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Dirk M. Bernold, M.D.

Dirk M. Bernold, M.D.

Hematology & Oncology , Cancer

4.9 out of 5 stars
UR Medicine Faculty The University of Rochester Medical Faculty Group (URMFG) consists of over 900 specialist and primary care providers spanning 19 departments. URMFG is certified by the National Committee for Quality Assurance.
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Locations

Sands Cancer Center - Canandaigua

395 West Street, Suite 101
Canandaigua, NY 14424

Wilmot Cancer Institute - Greece

155 Bellwood Drive
Rochester, NY 14606

About Me

Dr. Bernold earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, NY. He completed his residency at New York University/Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, in New York, New York. He completed his oncology and hematology fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.
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Dr. Bernold earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine in Bronx, NY. He completed his residency at New York University/Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, in New York, New York. He completed his oncology and hematology fellowship at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN.
Dr. Bernold is board certified in Oncology and Hematology.

Certified Specialties

Hematology - American Board of Internal Medicine

Medical Oncology - American Board of Internal Medicine

Faculty Appointments

Clinical Associate Professor (Voluntary) - Department of Medicine, Hematology/Oncology (SMD)

Credentials

Residency & Fellowship

Fellowship, Hematology & Oncology, Mayo Foundation Rochester. 2003 - 2006

Residency, Internal Medicine, New York University Langone Medical Center. 2001 - 2003

Internship, Internal Medicine, New York University Langone Medical Center. 2000 - 2001

Education

MD | Albert Einstein College of Medicine. 2000

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

Care provider's discussion of any proposed treatment (options, risks, benefits, etc.)

4.8 stars

Likelihood of recommending this care provider to others

4.9 stars

Explanations the care provider gave you about your problem or condition

4.9 stars

Care provider's efforts to include you in decisions about your care

4.9 stars

Concern the care provider showed for your questions or worries

4.9 stars

Patient Comments

5.0 stars

They are always forthcoming with information

Oct 31, 2025

5.0 stars

Dr Bernold was fantastic - instantly put me at ease and if there had been a more serious problem I think he would have been a good doctor to help me through. I wish all my doctors had as good bedside manner. [...]

Oct 24, 2025

5.0 stars

Very good

Oct 05, 2025

5.0 stars

Would recommend this facility to anyone in need of their services.

Oct 04, 2025

5.0 stars

Excellent provider

Oct 03, 2025

5.0 stars

Comes to examining room prepared and ready to go.

Sep 22, 2025

5.0 stars

I have never had a bad experience with any of my care providers. They are professional, thorough and very capable of doing their job.

Sep 22, 2025

5.0 stars

Always outstanding care

Sep 10, 2025

5.0 stars

My Dr.s and P A.'s are very attentive to all my needs

Aug 28, 2025

5.0 stars

Would recommend this facility to anyone that would benefit from the services.

Aug 16, 2025

5.0

The whole time we have been involved with this practice we have found everyone to be very helpful, positive and friendly!

Aug 12, 2025

4.4

First time we met but he was very personable. Explained everything and he was very friendly

Jul 14, 2025

5.0

Very understandable explanations for me.

Jul 12, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bernold is incredible! He's direct and includes me in everything. I feel he respects me without being condescending or patronizing. I trust him with my life, literally. He was recommended to me years ago by Dr. Asbury who was also a super star! Dr. Bernold always has my best interest in mind whenever I need him.

Jul 12, 2025

5.0

The staff at Bellwood Dr location is fantastic , in my opinion. Love it there !

Jul 06, 2025

5.0

The nurses and Doctors have kept me from going to the hospital many times with their excellent care.I highly reccomend this practice very much...Excellent care

Jul 05, 2025

5.0

Our first meeting was absolutely great. We will see him again and I am sure it will go even better

Jul 05, 2025

5.0

Cancer is the worst.To survive it is the best.Those that choose to help you win the battle can't be praised enough.They are very special people.I hope they get the appropriate recognition when they get to heaven and they surely will get to heaven.

Jun 29, 2025

5.0

Dr. Bernold and staff are the best, we are lucky to have them.

Jun 15, 2025

5.0

Excellent

May 24, 2025

5.0

Dr Bernold easy to talk to easy to follow seem concerned about you very good

May 11, 2025

4.0

Very helpful

May 06, 2025

5.0

Good

May 05, 2025

5.0

Good

Apr 15, 2025

3.4

Always has an excellent experience with Dr. Bernold and his staff. [...]

Mar 27, 2025

4.8

Very good

Mar 24, 2025

5.0

Would recommend Dr. Bernold to anyone. He is wonderful and listens to his patients

Mar 09, 2025

5.0

Dr Bernold....shows genuine concern and understanding regarding my health challenges. Has great patient doctor personality and very thourough...Actually look forward to seeing him.

Mar 01, 2025

5.0

Very happy

Jan 31, 2025

5.0

I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Bernold and his staff to a family member or a friend.

Jan 18, 2025

5.0

Oncologist was well informed about the results of the CT scan. He answered questions too.

Dec 20, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bernold is an A+ physician in terms of both technical knowledge and bedside manner. He's truly outstanding and deserves whatever praise and rewards he can receive.

