Zachariah G. Goldsmith, MD, Doctor of Philosophy (PHD)
Urology
4.9 out of 5
(222)
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St. Luke's Center for Urology - Easton
Welcome to St. Luke’s Center for Urology! I am passionate about getting to know my patients. My patient care philosophy is to provide an individualized approach, by offering the most advanced high quality medical and surgical options tailored to each patient’s needs.
My particular areas of expertise are urologic oncology (kidney, prostate and bladder cancer), complex kidney stone disease and voiding dysfunction in men (BPH, or enlarged prostate). I am highly trained and experienced in minimally invasive urologic surgery including robotics, laparoscopy and advanced endoscopy. I also specialize in minimally invasive outpatient treatment for BPH (enlarged prostate). I have been certified as one of Pennsylvania’s first Center of Excellence physicians for the UroLift procedure.
I completed my urologic training at Duke University in Durham, North Carolina, where I was trained by some of the leaders in our field. I also completed a research fellowship in endourology (minimally invasive surgery and surgery for kidney stones). Prior to that, I completed the combined MD and PhD program at Temple University in Philadelphia, earning a PhD in molecular biology and cancer research. I have advanced training in robotic surgery, molecular biology of cancer, patient safety and quality improvement. My doctoral research was funded by the American Medical Association and the Pennsylvania Department of Health, and I have published over 20 peer-reviewed articles and textbook chapters.
Since joining St Luke’s Center for Urology in 2015, I have worked to improve our Network’s protocol for prostate cancer screening by creating an evidence-based clinical protocol through outreach and education with primary care physicians. I have also expanded our surgical services at the Anderson and Monroe campuses, having performed the first laparoscopic nephrectomy and percutaneous renal surgeries at the Anderson site. In addition, I have worked to improve our ability to diagnose prostate cancer by helping to establish a multiparametric MRI program.
I am also proud to consider myself a family man. I enjoy spending time with my wife and three children.
Medical School
The Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, 2009
Internship
Duke University Medical Center, 2009 - 2010
Residency
Duke University Medical Center, 2010 - 2015
Fellowship
Duke University Medical Center, 2011 - 2012
This provider has 80 total patient reviews
“I was VERY pleased with Dr. Goldsmith's advice and follow up.”
2/21/2024
“Everyone was professional , understanding, informative, absolutely satisfied with the visit, and the Dr. Goldsmith , as well as the office staff.”
2/17/2024
“GOOD_”
2/16/2024
“Dr. Goldsmith and staff were excellent!”
2/15/2024
“I don't think the visit could have gone better. The office and medical staff were friendly and efficient and Dr. Goldsmith was wonderful!”
2/2/2024
“All good, every question answered and a plan put in place. Very satisfied”
1/23/2024
“Dr. Goldsmith took time to discuss my best options for the next steps. He listened to my concerns and was willing to modify his recommendations based on the discussion. Ultimately, we decided to follow his recommendations with some slight modifications for my next steps.”
1/18/2024
“Dr Goldsmith is an outstanding physician. He has the best bedside manner of any Dr that I have ever seen. He puts me at ease immediately. He is positive and upbeat. His friendly approach allays any fears and concerns that I may have. And he always has a few alternatives to offer so I don't feel anxious about my prostrate cancer diagnosis. I am glad that I found Dr Goldsmith since moving to the LeHigh valley.”
1/12/2024
“Keep up the good work”
12/28/2023
“Dr. Goldsmith was great, personable, funny and very knowledgeable.”
12/27/2023
“The doctor and staff are truly helpful and so very kind. They put my mind at ease. They were so easy to talk to.”
12/26/2023
“Good experience”
12/23/2023
“Keep this guy. He's the best. Andhe is ALWAYS happy!”
12/23/2023
“Good”
12/22/2023
“Dr Goldsmith and all staff -- they know their stuff !!”
12/17/2023
“All good”
12/17/2023
“I's a very comforting felling to know that Dr. Goldsmith Is taking care of me.”
12/15/2023
“Dr Goldsmith is a excellent doctor and I love this doctor. I would not see anyone else.”
12/10/2023
“Dr Goldsmith is excellent physician who is kind, caring, and concerned about me as a patient. His knowledge base is excellent.”
12/10/2023
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“Dr. Goldstein was very friendly and explained my condition so I understood it and how to resolve it.”
2/24/2024