Nitin K. Yerram, MD

Urologic Oncology, Urology • 2 Locations

4.7 out of 5,

Accepting new patients

HMH Urology Hackensack

360 Essex Street, Suite 403 Hackensack, NJ 07601

Phone

551-996-8090

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Dr. Nitin K. Yerram is a board-certified and fellowship-trained urologic oncologist who serves as the Co-Director of Urologic Oncology, the Director of Urologic Research and the Associate Program Director of the Urology Residency at Hackensack University Medical Center.

His surgical practice is dedicated to the treatment of cancers of the prostate, kidney, and bladder. Dr. Yerram is an expert in minimally invasive surgery, utilizing the da Vinci robotic platform for complex procedures such as robotic prostatectomy, partial nephrectomy, and cystectomy with urinary diversion.

He also specializes in innovative approaches like transperineal prostate biopsy, focal therapy for prostate cancer, novel therapies for non-muscle invasive bladder cancer, and offers bladder-sparing treatment options for eligible patients with invasive bladder cancer.

He earned his medical degree from Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, completed his urology residency at the renowned Cleveland Clinic, where he was selected as Chief Resident, and pursued an advanced fellowship in Urologic Oncology at the National Cancer Institute (NCI) of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

As Director of Urologic Research, Dr. Yerram is a prolific researcher and a national leader in advancing cancer care. He serves as the Principal Investigator for numerous clinical trials, giving his patients access to state-of-the-art treatments and technologies, including novel PET imaging, artificial intelligence diagnostics, and next-generation therapies for prostate, kidney and bladder cancer.

His contributions to the field have been recognized with prestigious awards, including the Prostate Cancer Foundation's "Thought Leaders of the Future" award.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is a Urologic Oncologist?
A urologic oncologist is a cancer surgeon who specializes in the urinary system. This includes surgery for cancers of the prostate, kidney, bladder, and testicles.

2. What are the benefits of robotic surgery for urologic cancer?
Robotic surgery is a minimally invasive way to perform complex cancer operations. It uses tiny cuts instead of a large one, which lets me see better and be more precise. For patients, this usually means less pain, a shorter hospital stay, and a much faster recovery.

3. I have prostate cancer. Does that always mean surgery?
Not always. For slow-growing or low-risk prostate cancers, we might just watch it closely with a program called "active surveillance." We will discuss all options to find the best path for you.

4. What is bladder-sparing treatment?
For some types of bladder cancer, this is a way to treat the cancer without having to remove the entire bladder. It uses a combination of treatments to kill the cancer cells while allowing you to keep your bladder.

5. How can I schedule an appointment with Dr. Yerram?
You can schedule an appointment with Dr. Yerram in Hackensack or North Bergen.

HMH Urology Hackensack
360 Essex Street, Suite 403
551-996-8090
HMH Urology North Bergen
7650 River Road, Suite 230
201-868-6755

Philosophy of Care

My approach to cancer care is deeply personal and driven by science. I believe that every patient's cancer is unique. That is why I use the most advanced tools available to understand the specific characteristics of your disease. This detailed information allows us to create a customized treatment plan together.

As a surgeon and a researcher, my commitment is to offer you the best possible treatment options, whether that is a state-of-the-art robotic surgery or access to a groundbreaking clinical trial. My goal is to provide expert, evidence-based care that gives you the best chance for a successful outcome.

Titles

Co-Director of Urologic Oncology, Director of Urologic Research at Hackensack University Medical Center.

Scientific Research Articles

Pubmed - Nitin Yerram, M.D.

Publications

Provider Information

Specialties

Urologic Oncology

Urology

Languages

English

Age groups seen

Adults

Adults Over 65

Hospital affiliations

Hackensack Meridian Medical Group

Palisades Medical Center

Hackensack University Medical Center

Education

National Institutes of Health, NIH

Fellowship, Urologic Oncology, 2021

Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Residency, Urology, 2019

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Medical Education

Certifications

Urology - American Board of Urology - 2023

Verified Reviews

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

4.7 out of 5

372 ratings,

67 reviews

5/19/2026

I was extremely pleased with this physician and his staff!

5/18/2026

I recommend Dr. Nitin Yerram 100% His practice really is good and close to the patient.

5/5/2026

Having a Urologist / Cancer Specialist all in one is fantastic. I'm worried about my condition however i know im in the best of care with Dr Yerram and Andrea, and their staff. Very professional and caring.

4/17/2026

very good experience in my medical needs ,I felt very comfortable with doctors and nurses.

4/1/2026

I transperineal prostate biohad mypsy performed by Dr. K Yerram at HMH after an elevated PSA result. My confidence to have this procedure knowing Dr. Yerram has an exceptional record in the prostate surgery, directed me to consult his expertise. His explanation with me on the procedure was very simple done without any pain and home after 2 hours. The recovery was only 3 days with blood in the urine. After a week it's back to normal. I then had a follow up with Dr. Yerram and explained his recommendation based on the result of the decipher genomic test. Thanks God I was not recommended for further procedure as the cancer is very low risk. A monitoring is considered.