Dr. Michael E. Franks, MD | Emporia, VA | Urologist

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Dr. Michael Franks treats prostate cancer, recurrent prostate cancer, and advanced or metastatic prostate cancer as part of his urology practice. He has practiced urology for 30 years and is affiliated with Chippenham Hospital, Henrico Doctors Hospital, and Johnston Willis Hospital. He earned his medical degree from the University of Maryland School of Medicine and sees patients in Emporia, Richmond, and Mechanicsville, Virginia. Dr. Franks speaks English and Spanish.

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accepting new patients
4.1

19 Ratings
30 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
University Of Maryland School Of Medicine
5 written reviews
1 specialty
11 areas of expertise
3 hospital affiliations
5 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr. Franks' Ratings and Reviews

4.1

19 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 11 Minutes

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I was nervous going in as a guy, but he put me at ease through each procedure and even got to the bottom of other issues I had medically. He makes you feel welcomed even after the appointment and you know he is in the fight for you.

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Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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November 22nd, 2021

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Thank you for the great treatment. Great knowledge and bedside treatment. Part of a great team !

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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September 9th, 2018

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I visited Dr. Franks for the first time after being recommended by a good friend. I feel lucky to have Dr. Franks as my doctor and taking care of my problem. Today is my lucky day...I would highly recommend Dr. Franks to anyone seeking an intelligent, caring urologist.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

May 17th, 2012

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My problem was very stressful and Dr. Franks is outstanding in clearly defining the problem and outlining a plan for treatment. I chose the right Doctor in Richmond after having problems finding a Urologist in Fredericksburg capable of such a difficult task. He has lots of experience, especially in using the DaVinci, had a video to show me what he was going to do and had me home in 3 days. A Doctor that pays a lot of attention to detail so the results are outstanding. I am blessed.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

January 14th, 2012

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I have been a patient of Dr. Franks' ever since he arrived in Richmond appx four years ago. He is an expert in bladder oncology (highly rated by his peers)and has a lovely manner to boot.You are lucky if you are his patient.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 19th, 2010

Virginia Urology Emporia

431 S Main StEmporia, VA 23847

Tel: (434) 336-9906

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Virginia Urology Stony Point

9101 Stony Point DrRichmond, VA 23235

Tel: (804) 330-9105

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Fri8:00 am - 12:00 pm

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Henrico Doctors Hospital

1602 Skipwith RdRichmond, VA 23229

Tel: (804) 289-4500

Chippenham Hospital

7101 Jahnke RdRichmond, VA 23225

Tel: (804) 483-0000

Virginia Urology Hanover Medical Park

8152 Pleasant Grove RdMechanicsville, VA 23116

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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Dr. Michael Edmond Franks, MD	Dr. Anthony Michael Sliwinski, MD	Dr. Robert David Brown, MD	Dr. Matthew John Bassignani, MD
Urology	Urology	Urology	Diagnostic Radiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.1 (19 Ratings)	4.4 (14 Ratings)	4.6 (5 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
30 Years of Experience	40 Years of Experience	42 Years of Experience	35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
Emporia , VA	Richmond , VA	Richmond , VA	Richmond , VA
Med School: University Of Maryland School Of Medicine	Med School: Georgetown University School Of Medicine	Med School: East Tennessee State University J H Quillen College Of Medicine	Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare
Accepts Medicaid

Urology

Bladder Issues
Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
Kidney Cancer
Kidney Stones
Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
Overactive Urinary Bladder
Prostate Cancer
Prostate Cancer (Prostatic Neoplasm)
Prostatitis
Urinary Bladder Cancer
Urologic Emergencies

Dr. Michael Edmond Franks holds an expired medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Virginia that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Maryland School Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Franks' NPI number is 1508839242.

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