Steven B. Brandes
Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Steven B. Brandes

Urology
1 Pondfield Rd, 
Bronxville, NY 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
10
conditions
1 Pondfield Rd, 
Bronxville, NY 

Overview

Dr. Steven B. Brandes is a world-renowned expert and thought leader in urologic reconstructive surgery. He is currently Chief of Reconstructive Urologic Surgery at New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center. Dr. Brandes joined New York-Presbyterian after 17 years at Washington University School of Medicine and Barnes-Jewish Hospital, where he served as Chief of the Section of Reconstructive Urology, Urology Residency Program Director, and Director of the Reconstructive Urology Fellowship Training Program.

Dr. Brandes is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Urethral Stricture, Hypospadias, Neurogenic Bladder, Reconstructive Urology Surgery, and Ureteral Reconstruction.

Dr. Brandes is board certified in Urology and Urology — Urology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 87 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial.

Graduate Institution

Ichan School Of Medicine

Residency

Temple University Medical Center

Specialties

Urology

Licenses

Urology in IL

Board Certifications

Urology
Urology — Urology

Fellowships

Temple University Hospital

Hospital Affiliations

Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital
Edward Hospital
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
Edward Hospital

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Male

Awards

Top Doctors of America 2006, 2021
Charles Manley Urology Teaching Award: NY Magazine Best Doctors (Urology) of New York
AUA - Leadership Program Fellow
AUA-EAU International Academic Exchange Fellow

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Locations

NewYork-Presbyterian Medical Group Westchester
1 Pondfield Rd, Bronxville, NY 10708

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

1 Clinical Trials

ROBUST III - Re-Establishing Flow Via Drug Coated Balloon For The Treatment Of Urethral Stricture Disease - A Randomized Control Trial
ROBUST III - Re-Establishing Flow Via Drug Coated Balloon For The Treatment Of Urethral Stricture Disease - A Randomized Control Trial
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: May 19, 2026
Intervention Type: Device
Study Phase: Not Applicable

87 Total Publications

Urinary Diversion as Last Option After Failed Artificial Urinary Sphincter and Iatrogenic Devastated Bladder Outlet.
Urinary Diversion as Last Option After Failed Artificial Urinary Sphincter and Iatrogenic Devastated Bladder Outlet.
Journal: Neurourology and urodynamics
Published: September 08, 2024
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Steven B. Brandes is classified as an Elite expert for Urethral Stricture, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Steven B. Brandes specialize in?

While Dr. Steven B. Brandes is a Urology, they have specific expertise in Urethral Stricture, Hypospadias, and Reconstructive Urology Surgery. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Urology.

Does Dr. Steven B. Brandes participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Steven B. Brandes has published 87 articles and abstracts on conditions like Urethral Stricture. You can view a list of Dr. Steven B. Brandes's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

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Dr. Steven B. Brandes accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 914-750-4640 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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