Robert Byron Osborne, M.D.

Dr. Byron Osborne joined the Urological Associates, Ltd. in July of 1990. Dr. Osborne received his medical degree from The Medical College of Virginia, where he also continued his surgical and urological training. He was certified in 1992 by the American Board of Urology and recertified in 2002.

Dr. Osborne is an avid golfer and a member of First Baptist Church. He and his family reside in Keswick.

Dr. Stephen E. Schmitz joined Urological Associates in 1975. After receiving a B.S. in pharmacy and a degree in medicine from the University of Minnesota, Dr. Schmitz continued his surgical training at The University of Southern California Medical Center. From 1969-1971 he served as a flight surgeon, Captain in the U.S. Air Force.

Dr. Schmitz completed his Urology training at the renowned Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. He was certified by the American Board of Urology in 1978. Dr. Schmitz and his wife reside in Western Albemarle County.

Dr. Julian Fagerli joined the practice in July of 2000. Dr.Fagerli, "Corky", is a graduate of James Madison University in Harrisonburg.

He received his medical degree from Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk. He received general surgery training at West Virginia University School of Medicine, followed by 4 years of residency with the Department of Urology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Dr. Fagerli is a Board Certified urologist.

Corky enjoys playing golf and spending time with his two beautiful daughters. Dr. Fagerli, his wife, Nicole, and daughters, Anna and Caroline make their home in Northern Albemarle County.

In July 2003 the group welcomed the addition of Dr. Mark Passarella, 1992 graduate of the University of Virginia. Dr. Passarella received a master's degree in Physiology and Biophysics, as well as his Medical degree Georgetown University.

He continued his surgical and urological training at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans. Mark received extensive laparoscopic training from one of the leading physicians in the field at Tulane University. Mark, his wife, Lisa and son, Bradley make their home in Charlottesville.

Dr. Claiborne "Chip" Whitworth, IV joined Urological Associates, Ltd. August 1, 2004. Chip is a native of Charlottesville and a graduate of the University of Virginia. He also received his medical degree from the University of Virginia Medical School. He went on to Richmond, Virginia where he attended The Medical College of Virginia.

After completing his urology training in 1996, Dr. Whitworth set up practice in rural Galax, Virginia. Dr. Whitworth was certified by the American Board of Urology in 1998. Dr. Whitworth and his family make their home in Western Albemarle County.

Gina L. Mitchell, PA-C joined Urological Associates in November 2004. Gina has 8 years of pediatric and adult urology experience. She was a Physician Assistant for a busy 2-urologist practice in Northern Virginia. She has a BA in rehabilitation and psychology. Gina received training in physical therapy pursuant to her BS Degree in Physician Assistant from Mountain State University. Gina will provide services in urodynamics, biofeedback, physical therapy, and patient education in the treatment of urinary incontinence as well as other general urological disorders and diseases. Gina is relocating to Charlottesville to be closer to family.

155 Riverbend Dr.
Charlottesville, VA 22901
Tel: 434.295.0184
Fax: 434.295.2463
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