Michael Fabrizio, MD

Provider is directly employed by MedStar Health

Michael Fabrizio, MD, FACS is a board-certified urologist with over 26 years of experience in minimally invasive urology at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital and MedStar Health Medical Center at Lafayette Centre. Fellowship-trained in endourology, robotics, and laparoscopy, he specializes in minimally invasive treatments for complex conditions, including advanced prostate and kidney cancer, adrenal surgery, kidney donation, and kidney and ureteral stone disease.

A recognized pioneer in robotic and laparoscopic surgery, Dr. Fabrizio was an early adopter of robotic technologies and participated in the FDA trials for the Zeus Robotic system. His other contributions include creating one of the first laparoscopic radical prostatectomy programs in the country, a robotic-assisted prostatectomy program, and a laparoscopic kidney donor program. Committed to training the next generation of surgeons in minimally invasive techniques, he started a fellowship in endourology and laparoscopy, where 16 fellows and over 50 residents have been trained. His research interests include telemedicine, telesurgery, and advanced prostate cancer.

Committed to educating new surgeons, he started a fellowship in endourology and laparoscopy, where 16 fellows and over 50 residents have been trained. His research interests include telemedicine and telesurgery. He has been involved in over 100 clinical trials and is widely published.

Outside of clinical and academic work, he has contributed to several start-up companies focused on innovative healthcare technologies. For twelve years, he served as the CEO of Urology of Virginia, where he helped shape one of the country’s most innovative urology practices. His commitment to patient care has earned him numerous years of recognition as a “Top Doc” by Castle Connolly and Hampton Roads Magazine.

Dr. Fabrizio is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons, an NCI Investigator, past president of the Mid-Atlantic Section of the American Urological Association, an active member of the American Urological Association, the Endourology Society, and the Society of Urological Oncology. He served on the LUGPA health policy committee and the board.

Philosophy of care

“I practice compassionate care, treating every patient like a family member. I enjoy building long-term relationships with my patients and getting to know them.”