SALISBURY — TidalHealth is pleased to welcome Griffith Richard Davies Batstone, MD, to TidalHealth Urology in Salisbury, Md.
Dr. Batstone graduated from Downing College, Cambridge University in Cambridge, UK and received his medical degree from the University of Cambridge. He is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of England, a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and the Royal Canadian College of Physicians and Surgeons-Urology, completing both his internship and residency at Cambridge University.
Dr. Batstone has presented extensively and internationally on various urologic topics and is the recipient of numerous research grants for his studies on chronic prostatitis and benign prostate diseases. He is expert at Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate HoLEP (a minimally invasive BPH outpatient surgery suitable for any sized prostate including the remarkably large glands) having mentored surgeons learning this technique nationally and internationally at large teaching institutions.
Dr. Batstone joins TidalHealth having worked at Franklin Memorial Hospital in Farmington, ME from 2007-2024, where he was Chief of Surgery from 2019-2021, President Elect and Chairman of the Bylaws and Credentials Committee 2021-2023 and President of the Medical Staff from July 2023 until his departure. He also worked in Bangor, ME from 2012-2023. His medical career spans more than 30 years, and he is currently Vice President of the Maine Urological Association.
When Dr. Batstone is not treating patients, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Louise, and five children. They enjoy traveling, hiking, and socializing with friends. While at Cambridge, Dr. Batstone participated in rugby, tennis, and squash. He’s also an enthusiastic skier and swimmer and enjoys boating on the Chesapeake Bay.
Dr. Batstone sees patients at TidalHealth Urology located at 1664 Woodbrooke Dr, Suite B, in Salisbury. To schedule an appointment, call 410-912-6716.
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