Dr. Vincent G. Bird MD
Urologist
1600 Southwest Archer Road Room #N203 Gainesville Florida, 32610Rating
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Vincent G. Bird, MD, is a leading physician with the University of Florida, Department of Urology. The University of Florida Department of Urology has earned the reputation as one of the leading urology programs in the United States. Being a part of one of the leading urology programs in the US, Dr. Bird offers over a decade of experience to his patients and students; specializing in endourology, minimally invasive kidney surgery, and stone diseases. Dr. Bird obtained certification from the esteemed American Board of Urology in 2005, and has sustained several positions aside from his clinical practice. Dr. Bird speaks around the world to colleagues, including with the World Congress of Endocrinology, and has taught with the University of Florida and Miami. While teaching Dr. Bird was honored with several awards that demonstrated his exemplary work and achievements.
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Education and Training
SUNY Stony Brook
Suny At Stony Brook Hlth Sci Ctr, Stony Brook Ny 1995
Board Certification
American Board of Urology- Urology
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- Computer-assisted laparoscopic pyeloplasty: University of Miami experience with the daVinci Surgical System.
- Combining hand assisted laparoscopic nephroureterectomy with cystoscopic circumferential excision of the distal ureter without primary closure of the bladder cuff--is it safe?
- Endoscopic management of 10 separate fibroepithelial polyps arising in a single ureter.
- Frequency of ureteroscope damage seen at a tertiary care center.
- Conservative management of a splenic injury related to percutaneous nephrostolithotomy.
- Construction-related differences seen in ureteral access sheaths: comparison of reinforced versus nonreinforced ureteral access sheaths.
- Diagnostic yield of renal biopsy immediately prior to laparoscopic radiofrequency ablation: a multicenter study.
- Comparison of different extraction sites used during laparoscopic radical nephrectomy.
- Large stone burden in a congenital solitary pelvic kidney.
- Impact of preoperative ureteral stenting on outcome of ureteroscopic treatment for urinary lithiasis.
- Percutaneous nephrolithotomy and cystolithalapaxy for a "forgotten" stent in a transplant kidney: case report and literature review.
- Transperitoneal laparoscopic radical nephrectomy for patients with dialysis-dependent end-stage renal disease: an analysis and comparison of perioperative outcome.
- Living donor nephrectomy: University of Miami technique and current results.
- Flexible ureterorenoscopy and holmium laser lithotripsy for the management of renal stone burdens that measure 2 to 3 cm: a multi-institutional experience.
- Differentiation of oncocytoma and renal cell carcinoma in small renal masses (<4 cm): the role of 4-phase computerized tomography.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local, Regional, National, and International Public Speaking; Regularly Active in World Congress of Endocrinology -
- Associate Professor of Urology, University of Florida, 2011-2013, University of Miami, 2009-2011 -
Awards
- Exemplary Teach Award, University of Florida, 2011-2012
- Lifetime Achievement Award for Teaching, University of Miami, 2010
- Teacher of the Year Award, University of Miami, 2003-2004
Internships
- University of Miami Hospital and Clinics (General Surgery, Urology)
Fellowships
- University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics (Minimally Invasive Surgery)
Professional Society Memberships
- American Urological Association, Southeastern Section of the American Urological Association (State Representative for Florida), Florida Urological Society (Presdient, 2013-2014)
Articles and Publications
- 4 Book Chapters, 65 Peer Reviewed Articles, 80 Abstracts Published
What do you attribute your success to?
- Combination of dedication and hard work; also great mentors along the way and their guidance.
Hobbies / Sports
- Running Marathons, Spending Time with his Family
Favorite professional publications
- Journal of Urology
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