Dr. Sara Spettel, M.D. is a board-certified urologist her special interests include both female and male voiding dysfunction, kidney stones, urologic cancers and erectile dysfunction. Dr. Spettel graduated from the Drexel University College of Medicine and completed her urology residency at Albany Medical College and joined Northwest Urology soon thereafter.
Dr. Sara Spettel, M.D. is a board-certified urologist her special interests include both female and male voiding dysfunction, kidney stones, urologic cancers and erectile dysfunction. Dr. Spettel graduated from the Drexel University College of Medicine and completed her urology residency at Albany Medical College and joined Northwest Urology soon thereafter.
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Good Doctor
(3 days ago)
Sep-2026
Sara answered all my questions & concerns, but I felt a bit rushed.
(4 days ago)
Sep-2026
Reviewed my info pre appointment. Was direct and straight forward with her questions, and quick to answer my questions and address my concerns.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Clear communication and care plan.
(1 week ago)
Sep-2026
Does not make eye contact. She is out the door before I can ask questions. Minimal information given. NW Urology is lacking in patient care.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Always friendly and time efficient!
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Dr. Spettel is great! She knows what she’s doing. Explains things well. She is very nice. And she is kind. I am so glad I was referred to her.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
She’s very personable.
(2 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
A caring professional who considers all of my medical issues when helping me decide on treatment for kidney stones.
(3 weeks ago)
Sep-2026
Good Solid Spirit !
(1 month ago)
Aug-2026
SW Portland / St. Vincent Hospital
9135 SW Barnes Rd Suite 663 Portland, OR 97225
Dr. Sara Spettel, M.D. is a board-certified urologist who cares for a broad range of adult urological concerns. Her special interests include both female and male voiding dysfunction, kidney stones, urologic cancers and erectile dysfunction. She has been published nationally on several topics including urinary incontinence, videourodynamic testing, kidney stones, and markers for bladder cancer.
Originally from Oregon, Dr. Spettel attended Barnard College in New York for undergraduate studies and graduated from the Drexel University College of Medicine in Philadelphia. She completed her urology residency at Albany Medical College in New York and joined Northwest Urology soon thereafter. She has a special interest in the history of medicine, and won the 2010 Earl Nation Urologic History Award from the American Urologic Association for her research.
She finds a patient-centered approach to medical care is ultimately most satisfying for everyone, as well as the most successful. “The correct diagnosis and best plan of care aren’t helpful unless the patient understands it,” she explains.
Dr. Spettel is excited to have returned home to Oregon to practice medicine. Outside of work, she tries to spend the majority of her time unwinding and having fun with her kids and family.
Good Doctor
Sara answered all my questions & concerns, but I felt a bit rushed.
Reviewed my info pre appointment. Was direct and straight forward with her questions, and quick to answer my questions and address my concerns.
Clear communication and care plan.
Does not make eye contact. She is out the door before I can ask questions. Minimal information given. NW Urology is lacking in patient care.
Always friendly and time efficient!
Dr. Spettel is great! She knows what she’s doing. Explains things well. She is very nice. And she is kind. I am so glad I was referred to her.
She’s very personable.
A caring professional who considers all of my medical issues when helping me decide on treatment for kidney stones.
Good Solid Spirit !