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Dr. Michael Franks, MD

Urology*
4.9 (33)
Map Pin Small Richmond, VA
Accepting new patients

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. Michael Franks, MD

Dr. Michael Franks, MD is an Urology Specialist in Richmond, VA. They graduated from University of Maryland and is affiliated with Johnston-Willis Hospital and Chippenham Hospital. Dr. Franks, completed a residency at University of Pittsburgh. Patients rated Dr. Franks an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Franks works at Virginia Urology - Stony Point in Richmond, VA. They frequently treat conditions like Chronic Prostatitis, Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis and Prostate Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and have indicated that they accept telehealth appointments. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Dr. Franks' Office Locations

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    Virginia Urology - Stony Point
    9101 Stony Point Dr, Richmond, VA 23235 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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    Virginia Urology - Far West End
    1700 Mills Rd Ste B, Richmond, VA 23233 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions
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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Chronic Prostatitis
Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis
Prostate Cancer
Elevated PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)
Atrophic Vaginitis
Balanoposthitis
Bladder Cancer
Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
Chronic Cystitis
Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage II
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage III
Hydronephrosis
Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
Hypogonadism
Kidney Cancer
Male Sexual Arousal Disorders
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
Overactive Bladder
Peyronie's Disease
Polyuria
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Prostate Carcinoma
Pyonephrosis
Sexual Arousal Disorder
Sexual Disorders
Testicular Hypofunction
Urge Incontinence
Urinary Retention
Urinary Tract Cancer
Urogenital Candidiasis
Vaginitis or Vaginosis
Augmentation Cystoplasty
Bladder Surgery
Kidney and Ureter Removal
Nephrectomy
Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Prostate Biopsy
Prostate Cancer Screening Exam (DRE)
Prostate Removal
Prostatectomy with Robotic Assist
TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate) or Laser Destruction of Prostate
Urinary Stone Removal (Litholapaxy)
Uroflowmetry
Acute Bacterial Prostatitis
Acute Kidney Infection
Balanitis
Bladder Carcinoma
Blood in Semen (Hematospermia)
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage I
Chronic Kidney Disease Stage IV
Chronic Kidney Infection
Chronic Tubulo Interstitial Nephritis
Congenital Obstruction of Ureteropelvic Junction
Congenital Renal Agenesis and Dysgenesis
Epididymitis
Genital Warts
Horseshoe Kidney
Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Hydrocele
Irradiation Cystitis
Kidney Infection
Male Infertility
Neurogenic Bowel
Orchitis
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Paraphimosis
Pelvic Abscess
Penile Cancer
Phimosis
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Priapism
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Prostate Cyst
Psychosexual Dysfunction
Sexual Orgasm Disorders
Testicular Cancer
Testicular Torsion
Traumatic Acute Kidney Injury
Urethra Cancer
Urethral Stones
Urinary-Genital Tract Fistula, Female
Vaginal and Pelvic Prolapse
Varicose Veins Genital
Vesicoureteral Reflux
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Advanced Robotic Surgery
Bacteriuria Screening
Bladder Exstrophy Repair
Bladder Function Test
Bladder Scan
Chlamydia Infection Screening
Circumcision
Complete Nephrectomy With Robotic Assistance
Complex Penile Surgery
Cystectomy
Cystectomy with Robotic Assist
Cystometry
Destruction of Penile Lesion
Dipstick Urinalysis
Gonorrhea Screening
Herpes Simplex Screening
HIV Screening
Laparoscopic Destruction of Kidney Lesion
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Orchiectomy
Partial Cystectomy with Robotic Assist
Partial Nephrectomy with Robotic Assist
Percutaneous Destruction of Kidney Lesion
Prostate Cancer Screening
Renal Transplant
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
STD Screening
Syphilis Screening
Total Salpingectomy With Robotic Assistance
Trichomoniasis Screening
Ureteroneocystostomy
Vasectomy
Wound Repair
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    Ratings & Reviews

    4.9
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    About Dr. Michael Franks, MD

    Specialties*
    • Urology

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    Gender
    • Male
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    NPI Number
    • 1508839242
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • National Cancer Institute
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Pittsburgh
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Maryland
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • Urology
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    Hospital Affiliations

    • Johnston-Willis Hospital
    • Chippenham Hospital

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Dr. Michael Franks, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Franks is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Franks has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Franks works at Virginia Urology - Stony Point in Richmond, VA. View the full address on Dr. Franks’s profile.

    Dr. Franks has seen patients for Chronic Prostatitis, Chronic Bacterial Prostatitis and Prostate Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Franks on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    33 patients have reviewed Dr. Franks. The overall rating for this provider is 4.9. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Franks.

    Whether a person prefers to schedule an appointment online or over the phone with Dr. Franks, there are benefits to both methods. A person calling to schedule an with Dr. Franks appointment can ask questions about the practice, provider availability, conditions treated, procedures performed, and if their insurance carrier is accepted. While online scheduling is quicker, easier, allows one to view a wide range of appointment times, and may provide the ability to sync with a personal calendar.

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