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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Takes time to answer all my questions and concerns. Responds to patient portal messages within hours. Good listener and makes me feel confident in his care.
Jul-2025
Took the time to explain my options.
Jun-2025
Exceptional. Great work
Jun-2025
Dr. Bresee as a doctor and as a human being is simply the best. That also goes for his office and staff. Can’t thank you enough for your care!
Jun-2025
Doc hears what I said
Jun-2025
Seems friendly and knowledgeable.
Jun-2025
Prompt and friendly appointment. Dr. Provided good information and explained treatment progress.
May-2025
I highly recommend. Great doctor.
May-2025
Super visit, wonderful Dr
May-2025
Dr Bresee was paged to the OR to repair an accidental transection of my ureter. He visited me in the NCCU the following day and has been very informative and thorough in his treatment, as well as answered all of my questions.
Apr-2025
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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.
Takes time to answer all my questions and concerns. Responds to patient portal messages within hours. Good listener and makes me feel confident in his care.
Took the time to explain my options.
Exceptional. Great work
Dr. Bresee as a doctor and as a human being is simply the best. That also goes for his office and staff. Can’t thank you enough for your care!
Doc hears what I said
Seems friendly and knowledgeable.
Prompt and friendly appointment. Dr. Provided good information and explained treatment progress.
I highly recommend. Great doctor.
Super visit, wonderful Dr
Dr Bresee was paged to the OR to repair an accidental transection of my ureter. He visited me in the NCCU the following day and has been very informative and thorough in his treatment, as well as answered all of my questions.