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.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 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

Office Location

Robert Jeffrey Karnes

200 1st St SwRochester, MN 55905
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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29 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Rochester , MNRochester , MNRochester , MNRochester , MN
Med School: Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: Martin-Luther-Universitaet Halle-Wittenberg Medizinische Fakultaet Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Robert Jeffrey Karnes

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Plan
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • PreferredOne
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Robert Jeffrey Karnes has the following 4 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Robert Jeffrey Karnes has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Kidney Stones
  • Oncologist
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Penis Cancer (Penile Neoplasm)
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Surgical Oncology
  • Testis Cancer (Testicular Neoplasm)
  • Urethral Cancer
  • Urinary Bladder Cancer
  • Urologic Emergencies
  • Urologist

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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What languages does Robert Karnes speak?
Robert Karnes speaks English.
Where is Robert Karnes's office located?
Robert Karnes's office is located at 200 1st St Sw, Rochester, MN, 55905.

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