Christopher Louis Runz, DO

Urology

UM Shore Medical Group

Available for Telehealth Visits

Languages: English

Gender: Male

Locations

University of Maryland Shore Medical Group Urology at Easton

490 Cadmus Lane
Suite 104
Easton, MD 21601
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PH: 410-820-0560

FAX: 410-820-0564

University of Maryland Shore Medical Group Urology at Queenstown

125 Shoreway Drive
Suite 210
Queenstown, MD 21658
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PH: 410-827-7635

FAX: 410-820-0564

About Me

Dr. Runz practices all aspects of adult urology, with a special interest in minimally invasive approaches in the treatment of urologic malignancy. His special interests include da Vinci robotic prostatectomy for prostate cancer and laparoscopy to treat kidney tumors.

In addition, he performs minimally invasive treatments for kidney stones; treats prostate symptoms (BPH), including REZUM steam therapy and treats men for low testosterone and erectile problems.

Dr. Runz completed his Bachelor of Science in chemistry from Union College in New York in 1993, followed by his medical degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine in Missouri in 1998. Dr. Runz then completed three years of general surgery residency at Michigan State University in Grand Blanc, Michigan, followed by a urologic surgery residency at Michigan State University in Detroit, Michigan.

Dr. Runz was certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery in 2007.

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Ratings and Reviews

The star rating is an average of responses to our patient satisfaction survey. Patients measure their experience with our providers on a scale of 1 to 5 stars, 1 being “Very Poor” and 5 being “Very Good.”  Learn more about the patient satisfaction survey.

4.8/5 stars
Overall
4.8
Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.8
Provider explained things clearly
4.8
Provider showed concern
4.8
Provider included you in decisions
4.8
Provider discussed treatment options

Patient Reviews (29)

We post all reviews unless they include profanity, are off topic or discuss other providers, or may risk the privacy of a patient.

  • Kind and great bedside manner

  • I was not impressed at my 1st visit and we had a personality clash. I like honest info even if negative and he tends to make light of situation that to me is serious. 2nd meeting was better since I understand him more. I'm sure he tries to make us feel better with jovial manner.

  • Dr. Runz, is a excellent doctor and very knowledgeable. He has been very helpful and understanding to my needs. Highly recommend him.

  • Good

  • Very impressive and friendly attention

  • Best darn urologist I've ever meant!!!

  • Good

  • All good

  • Dr. Runz was amazing! I really enjoyed talking to him and he took time to listen to all of my concerns. He explained things extremely well and I loved his confidence. I would highly recommend him to anyone.

  • Doctor Ruiz was overall rude and unhelpful. Interrupting me constantly and not listening. Acting arrogant and unprofessional

  • Very professional and very pleasant

  • He was in rush

  • Good

  • Very good

  • Good

  • Dr. Runz is one of the most intuitive and empathetic doctors I have ever encountered.

  • Dr. Runz has been very informative from the first meeting through the last visit, with more to follow in the future. I wish that all of my doctors were this thorough.

  • Dr Runz is a very good dr.

  • One of the best Dr. Interactions I have had.

  • Good

  • Provider sent me to his website for information to read.

  • Good experience

  • Dr. Runz is top notch as my care physician. He is attentive, treats you with dignity and respect always and I comopletely trust him. He is very pleasant and Extremely good at what he does. I was not nervous or uncomfortable at all. He explained everything in great detail in every step of the examination and referred me to another specialist for my issue, which I appreciate. I would always see him, as well as recommend him, for urinary issues.

  • Dr. Runz is an excellent, caring doctor. He listens carefully to my concerns and questions and has always made good suggestions about future testing and evaluations. I would recommend him unconditionally to my family and friends.

  • Excellent care!

  • Too rushed. Yes, it is true my results were positive, but little time was spent with me. I bet that appointment didn't last 3 minutes. Totally unnecessary visit. It should have been a phone call.

  • Very social

  • Felt any concerns I had were dismissed, physician kept returning to his agenda he had When he first saw my chart. Showed a little deviation from what his original opinion was and how he wished to proceed.

  • Felt rushed. Never got primary question asked - or answered.