Dirk M. Bernold

Dr. Dirk M. Bernold serves as a Clinical Associate Professor (Voluntary) in the Department of Medicine's Hematology/Oncology division at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. He practices across multiple clinical sites including Sands Cancer Center in Canandaigua and Wilmot Cancer Institute locations in Geneva and Greece.

Board certified in both Oncology and Hematology, Dr. Bernold specializes in comprehensive cancer care with particular expertise in hematologic malignancies. His clinical practice emphasizes patient-centered treatment planning, clear communication of complex medical information, and compassionate management of cancer journeys. Patient feedback consistently highlights his exceptional bedside manner, thorough understanding of medical histories, and ability to explain treatment options in accessible terms.

With outstanding patient satisfaction ratings (4.9 out of 5 stars based on over 1,000 reviews), Dr. Bernold has established a reputation for excellence in clinical oncology. Patients frequently commend his ability to balance honesty about prognosis with hope, his responsiveness to concerns, and his collaborative approach to treatment decisions. His practice philosophy centers on including patients fully in care decisions while providing expert medical guidance.

Professional development includes:

• Medical Degree: Albert Einstein College of Medicine (2000)
• Residency: New York University Langone Medical Center / Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center (2000-2003)
• Fellowship: Hematology & Oncology, Mayo Clinic Rochester (2003-2006)

As an active clinician-educator, Dr. Bernold contributes to medical education through his voluntary faculty appointment while maintaining a robust clinical practice focused on delivering high-quality, personalized cancer care to patients across the Rochester region.