Dr. Peter Black

Dr. Peter Black, MD, FRCSC

Dr. Peter Black is a urologist at Vancouver Prostate Centre, University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada. He is known for bladder cancer.

Dr. Black is a urologic oncologist and senior scientist at the Vancouver Prostate Centre and a professor of urologic sciences at the University of British Columbia. His research studies the molecular types of bladder cancer and how they predict response to chemotherapy and immunotherapy.

About Dr. Peter Black – Profile Identity

• Full Name: Peter Black, MD, FRCSC
• Credentials: MD, FRCSC
• Specialty: Urology
• Subspecialty and Expertise: Bladder cancer; urologic oncology; translational research
• Current Role: Professor, Department of Urologic Sciences, University of British Columbia; Senior Research Scientist, Vancouver Prostate Centre
• Years in Practice: Career dates are being confirmed from the official profile
• Languages: English and German (confirm with the office)
• Gender: Male
• New Patients: Not confirmed; ask the office when you request an appointment
• Telehealth: Not confirmed on the public profiles reviewed; ask the office whether virtual visits are offered
• NPI: Not applicable (NPI numbers are issued only to US providers)

Address & Contact

• Practice: Vancouver Prostate Centre, University of British Columbia
• Address: Vancouver Prostate Centre, 2660 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC V6H 3Z6, Canada
• Phone: 604-875-4111 (Vancouver General Hospital main line)
• Fax and Email: No public fax or professional email listed on the profiles reviewed
• Website: ubc.ca
• Appointments: Referral from a family doctor or specialist is usually needed; BC Medical Services Plan covers insured services
• Office Hours: Clinic days vary; confirm with the office

Specialties & Education

Conditions treated, procedures and areas of expertise listed in public professional profiles for Dr. Peter Black:

• Non-muscle-invasive and invasive bladder cancer
• Radical cystectomy
• Upper tract urothelial cancer
• Prostate and kidney cancer

Education and training:

• Medical School, Residency and Fellowship: Institutions and dates are listed on his UBC profile and are being confirmed

Certifications, License & Affiliations

• Specialist Certification: Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC) in urology
• Medical License: Licensed to practice medicine; confirm current status with the provincial College of Physicians and Surgeons register
• Hospital and Academic Affiliations: Vancouver General Hospital; Vancouver Coastal Health; University of British Columbia

Insurance

Insured hospital and physician services are covered by the provincial health plan for eligible residents, usually with a referral from a family doctor. Out-of-province and international patients should ask the hospital’s billing office before the visit. No private plan list is published for Dr. Peter Black.

Fees

No consultation fee applies to insured residents. Uninsured or international patients are billed by the hospital; request an estimate in advance.

Professional Information

• Research on molecular subtypes of bladder cancer
• Leadership in Canadian and international bladder cancer trials

Reviews & Ratings

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Verification

• University of British Columbia / Vancouver Prostate Centre profile
• College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia register
• Profile compiled October 1, 2026. Details marked as being confirmed should be checked against the official sources above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Peter Black known for?

Dr. Peter Black is known for bladder cancer.

Where does Dr. Peter Black practice?

He practices at Vancouver Prostate Centre, University of British Columbia in Vancouver, Canada.

What conditions does Dr. Peter Black treat?

He focuses on bladder cancer and other urologic cancers.

How can I book an appointment with Dr. Peter Black?

Use the Book An Appointment button on this page to send a request, then confirm the location, referral needs and availability with Vancouver Prostate Centre, University of British Columbia before you visit.

Find MD Health Disclaimer

Provider location, specialty information, insurance participation, and availability may change. Confirm current details directly with Vancouver Coastal Health.