon R, Farhat WA (2008). Feasibility study of a novel urinary bladder bioreactor. Tissue Eng Part A, 14(3), 339-48.
- Lorenzo AJ, Wallis MC, Cook A, Buffett-Fairen A, Bozic D, Bgli DJ, Khoury AE, Pippi Salle JL (2007). What is the variability in urodynamic parameters with position change in children? Analysis of a prospectively enrolled cohort. J Urol, 178(6), 2567-70.
- Lorenzo AJ, Chait PG, Wallis MC, Raikhlin A, Farhat WA (2007). Minimally invasive approach for treatment of urinary and fecal incontinence in selected patients with spina bifida. Urology, 70(3), 568-71.
- Cheng HL, Wallis C, Shou Z, Farhat WA (2007). Quantifying angiogenesis in VEGF-enhanced tissue-engineered bladder constructs by dynamic contrast-enhanced MRI using contrast agents of different molecular weights. J Magn Reson Imaging, 25(1), 137-45.
- Lorenzo AJ, Pippi Salle JL, Barroso U, Cook A, Grober E, Wallis MC, Bgli DJ, Khoury AE (2006). What are the most powerful determinants of endoscopic vesicoureteral reflux correction? Multivariate analysis of a single institution experience during 6 years. J Urol, 176(4 Pt 2), 1851-5.
- Wallis MC, Khoury AE, Lorenzo AJ, Pippi-Salle JL, Bgli DJ, Farhat WA (2006). Outcome analysis of retroperitoneal laparoscopic heminephrectomy in children. J Urol, 175(6), 2277-80; discussion 2280-2.
- Wallis MC, Khoury AE (2006). Symptom score for lower urinary tract dysfunction in pediatric urology. Curr Urol Rep, 7(2), 136-42.
- Wallis MC, Brown DH, Jayanthi VR, Koff SA (2003). A novel technique for ureteral catheterization and/or retrograde ureteroscopy after cross-trigonal ureteral reimplantation. J Urol, 170(4 Pt 2), 1664-6; discussion 1666.
- Lawrence PF, Wallis C, Dobrin PB, Bhirangi K, Gugliuzza N, Galt S, Kraiss L (1998). Peripheral aneurysms and arteriomegaly: is there a familial pattern? J Vasc Surg, 28(4), 599-605.
Book Chapter
- Cartwright PC, Snow BW, Wallis MC Lau GA (2020). Bladder and Urethra, Chapter 56. In Ashcraft, Holcomb, Murphy (Eds.), Pediatric Surgery (7th Edition). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders.
- Cartwright PC, Snow BW, Wallis MC (2014). Bladder and urethra, Chapter 56. In Ashcraft, Holcomb, Murphy (Eds.), Pediatric Surgery (6th Edition). Philadelphia: Elsevier Saunders.
Editorial
- Wallis MC (2020). Renal Function Surveillance for Patients with Spina Bifida: Seeing through a Glass Darkly. J Urol, 204(3), 411-412.
Letter
- Kastenberg ZJ, Arkin C, Wallis MC, Boemers T, Rollins MD (2022). Stapled neoappendicostomy: A novel technique. [Letter to the editor]. J Pediatr Surg, 57(12), 1029-1030.
Having to go out of town to get the peace of mind we needed . He was very professional and answered all our questions . We came up with a treatment plan. Living in fear of my child's health for almost 2 months and being able to have peace of mind and feel like we can breathe again. And leaving a doctors office with all our questions answered .
He cared about my care and did great on my surgery and helped me get better.
We had such a wonderful experience with Dr. Wallis. From our very first appointment, he was kind, patient, and took the time to answer all of my questions thoroughly. He explained everything clearly so we felt informed and confident going into surgery. He kept me updated throughout the procedure, which meant so much as a mom. He truly helped ease our concerns, and my son's recovery went smoothly. We are so grateful for his skill, compassion, and attentive care.
Great
Doctor didn't explain the problem with the child health.
Very friendly and helpful. He explained everything thoroughly and helped us with our decision by walking us through every step.
He was so personable with my son and answered all my questions and concerns. He explained everything in detail. I highly recommend him as a provider.
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Dr. Wallis has provided top notch care for our daughter. He is kind and compassionate and truly cares about his patients. We trust him implicitly with our daughters healthcare issues. We continue to be grateful for his knowledge, expertise and patience. He's an amazing doctor in all aspects.
She is an admirable doctor. [TRANSLATED]
Dr. Wallis was very informative and professional. He answered all my questions and listened to my concerns.
I recommend him because he is very kind, attentive, and very patient with my son, who is a child with special needs, and he treated him very well. [TRANSLATED]
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He is an extremely respectful, kind and very professional person. Personally, I loved his treatment. [TRANSLATED]
He was very kind to us and especially to my child since he is a child with special needs and he was very patient, I really recommend him a lot. [TRANSLATED]
Dr Wallis is wonderful! Every time we see him he is friendly and professional. I always leave feeling like he has answered all our questions and listened to our concerns. He's great! I'd highly recommend him to anyone.
He is an excellent doctor [TRANSLATED]
Look no further than Dr. Wallis. He has the best disposition, is so good with kids, and takes the time to educate you. He has great bedside mannerÑnever rushes through appointments and takes the time to be sure all of your questions and concerns are answered. Can't say enough good things about him!
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We appreciate how caring and patient Dr Wallis was. He listened to all our concerns and took the time to explain everything to us.
We had a great visit, he was very personable. He was super knowledgeable and gave us confidence in his ability.
Dr. Wallis provided excellent care! He was thorough and compassionate. We appreciated our appointment with him!
I am not at all satisfied with the result of the medical appointment since they did not give me a solution to the problem my son has. [TRANSLATED]
Thank you for keeping that eye contact with my son when explaining to him the surgery process and everything else. I have never seen a provider do that. As his parent it showed me how your communication towards your patient no matter the age.
Dr. Wallis is an incredible doctor. He made us feel comfortable and we knew our son was in the best of hands. He answered all our questions and took great care of our son and of us. I highly recommend him to any and all families that need care.
Dr. Wallis was very helpful and respectful, and we had an excellent experience with him.
I had a lot of questions for Dr Wallis, and he patiently answered them all. He has reassuring without being dismissive. He did not sugar coat the difficult parts of my son's case, but I left our appointment feeling better than when I came in. I felt like he respected me and my son, and that he genuinely wanted my son to have the best quality of life possible.