4.4
11 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Robert Karnes is a urologist with specialized expertise in oncology and surgical oncology, bringing 29 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and completed comprehensive surgical training through multiple residency programs at Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education and Mayo Clinic College of Medicine from 1998 to 2003. His extensive training included a general surgery internship followed by advanced residency work in general surgery. Dr. Karnes communicates with patients in English.
Based in Rochester, Minnesota, Dr. Karnes focuses on treating complex urological cancers including bladder cancer, prostate cancer, and recurrent prostate cancer. He performs diagnostic procedures such as CT scans and specialized urological imaging studies like voiding cystourethrogram and cystography to help evaluate bladder and urinary tract conditions. Patients have rated him 4.4 out of 5 stars on average, reflecting …their confidence in his specialized cancer care expertise.
Read More Read less Based in Rochester, Minnesota, Dr. Karnes focuses on treating complex urological cancers including bladder cancer, prostate cancer, and recurrent prostate cancer. He performs diagnostic procedures such as CT scans and specialized urological imaging studies like voiding cystourethrogram and cystography to help evaluate bladder and urinary tract conditions. Patients have rated him 4.4 out of 5 stars on average, reflecting …their confidence in his specialized cancer care expertise.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 29 years of experience
- 18 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Surgery-General (Categorical) Residency Program Programs in Rochester Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
- 3 written reviews
- 4 specialties
- 15 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
Robert Jeffrey Karnes
200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905 Tel: (507) 284-2511
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Robert Jeffrey Karnes, MD | Gregory James Gores | Mrinal Mahesh Patnaik | David Alan Ahlquist |
| Urology | Gastroenterology | Oncology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 29 Years of Experience | 46 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 49 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Chinese, English, French, German, Spanish | Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish | Speaks Chinese, English, French, German, Spanish |
| Rochester , MN | Rochester , MN | Rochester , MN | Rochester , MN |
| Med School: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine | Med School: University Of North Dakota School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: Grant Government Medical College | Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Robert Jeffrey Karnes
Medical Specialties
Robert Jeffrey Karnes has the following 4 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Robert Jeffrey Karnes has the following 15 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Robert Jeffrey Karnes holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Surgery-General (Categorical) Residency Program Programs in Rochester Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in 2003 and Surgery-General (Categorical) Residency Program Programs in Rochester Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in 2002.
Internship
Completed their internship at Surgery-General (Categorical) Residency Program Programs in Rochester Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education Mayo Clinic College of Medicine in 1998.
Medical School
Graduated from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine in 1997.
NPI Number
Robert Jeffrey Karnes' NPI number is 1679569602.
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- Robert Karnes's office is located at 200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN, 55905.
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