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Dirk M. Bernold, M.D.

Dirk M. Bernold, M.D.

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

395 West Street, Suite 101
Canandaigua, NY 14424

Wilmot Cancer Institute

511 West Washington Street
Geneva, NY 14456

Wilmot Cancer Institute

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.

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-GME. 2001 - 2003

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

Education

MD | Yeshiva University Albert Einstein College of Medicine. 2000

Ratings & Comments

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Ratings

During this visit, did this provider spend enough time with you?

4.9 stars

During this visit, did this provider show respect for what you had to say?

4.9 stars

During this visit, did this provider give you easy to understand information about these health questions or concerns?

4.9 stars

During this visit, did this provider listen carefully to you?

4.9 stars

During this visit, did this provider explain things in a way that was easy to understand?

4.9 stars

Patient Comments

5.0 stars

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 stars

Already have recommended may times to others.

Jan 18, 2024

5.0 stars

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 stars

I would recommend Interlaken Oncology to everyone.

Nov 17, 2023

5.0 stars

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 stars

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 stars

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

5.0

I have already explained how satisfied I am with my provider and his team.

Dec 09, 2022

5.0

Excellent care.

Nov 20, 2022

5.0

I always feel at home at this office!

Nov 18, 2022

Dr Bernold has always been very caring and responsive - and available for questions-/even outside of appts. His staff is excellent about following up, scheduling, and providing information.

Nov 11, 2022

5.0

They have my respect of what they do everyday. Through treatments and check ups. Always, feel blessed.

Nov 10, 2022

5.0

Dr. Bernhold is a wonderful doctor, possessing all the skills that make him an effective, knowledgeable physician....one appreciated by his patients.

Nov 04, 2022

5.0

Dr Bernold is an excellent and knowledgeable oncologist. I always feel confident with his insight.

Nov 01, 2022

5.0

Dr. Bernold is WONDERFUL! He explains everything to me in lay terms and calms any anxiety I feel if/when meds aren't working. He always shows concern, compassion and expertise on my cancer journey. I know that everything he does for me is the BEST care I can receive for my issue. I always feel positive when I visit and when I leave the center.

Oct 28, 2022

5.0

I particularly liked when Dr Bernhold said I could have as much time as I needed. Great concern for the entire patient.

Oct 01, 2022

5.0

Very good care

Sep 30, 2022

Always great experience

Sep 29, 2022

5.0

From the very first appointment back In 2009 through the present, Dr. Bernold has always been focused on my care and cure. Although I would have preferred not to have the issues in the first place, I'm very happy that Dr. Bernold has been by my side -- listening, directly communicating, recommending, treating, and following up. Always respectful, caring, thorough, and advocating on my behalf. He would be at the very top of any rating scale you offered!

Sep 24, 2022

It is always a great experience

Sep 12, 2022

5.0

Highly recommend

Sep 11, 2022

5.0

When my cancer had progressed, Dr. Bernold gave me medication options and then calmly assured me that there are more treatment possibilities if needed. He is honest with me while still offering me hope. He's a very good oncologist and I'm grateful he's my doctor for this journey.

Sep 07, 2022

5.0

My options for treatment are always discussed at patient level of understanding.

Aug 21, 2022

5.0

As I said before, I consider myself very fortunate to have Dr. Bernold orchestrating my care as I go through cancer.

Aug 19, 2022

If someone else wants to do traditional medicine, I would definitely recommend Dr. Bernold.

Aug 12, 2022