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Dr. Laurence Baskin, MD

Dr. Laurence Baskin, MD

Pediatric Urology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Laurence Baskin, MD is a pediatric urologist in San Francisco, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES / CENTER FOR HEALTH SCIENCES in 1986. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and Marinhealth Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 14 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (14 reviews)

Spina Bifida Clinic

1825 4th St San Francisco, CA 94143
Telehealth available
(415) 353-2808

Care Philosophy

"Dr Laurence S Baskin is a urologist and an expert in genital development and reconstructive surgery. His focus is on providing care for the spectrum of pediatric urological conditions, including undescended testicles..."

- Dr. Laurence Baskin, MD

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Baskin specializes in the areas of Pediatric Urology & Urology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Baskin's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Baskin

3.1

14 ratings, 9 with a written review
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4 Star
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2 Star
7%
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 11, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
CA – Sep 29, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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jenn in tulare ca – Feb 22, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Arina in Oakland, CA – Jan 06, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Vitaliy Nevidomy in Daly City, CA – Jun 01, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
San Francisco, CA – May 27, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Olga in Daly City, CA – Apr 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
San Francisco, CA – Jun 28, 2016
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
San Francisco, CA – May 25, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Laurence S Baskin is a urologist and an expert in genital development and reconstructive surgery. His focus is on providing care for the spectrum of pediatric urological conditions, including undescended testicles blocked kidneys and ureters...read more

biography

Dr. Laurence S. Baskin is a urologist and an expert in genital development and reconstructive surgery. His focus is on providing care for the spectrum of pediatric urological conditions, including undescended testicles blocked kidneys and ureters...read more

  • Pediatric Urology

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  • University Of California At Los Angeles / Center For Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1986
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Pediatric Urology
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Urology
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Locations

Spina Bifida Clinic

Urology Clinic1825 4th St San Francisco, CA 94143
1

Fetal Treatment Center

Fetal Treatment Center1855 4th St San Francisco, CA 94143
2
Fetal Treatment Center744 52nd St # 3 Oakland, CA 94609
3

Vesicoureteral Reflux Center

Vesicoureteral Reflux Center1825 4th St # 5 San Francisco, CA 94143
4

Affiliated Hospitals

  • UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights

    400 Parnassus Ave
    San Francisco, CA 94143
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Washington Hospital

    2000 Mowry Ave
    Fremont, CA 94538
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    13% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Marinhealth Medical Center

    250 Bon Air Rd
    Greenbrae, CA 94904
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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