Robert M. Weiss

Robert M. Weiss is the Donald Guthrie Professor of Urology at Yale School of Medicine, where he previously served as Chair of the Department of Urology (1986–2011) and Interim Chair of Surgery (1999–2001). He is a physician-scientist specializing in pediatric urology and urologic oncology. His research focuses on bladder cancer therapy using nanoparticles for targeted drug delivery, signal transduction pathways in urologic diseases, and translational applications of nanotechnology. Dr. Weiss has authored over 300 publications and holds prestigious awards including the NIH Merit Award and Keyes Medal.

Education: MD from SUNY Downstate Medical Center (1960), MA (Hon.) from Yale (1976). Clinical interests include pediatric urology and bladder carcinoma. He has served on NIH study sections, as a Trustee of the American Board of Urology, and as an editor for journals like Journal of Urology. His research has been funded by NIH grants, and his lab pioneered nanoparticle-based therapies for bladder cancer.

Professional Affiliations: American Association of Genitourinary Surgeons, American Surgical Association, and Fellow of Timothy Dwight College, Yale. Notable honors include the Pediatric Urology Medal (AAP) and Robert M. Weiss Teaching Award from Yale residents. His work bridges clinical practice and innovation, emphasizing both patient care and scientific discovery.