Dr. Joseph H. Franks, DO | Santa Cruz, CA | Urology

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Dr. Joseph Franks specializes in urology, bringing three decades of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and completed his residency at UCSF Medical Center. Dr. Franks is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Franks practices at Dominican Hospital and Watsonville Community Hospital, with locations throughout Santa Cruz and Watsonville, California. He treats conditions such as fibromyalgia and leg pain. His expertise includes performing carotid artery ultrasounds and Doppler ultrasounds. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.8 stars.

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accepting new patients
4.8

20 Ratings
30 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Ucsf Medical Center
7 written reviews
1 specialty
8 areas of expertise
1 board certification
2 hospital affiliations
3 office locations
Male

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He did my prostrate op and it went outstanding. I'm very pleased with the outcome and generally liked him. A good Dr.

September 4th, 2018

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Great human being making him a fantastic dr. He's warm, sensitive, great listener, takes lots of time with me to listen and explain everything. He answers all my questions and offers alternative treatments. He invites me to be part of decisions and which treatments I want to pursue. I would definitely recommend him to anyone who really cares about their treatment.

February 3rd, 2014

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Capable, friendly, informative, focused

May 23rd, 2013

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Dr. Franks diagnosed my prostrate cancer and saw me through one of the most difficult periods I've yet to experience.He has consistantly been attentive throughout all the followup appointments. Thus far I'd have to say that his surgery was quite sucessful as My PSA has been negligable for 3 years now...

November 7th, 2011

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He did my prostate cancer surgery 5 years ago.Always has time to talk and does not get offended when I ask off the wall questions based on Internet research.Returns calls promptly. Friendly in a sincere way. And he says he is a Giants fan. We always chat about the team for a minute or 2.

November 2nd, 2009

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Dr. Franks provided exceptional care for the diagnosis and treatment of my prostate cancer. He was compassionate and competent. I work in the medical field and know from first hand experience that Dr. Franks is the doctor for the doctors in our community.

October 14th, 2009

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After intense pain in the small of my back and urinating blood, I rushed to a Hospital. I was examined and told that I needed immediate surgery to remove an egg- sized Bladder Stone. A friend said to go and see Dr. Joseph Franks. He quickly treated and cured me for a very large blood clot in my bladder in hours. He was right, and saved me a lot pain, money and grief. He is a really competent,intelligent and compassionate doctor.

September 28th, 2009

Palo Alto Medical Foundation Urology

2911 Chanticleer AveSanta Cruz, CA 95065

Tel: (831) 477-2350

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

Dominican Hospital

1555 Soquel DrSanta Cruz, CA 95065

Tel: (831) 462-7700

Watsonville Community Hospital

75 Nielson StWatsonville, CA 95076

Tel: (831) 724-4741


Dr. Joseph Hilary Franks, DO	Dr. Jay Shah, MD	Dr. Geoffrey Sonn, MD	Dr. David Mark Nudell, MD
Urology	Urology	Urology	Urology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.8 (20 Ratings)	4.5 (18 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.9 (13 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish		Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English
Santa Cruz , CA	Palo Alto , CA	San Jose , CA	San Jose , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California	Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons	Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla	Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine
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Accepts Medicare
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Urology

Bladder Issues
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Kidney Stones
Overactive Urinary Bladder
Prostate Cancer
Prostatitis
Urologic Emergencies
Vasectomy

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsf Medical Center

Medical School

Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern CaliforniaGraduated in 1996

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