Nicolas Muruve, MD
Primary Location
Cleveland Clinic Florida - Weston
- Appointment:
- 877.463.2010
- Desk:
- 954.659.5188
- Fax:
- 954.659.5189
Treatment & Services
- Clinical Trials
- Cystectomy
- Diagnostic Laparoscopy
- Kidney Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Radical Prostatectomy
- Rectal Exam
- Robotic Prostate Surgery
- Urology
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Benign Prostatic Enlargement (BPH)
- Facts About Bladder Cancer
- Hematuria
- Kidney Cancer
- Kidney Stones: Oxalate-Controlled Diet
- Penile Cancer
- Prostate Cancer
- Skin Cancer
- Testicular Cancer
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View All PlansAbout Nicolas Muruve, MD
Nicolas Muruve, MD, is an Associate Staff Physician in the Department of Urology, located on the Cleveland Clinic Florida campus, Weston, Fla. He was appointed in 2004, subsequent to serving as Director of Renal Transplantation at the University of Missouri, Columbia. Prior to that, he completed a research fellowship at Cleveland Clinic and a fellowship in renal transplant/renal-vascular.
Dr. Muruve is board-certified in urology by the American Board of Urology. His special interests are genitourinary oncology and renal transplantation.
Dr. Muruve received his medical degree from the University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada. He is licensed to practice medicine in Florida and Missouri.
He is co-principal investigator or co-investigator of numerous research trials, and has contributed several chapters to medical textbooks and journals in his field. He has presented at conferences and seminars in the United States and Canada. Dr. Muruve is a member of the American Society of Transplant Physicians, the American Urologic Association and the Canadian Urologic Association, among others. He received the Excellence in Health Education by a Physician award from the University of Missouri Health Sciences two consecutive years.
Education & Professional Highlights
Appointed
2003
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Cleveland Clinic
Renal Transplant/Renal-Vascular
Cleveland,
OH USA
1996
Residency - University of Manitoba Health Sciences Centre
Urology
Winnipeg, Manitoba,
1994
Internship - Mount Sinai Hospital
Rotating
Toronto, Ontario,
1989
Medical School - University of Manitoba Faculty of Medicine
Winnipeg, Manitoba,
1988
Certifications
- Urology
Specialty Interests
Kidney cancer, kidney stones, benign prostatic enlargement (BPH), PSA screening
Awards & Honors
- Excellence in Health Education by a Physician Award, University of Missouri Health Sciences, two years.
Research & Publications
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299 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Listens | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Knows Medical History | 4.8 | |
| Time Spent with Patient | 4.8 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.8 |
26 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Feb 26, 2019
Dr. Muruve was very easy to talk to and he provided detailed information in an easy to understand manor. He was very pragmatic in his recommendations. We discussed all my concerns to my extreme satisfaction. If the need should arise I will call on him again and recommend his services to those that need them.
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2019
Dr status board showed doctor was running 30 mins behind schedule but, I only had to wait 15 mins.
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2019
The nurse brought me to the exam room & said the doctor would there soon. He arrived an hour later.
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2019
I feel that more direct communication with Dr. Muruve would have been more beneficial for me.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2019
Dr. Muruve was outstanding. He answered all our questions and took his time to explain completely.
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2019
Dr Muruve is excellent in every way.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2019
great doctor and staff
Reviewed on Jan 28, 2019
Dr. Muruve was very professional and took the time to explain issues very clearly
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2019
Best Doctor I've even seen!
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2019
Dr Muruve is beyond knowledgeable & extremely kind.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2019
Dr. Muruve was great. Really liked his way about him. I have many doctors and he is right at the top with my friend Dr. Bush. Real nice guy too.
Reviewed on Jan 3, 2019
*Dr. Muruve is excellent. He is the only reason why I would recommend CCH to someone!
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2018
My first time seeing this Doctor and was very pleased with his manner,concern and help.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2018
excellent conversation with doctor
Reviewed on Sep 25, 2018
The Dr. was very personable and answered all of my questions.
Reviewed on Sep 24, 2018
the doctor was very detailed in his explanation, and his delivery given in language that was easily understood by someone without any medical background.
Reviewed on Sep 24, 2018
I sat in the exam room for approximately 1 hour before a staff member poked her head around the door and told me they did not forget that I was there. 15 mins later an intern came in , and 10 mins later the doctor came in.
Reviewed on Sep 18, 2018
Dr Muruve has being my urology specialist for aproximetely the last 5 years. Closed to two years ago I underwent to bipolar TURP. Dr Muruve is the best Urology Specialist that I know, and I am MD, doing palliative/hospice medicine, but IM specialist for many years. Excellent Specislist, Excellent Profesional. Able to address any problem with an excellent communication and art of caring.
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2018
dr maruve has the nicest people in the world working with him!!!!!
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2018
very patient and thorough physician. feel fortunate to have dr muruve
Reviewed on Jun 5, 2018
This was a follow-up visit for a biopsy and in these and prior visits I found Dr. Muruve and his team to be helpful and supportive. I communicated with Dr. Muruve and his staff via My Chart regarding questions and ordering blood tests and they were very responsive. My questions were answered patiently and respectfully.
Reviewed on May 18, 2018
Dr. called away for emergency surgery. I spent nearly three hours waiting and finally seeing DR.
Reviewed on May 18, 2018
Right now I can only giver you a Fair grade for "sensitivity". I was ready to walk out just as the Dr. came in. No one should be seated for 2-3 hours without food and in a fairly cold room...
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2018
Dr. Maruve is an excellent and caring physician. I have been going to him for years.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2018
I had a "one-off" operation performed by Dr Muruve. Overall, I would recommend him to family and friends. The hospital is 1 hr away by car so it is not convenient, but it works. Dr Muruve is a sympathetic listener and I like his "bed side manner"
Reviewed on Mar 15, 2018
*Dr. Muruve, staff and team were very professional and explained everything.