Shore Physicians Group Welcomes Dr. Carl K. Gjertson, Expert Urologist Specializing in Robotic Surgery for Prostate Cancer
Shore Physicians Group is pleased to announce the addition of Dr. Carl K. Gjertson, a highly qualified and experienced urologist, to its team. Dr. Gjertson brings extensive expertise in utilizing robotic surgery to treat prostate cancer, offering patients advanced, minimally invasive treatment options.
Dr. Gjertson earned his M.D. from Columbia University’s College of Physicians and Surgeons in 2001, following his undergraduate degree in Molecular Biophysics and Biochemistry from Yale University in 1993. His distinguished career includes serving as an Assistant Professor of Surgery in the Division of Urology at the University of Connecticut Health Center since 2007 and leading the Urology Division at Saint Francis Hospital from 2014 to 2019.
Certified by the American Board of Urology, Dr. Gjertson completed his residency in urology and a specialized fellowship in laparoscopy, robotics, and endourology. He was recertified as a Diplomate in 2018, underscoring his commitment to providing the highest standard of care.
Dr. Gjertson’s expertise and leadership have earned him numerous accolades, including being named a “Top Doctor” in Connecticut and Hartford publications consistently from 2009 to 2024. He has also contributed significantly to the field of urology through research, authoring numerous peer-reviewed publications and presenting at national conferences.
In addition to his clinical and research contributions, Dr. Gjertson is dedicated to medical education, having served as Urology Residency Site Director and as a course director for medical students. His passion for advancing urological care makes him a valuable asset to Shore Physicians Group and its patients.
Dr. Gjertson is seeing patients at Shore Cancer Center, located across from Shore Medical Center. For more information or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Carl Gjertson, please call 609-365-6239.
