“My focus is on you, and my goal is to get you back on your feet fast. Whether your problem is minor or life-threatening, I’m here to see you through it. I always try to find the best solution and, often, that does not require surgery. For those with problems requiring surgery, I use laparoscopic technology to perform complicated procedures. State-of-the-art technology adds new finesse to surgery, yielding functional results not yet imagined with traditional methods. My patients benefit from smaller scars, shorter hospital stays, if any, and better results. In the end, I enjoy seeing my patients do well – there’s nothing better than that.”

Board-Certified: American Board of Urology
Fellowship: Prostate Cancer and Immunology of T-Cell Functions,
University of California at Davis, CA
MD: Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine,
Cleveland, OH
Residency: Urology, University of California at Davis, CA
Fellow: American College of Surgeons
Member: American Medical Association, American Urological Association,
California Medical Association, California Urological Association,
North Valley Medical Association
Hospital Appointments: Cancer Care Committee,
Shasta Regional Medical Center Governing Board;
Northern California Rehab Hospital Governing Board;
Tehama Surgery Center Medical Advisory Committee

Anthony M. Thijssen, MD, FACS
Wanting to be the best in my profession.
“My goal is to make lasting improvements in my patients’ lives and be the go-to guy who is respected for solving the most complex urological problems. This way, patients and doctors can turn to me knowing I can tackle their urological needs no matter how big or small. I chose urology because it involves a wide array of surgical problems while allowing me to maintain long-term relationships with patients. I get great satisfaction helping my patients understand their problems. It is important to be able to discuss and offer all treatment options available, both surgical and nonsurgical. If surgery is necessary, I offer the latest, least invasive techniques to return you to your normal life more quickly.”

Board-Certified: American Board of Urology
Fellowships: Neurourology, University of Ottawa, Ontario,
Canada; Reconstructive Surgery, Sunnybrook Medical Centre,
University of Toronto, Ontario, Canada
MD: Magna cum laude, University of Ottawa
School of Medicine, Ontario, Canada
Residency: General Surgery Training Program,
Urology Training Program, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
MBA: Executive Program, University of Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Fellow: American College of Surgeons,
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
Member: American Urological Association,
Ontario Medical Association, Canadian Medical Association,
American Medical Association, American College of
Physician Executives, California Medical Association,
Canadian Urological Association

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