Dr. James Bresee, M.D. is a board-certified urologist who treats both benign and malignant urologic conditions, and is trained in advanced surgical techniques such as laparoscopy and robotic surgery for genitourinary cancers, microsurgery, and endoscopic procedures. Dr. Bresee graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in molecular genetics and received his M.D. from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He completed his surgical and urological training at the Beth Israel Medical Center.
Dr. James Bresee, M.D. is a board-certified urologist who treats both benign and malignant urologic conditions, and is trained in advanced surgical techniques such as laparoscopy and robotic surgery for genitourinary cancers, microsurgery, and endoscopic procedures. Dr. Bresee graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in molecular genetics and received his M.D. from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He completed his surgical and urological training at the Beth Israel Medical Center.
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Prompt on time and did not waste a minute! Explained the functions of organs well and the clinical process to monitor the PSA with a plan. Answered all my questions.
(4 days ago)
Apr-2026
Dr. Bresee has provided me with complete information regarding my health and recommended some new information that I may consider. As usual, he thoroughly delivered this information, leaving me without any questions. However, I do know I can reach him through the portal and expect a quick response from him.
(6 days ago)
Apr-2026
Fantastic provider. Absolute confidence in his care.
(2 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Superb, wonderful service! The best!
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Thank you for listening
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Am so fortunate to be blessed with having Dr. Bresee as my Urologist.
Thanks to him and the great staff.
(3 weeks ago)
Mar-2026
Straightforward and very informative, setting a plan for testing to nail the problem and not guess!!!
(1 month ago)
Mar-2026
Explains things and then asks for any questions. Friendly. Relates well.
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
Very approachable and helpful!
(1 month ago)
Feb-2026
He knows his stuff and he does a good job explaining what’s going on
(2 months ago)
Feb-2026
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NW Portland (Suite 210)
2230 NW Pettygrove Street Suite 210 Portland, OR 97210
Dr. James Bresee, M.D. is a board certified urologist who treats both benign and malignant urologic conditions, and is trained in advanced surgical techniques such as laparoscopy and robotic surgery for the treatment of genitourinary cancers, microsurgery for infertility, and endoscopic procedures for stone disease. Dr. Bresee believes in treating the whole patient and tailoring care to the individual. “Getting to practice medicine at NW Urology has been exciting and deeply fulfilling. Working alongside so many talented urologists helps cultivate a collective excellence you just can’t find anywhere else.”
Dr. Bresee graduated Summa Cum Laude with a degree in molecular genetics and received his M.D. from the University of Maryland School of Medicine. He completed his surgical and urological training at the Beth Israel Medical Center in New York where he participated on over two thousand procedures and received multiple awards, including the Award for Academic Excellence, the Research Award, and winning the New York sectional Chief Residents debate.
He has a love for teaching and has been involved in medical student and resident education, establishing and teaching two courses during medical school and winning the Albert Einstein teaching award as a resident. He continues to teach as a preceptor for OHSU medical students. He is published in Nature Reviews Urology and the Journal of Endourology.
When not working, Dr. Bresee enjoys spending time with his wife Nicole, who is his best friend, and their two beautiful, charming children.
Prompt on time and did not waste a minute! Explained the functions of organs well and the clinical process to monitor the PSA with a plan. Answered all my questions.
Dr. Bresee has provided me with complete information regarding my health and recommended some new information that I may consider. As usual, he thoroughly delivered this information, leaving me without any questions. However, I do know I can reach him through the portal and expect a quick response from him.
Fantastic provider. Absolute confidence in his care.
Superb, wonderful service! The best!
Thank you for listening
Am so fortunate to be blessed with having Dr. Bresee as my Urologist. Thanks to him and the great staff.
Straightforward and very informative, setting a plan for testing to nail the problem and not guess!!!
Explains things and then asks for any questions. Friendly. Relates well.
Very approachable and helpful!
He knows his stuff and he does a good job explaining what’s going on