Provider
Zachary Klaassen, MD, MSc
Urology
Urologic Oncology/Robotic Surgery/MIS
Cancer Surgery
About Zachary Klaassen, MD, MSc
Dr. Klaassen was born in rural Canada and grew up in Vancouver, British Columbia. Following an undergraduate degree in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at Simon Fraser University, he attended medical school at St. George's University in Grenada, followed by clinical rotations and a research fellowship in the metro New York area. After completing his Urology residency in Augusta, he spent two years in Toronto as a Society of Urologic Oncology fellow, also obtaining a Masters of Science degree from the University of Toronto in Clinical Epidemiology. Away from the hospital, he enjoys spending time with his wife and three kids (preferably on a golf course). He is a rabid fan of college and professional sports, including hockey, golf, football and baseball.
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Clinical Interests
Dr. Klaassen is interested in the treatment of patients with urologic malignancies, including prostate, bladder, kidney, testis and penile cancer. He uses both open and minimally invasive (ie. robotic surgery) surgical techniques to treat his patients.
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Research Interests
Dr. Klaassen's research interests include:
1) Mental health and cancer survivorship
2) Clinical epidemiological aspects of urologic malignancies
3) Clinical trials
4) Translational research focusing on biomarkers for early detection of cancer and predictors of response to treatment -
Philosophy of Care
Dr. Klaassen believes in taking the cancer journey together with his patients and their families. He focuses on the treatment of not only the cancer, but other side effects of diagnosis/treatment, which may include physical and emotional aspects.
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Specialties
Urology
Urologic Oncology/Robotic Surgery/MIS
Cancer Surgery
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Language(s)
English
Credentials
Locations
Patient Reviews
September 10, 2024
Good experience.
September 5, 2024
Dr Klassen has been particularly helpful to me in dealing with treatment options. He speaks to me in a concerned manner using straightforward terms. He gives me confidence that his recommended courses of action are based on his considerable experience and are In my best Interests.
August 11, 2024
Dr. Klaassen is wonderful, best oncologist I could ask for.
August 4, 2024
Everything that went on was really good for speaking for me
July 5, 2024
Like my Dr klassen
June 18, 2024
So helpful and compassionate!
May 19, 2024
Good
April 30, 2024
I HAVEN'T HAD A BAD EXPERIENCE
March 24, 2024
Excellent interaction and care given.
March 6, 2024
I am pleased with Dr. Klassen. The problem is his support team is letting him down.
March 4, 2024
I thank God for the surgeon's kindness, knowledge and care. I was in better hands than with "All-State" so to speak. I had no bad experiences. Everything was positive.
February 22, 2024
Good
February 20, 2024
Since I have been coming to Augusta Facility all of my experiences have been very pleasant
February 18, 2024
ABSOLUTELY NO COMPLAINTS with the Dr.!
February 11, 2024
Dr Klaassen is so knowledgeable and professional. So glad to have him as my care provider.
January 30, 2024
Dr. Klaasen Is the best in his field and a brilliant person. I couldn't ask for better.
December 3, 2023
Klasseen is the best!!!
November 7, 2023
Outstanding with care and empathy
October 22, 2023
Our talk went well. Our concerns and decisions were taken care of.
October 3, 2023
Good
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