Skip to main content
Alex Vanni, MD, Urology, Burlington, MA

Alex J Vanni MD

Trauma & Reconstructive Surgery


Professor of Surgery, UMass Chan Lahey Adjust Professor of Urology, Tufts University School of Medicine Director: Center for Reconstructive Urologic Surgery at Lahey Hospital and Medical Center

Join to View Full Profile
  • 41 Mall Rd# LaheyBurlington, MA 01805

  • Phone+1 781-744-2511

  • Fax+1 781-744-5429

Dr. Vanni is on Doximity

As a Doximity member you'll join over two million verified healthcare professionals in a private, secure network.

  • Gain access to free telehealth tools, such as our “call shielding” and one-way patient texting.
  • Connect with colleagues in the same hospital or clinic.
  • Read the latest clinical news, personalized to your specialty.

Summary

  • Dr. Alex Vanni is a urologist based in Burlington, MA, with subspecialties in Trauma and Reconstructive Surgery. He completed his medical education at the University of Colorado School of Medicine Anschutz Medical Campus in 2004, followed by a series of residencies and a fellowship focused on urology and trauma and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Vanni is the Director at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center since 2011 and has expertise in conditions like bladder neck obstruction, hypospadias reconstruction, and peyronie's disease, among others. His research has been published in reputable journals, providing insight into various urologic conditions and treatments. Dr. Vanni was recognized as "Young Urologist of the Year" by the AUA in 2017 and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

Education & Training

  • University of Washington School of Medicine
    University of Washington School of MedicineFellowship, Trauma and Reconstructive Urology, 2010 - 2011
  • Lahey Clinic
    Lahey ClinicResidency, Urology, 2006 - 2010
  • Lahey Clinic
    Lahey ClinicResidency, Surgery, 2004 - 2006
  • University of Colorado School of Medicine Anschutz Medical Campus
    University of Colorado School of Medicine Anschutz Medical CampusClass of 2004
  • Princeton University
    Princeton UniversityA.B., Molecular biology, 1994 - 1998

Certifications & Licensure

  • MA State Medical License
    MA State Medical License 2006 - 2027
  • WA State Medical License
    WA State Medical License 2010 - 2013
  • Urology
    American Board of Urology Urology

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Young urologist of the year American Urological Association (AUA) Young Urologists Committee (YUC), 2017
  • Fellow (FACS) American College of Surgeons

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Urethral Reconstruction with Rectal Mucosa Graft Onlay: A Novel, Minimally Invasive Technique  
    Leonard N Zinman, Alex J Vanni, Drew A Palmer, Peter W Marcello, The Journal of Urology

Authored Content

  • Insights into the Pathophysiology of Urethral Stricture Disease Due to Lichen Sclerosus: Comparison of Pathologic Markers in Lichen Sclerosus Induced Strictures Versus Non-Lichen Sclerosus Induced StricturesFebruary 2019
  • Optimizing Outcomes in Urological Surgery: Pre-Operative Care for the Patient Undergoing Urologic Surgery or Procedure12/10/2018

Press Mentions

  • Urethroplasty: Bulbospongiosus Sparing Dorsal Onlay Bulbar Urethroplasty
    Urethroplasty: Bulbospongiosus Sparing Dorsal Onlay Bulbar UrethroplastyMarch 1st, 2015
  • Updates to Incontinence After Prostate Treatment: AUA/GURS/SUFU Guideline (2024)
    Updates to Incontinence After Prostate Treatment: AUA/GURS/SUFU Guideline (2024)July 2nd, 2024

Professional Memberships

Viewing the full profile is available to verified healthcare professionals only.

Find your profile and take control of your online presence: