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Dr. Paul Bretton, MD

Dr. Paul Bretton, MD

Urologic Oncology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Paul Bretton, MD is a urologic oncology specialist in Fort Myers, FL and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Bretton has extensive experience in Urinary Conditions and Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from University of Florida in 1982. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cape Coral Hospital and Lee Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 61 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (61 reviews)

Practice

12651 Whitehall Dr Fort Myers, FL 33907

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Dr. Bretton is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Bretton specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Bretton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Bretton

4.3
61 ratings, 24 with a written review
5 star
75%
75%
4 star
8%
8%
3 star
3%
3%
2 star
2%
2%
1 star
11%
11%

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What stands out most about not just Dr Martin but his whole office is there unwillingness to help you with pain they look for any example or any other medication to give you that doesn't help you one bit to where you have to go to the emergency room two nights in a row because that's what they tell you to do rather than just give you a prescription to help you never once has he written a prescription for me and because of it been doing this making phone calls for 5 days they wrote down that I threatened the doctor and staff which is completely untrue if wanting to be respected and treated the way I'm supposed to be as a patient if that's threatening then I guess it is but never have I been treated so badly by not just an individual but by a whole office and I have cancer on top of urology problem
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Sean PHilbrook – Nov 23, 2024
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Excellent
Was diagnosed with Ureter carcinoma in January 2023. Dr. Bretton referred me to onocologist, and also went up to the Moffitt Center. They both suggested chemo. I know the outcome of that, and I chose a nephroctomy instead. Dr. Bretton removed my kidney and ureter. Excellent communication with him and office staff before and now still after the procedure a year later. They are all professional and compassionate.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 18, 2024
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Go else where
Had procedure done there. Their equipment is very old. Had this done with another dr. And went much better. The wait times are long long long. Plus during procedure Dr brought in 2 interns to watch. Never asked me and I wasn’t even covered up for exam. Very degrading
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Sep 12, 2023
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Very Caring and very well trained
Dr. Bretton Diagnosed a cystic condition that required immediate surgery. He kept me well informed and ordered a number of specialized tests to zero in on the condition. He conducted the surgery and offered excellent after procedure care and communication. I was impressed with his training and concern for me the patient.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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L. J. L. – Jun 06, 2023
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Dr. Bretton
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Apr 11, 2022
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Dr.Bretton is amazing!!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 19, 2022
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The entire staff was very good at their jobs . I like Dr. Breton and I am very pleased with the quality of care I've received.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 30, 2022
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Love going there. They are timely, efficient yet I never feel rushed. Highly recommend them
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 03, 2021
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Dr Bretton is an awesome urologist!!! He makes one feel at ease & is very personable.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 10, 2021
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Dr. Bretton
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 26, 2021
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Had concerns about enlarged prostrate from my MRI. Primary care doctor thought it was a stat case. Called for 11 days with no response from anyone. I’m disappointed in ancillary personnel not responding due to Dr Bretton’s non response for scheduling. Finally went to another Urologist.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Oct 26, 2021
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Great job.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 05, 2021
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Dr Bretton has always had a clear, logical approach to my medical issues. He took my age into mapping how to proceed and it has worked flawlessly.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 03, 2021
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I liked Dr. Bretton's skillful assessment of my problem and what treatment is best for me. He went step by step with detailed explanation, pros and cons to help me decide if I choose surgery.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 03, 2021
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I was standing outside, looking a bit lost since this was my first ever visit here, a lady came outside to help me. The same mind set continued throughout my visit. Thanks to a great team.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 22, 2021
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Dr. Bretton was great.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 10, 2021
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Dr. Bretton front desk lady at greeting people coming in the medical assistant who gave me a shot was great
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 04, 2020
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Yes everyone in staff
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Nov 13, 2020
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Dr Bretton
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Oct 05, 2020
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Dr Bretton is an excellent and compassionate doctor. I first met Dr Bretton when I went to the ER In intense pain with a large kidney stone that wouldn’t pass. He surgically removed it. I had no problems. At this time he noticed I had a slightly elevated PSA. I had a 10 stick prostate biopsy that was benign. Over the next two years my Psi continued to slowly rise so he ordered a MRI that showed two small suspicious spots that he later biopsies. There was a very small slow growing tumor of Gleason scale 2. I couldn’t have asked for a better urologist that is also a oncologist. I trust him with my life.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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Mar 23, 2020
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  • Urologic Oncology

  • Urology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Florida

    Medical School, 1982
  • University Of Florida College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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Dr. Bretton is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Lpg Urology-Fort Myers12651 Whitehall Dr Fort Myers, FL 33907
    1
    Lee Health Urology Surgery Center12631 Whitehall Dr Fort Myers, FL 33907
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Lee Memorial Hospital

      2776 Cleveland Ave
      Fort Myers, FL 33901
      Recipient of 27
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Gulf Coast Medical Center

      13681 Doctors Way
      Fort Myers, FL 33912
      Recipient of 31
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Cape Coral Hospital

      636 Del Prado Blvd S
      Cape Coral, FL 33990
      Recipient of 26
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality