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Dr. Robert Shapiro, MD

Dr. Robert Shapiro, MD

Urology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Robert Shapiro, MD is a urologist in Oceanside, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shapiro has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities Tri-City Medical Center and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4 Star Rating
Based on 35 reviews 4 Star Rating (35 reviews)

Practice

3609 Vista Way Oceanside, CA 92056
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(760) 637-2500

Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Shapiro's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Shapiro

4.0

35 ratings, 23 with a written review
5 Star
74%
74%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
3%
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1 Star
23%
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What went well
  • 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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Jan 04, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
AW – Jul 22, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Billy L. Johnson – Jun 23, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Barnet Jacobs – May 12, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • 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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Very Grateful Patient Serg – May 08, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
peter M – May 05, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Paul – Apr 29, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
GP – Apr 21, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Todd Belzner – Apr 09, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
James Grignon – Mar 25, 2022
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What went well
  • 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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Fixed – Mar 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Tim S – Mar 17, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
Helpful
Mar 15, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Dean Meadors – Feb 19, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 04, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Nov 21, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Oct 08, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • 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
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Steve Kanefsky in Scottsdale, Arizona – Jan 11, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Scottsdale, AZ – Aug 31, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Robert Shapiro, MD is a urologist in Oceanside, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Shapiro has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from University of Michigan Medical School in 1991....read more

  • Urology

  • General Surgery

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

  • University Of Michigan / Ann Arbor

    Undergraduate School

  • University Of Washington

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • Va Mason Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • Virginia Mason Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1993

  • University Of Michigan Medical School

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Dr. Shapiro is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Practice

    North Coast Urology3609 Vista Way Oceanside, CA 92056
    1

    Practice

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    2

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    Kenneth M Piper Family Health Center9007 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85260
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

      354 Santa Fe Dr
      Encinitas, CA 92024
      Recipient of 26
      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.

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

      4% higher than the national average

      79%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Tri-City Medical Center

      4002 Vista Way
      Oceanside, CA 92056
      Recipient of 3
      hospital awards

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      73%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      3% lower than the national average

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