Dec 07, 2024

5.0

Had both PA Janisa and Dr. Bernold. Both were great. Scary time for me so very helpful to have such good experience with my docs

Nov 17, 2024

5.0

I can't say enough about the consistent loving care

Oct 09, 2024

5.0

Highly recommend

Sep 29, 2024

5.0

Thank u for all your care and concerns over my condition

Sep 28, 2024

5.0

PA was very nice and helpful. A great listener.

Sep 21, 2024

5.0

Dr Bernhold is probably the best physician I have interacted with in my life (I'm 74 years old). He's knowledgeable, communicative, and has an outstanding bedside manner. A+ rating.

Sep 15, 2024

5.0

Excellent

Aug 30, 2024

5.0

I have never had a concern about anything or anyone in this place

Jul 25, 2024

5.0

Everyone is always helpful

Jul 24, 2024

5.0

Good

Jul 23, 2024

5.0

I can old praise Dr. Bernold enough. I have told others how impressed with him. I have total confidence that his ability to manage my medical condition

Jul 21, 2024

3.9

He continued to ask questions about a previous cancer and why take the meds that I took. That's what was prescribed.

Jun 15, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bernold always treats me with respect and knows my strengths and weaknesses.

Jun 07, 2024

5.0

I felt very relieved with my discussion with my care provider.

May 27, 2024

5.0

Average

May 18, 2024

5.0

He is an exceptional Specialist in his field

Mar 24, 2024

5.0

I have already given Dr Bernold's name to a few people already.

Mar 12, 2024

5.0

Great care at this office- I realize I am not getting regular chemo infusions and just come in every 3 months now for bloodwork and checkup- they have taken food care of me.

Mar 09, 2024

5.0

Dr. Bernold genuinely cares for his patients

Feb 24, 2024

Dr Bernold is a faithful, smart, and caring doctor. He uses all of his knowledge and resources to help me achieve the highest and longest quality of life. He considers how I am feeling and what is most important to me in his treatment options/plan. I am very grateful he is handling my case.

Jan 24, 2024

5.0

Already have recommended may times to others.

Jan 18, 2024

5.0

He made me feel like I could trust him. That's very important to me.

Dec 09, 2023

Good experience

Dec 04, 2023

5.0

I would recommend Interlaken Oncology to everyone.

Nov 17, 2023

5.0

Dr Bernold has done an excellent job of trying to manage a rare, difficult diagnosis. He has been honest, direct, caring, and understanding of the whole situation. He has included me in decisions. He is attentive to my concerns.

Nov 10, 2023

5.0

My first visit with Dr. Bernold and he and his team get 10s across the board! Very professional and patient. I very much appreciative of how he explained my condition and concerns.

Nov 08, 2023

Provider seemed hurried [...]

Oct 21, 2023

5.0

He is always completely informed, helpful, and upbeat in his manner. Excellent "bedside manner"

Oct 19, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bernold is the best. We have recommended him to others and would continue to do so.

Sep 07, 2023

5.0

I see various Doctors both here and in Florida. They are by far superior at Wilmont and Uof R in my opinion.

Aug 10, 2023

5.0

Already have recommended.

Jul 11, 2023

5.0

There should be an "Excellent" on the scale above. I'd choose that as the answer for every statement above.I value and trust Dr. Bernold.

Jul 05, 2023

5.0

Very nice man, thorough yet understanding. Professional, intelligent, considerate, and caring.

Jun 30, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bernold and all the staff were wonderful!

Jun 23, 2023

5.0

He's the best!

May 24, 2023

5.0

Dr Bernold cares about me and includes me in all his decisions. He looks ahead at what I need to handle any reaction my treatment hits me with. He is the best!!

Apr 28, 2023

5.0

Very good

Apr 20, 2023

5.0

Excellent on all of the above and more: on time, respectful, concerned and caring, listens well, explains well, and knows medical history like the back of his hand.

Apr 16, 2023

5.0

Would hope to NOT have to recommend someone for cancer treatment, but Sands Cancer Center would be at the top of my list if I did have to refer someone

Mar 23, 2023

5.0

My oncologist, Dr. Bernold, explains everything as clearly as possible. He never gives me false hope, but never takes away my hope. He is an incredible, knowledgeable, compassionate, professional doctor. He knows me and cares about me. I am blest to have him on this journey with me.

Mar 10, 2023

5.0

He helped save me from a severe allergic reaction. He helped me stay calm and he got me through one of the scariest moments in my life.

Mar 07, 2023

I have only praise for the entire team

Feb 02, 2023

5.0

I have recommended Dr Bernold

Feb 01, 2023

5.0

Dr. Bernold has been treating me for years. He is very upbeat and personable to talk with. He assures me my treatments are going well. I feel very well taken care of .

Jan 26, 2023

5.0

I would recommend Dr. Dirk Bernold to anyone who has a need for an oncologist. In fact, I was his patient in 2013 through 2018 and now since 2021. He is the one I looked for when I got a diagnosis of MBC.

Jan 20, 2023

5.0

He was great. I was actually shocked that he knew so much about my medical history seeing as this was my first appointment with him. He was very gracious and informative. Liked him a lot

Jan 06, 2023