Jake Brems, M.D.

Jake Brems, M.D.

Board Certified Board Certified

  • Urology
Annapolis Location Annapolis, MD
Waldorf Location Waldorf, MD
Towson Location Towson, MD
Columbia Location Columbia, MD
Baltimore - Harbor East Location Baltimore - Harbor East, MD
Rockville Location Rockville, MD
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Patient Testimonial
Dr. Shin has helped us so much in the 13 years we have known him. I’m happy he is doing what he loves in fertility.

Dr. Shin’s straightforward and honest approach was so refreshing as he grasped my personal situation. He was one of, if the not the most, professional and personable doctor I have ever seen.

Dr. Shin was very knowledgeable as well as extremely supportive and accommodating – everything anyone could hope for in a doctor.

I made an appointment with Dr. Shin at the referral of a urologist. During the visit, it was clear that he is a leading authority in the field of reproductive medicine and infertility.

After our last urologist experience I was nervous, but was put at ease immediately after meeting Dr. Shin. He was kind, easy to talk to, and did not rush us!

Dr. Shin did an exceptional job of taking the time to explain things to me in detail. It’s very nice to have that kind of encounter and not feel like you’re being rushed out for the next patient.

Dr. Shin was hands down one of the best doctors I’ve ever had the pleasure of dealing with. Dr. Shin took the time to address all my concerns, and he did so with excellent bedside manner.

Biography

Jake Brems, M.D., brings specialized urologic care in male infertility to patients across our Maryland locations. Dr. Brems focuses exclusively on male infertility, including men who have had a vasectomy and men with no sperm following prior cancer treatment. Prior to joining Shady Grove Fertility, Dr. Brems was the West Regional Medical Director for Posterity Health.

Dr. Brems completed his urology residency at Georgetown University Hospital and Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C., followed by a fellowship in male infertility at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. His research has examined severe oligospermia, intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI) outcomes for male factor infertility, and the role of male dietary patterns in in vitro fertilization (IVF) success. 

Dr. Brems is Board Certified in urology and a member of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine, the American Urological Association, and the Society for Male Reproduction and Urology. He works closely with men navigating vasectomy reversal, cancer-related infertility, and other complex diagnoses, helping every patient and their partner understand the options available to them. 

Outside the clinic, Dr. Brems is a former college athlete who stays active with his wife and daughter, whether hiking, skiing, or taking a walk around the neighborhood. 

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Education

  • Residency: Urology, Georgetown University Hospital and Washington Hospital Center in Washington, D.C.
  • Fellowship: Male Infertility, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, North Carolina
  • 2021 Outstanding Performance by Urology Resident in Clinic 2016
  • William Maxted Award for Outstanding Medical Student Performance in Urology 2015
  • Gold Humanism Honor Society
  • American Society for Reproductive Medicine
  • American Urological Association
  • Society for Male Reproduction and Urology
  • Society for the Study of Male Reproduction
  • 2026 Brems JA, Coward RM. Expert approach to severe oligospermia in a patient with prior cryptorchidism and in vitro fertilization failure. F S Rep. 2026 Apr 2;7(3):177-179.
  • 2025 Gigg M, Paulson RJ, Brems JA, Coward RM, Schlegel PN. Intracytoplasmic sperm injection alone is the most efficacious, effective, and efficient treatment for couples with male factor infertility. Fertil Steril. 2025 Apr;123(4):574-580.
  • 2022 Brems J, Coward RM. The forest and the trees-the importance of male dietary patterns extends beyond in vitro fertilization outcomes. Fertil Steril. 2022 Feb;117(2):313-314.
  • 2022 Demzik A, Ehlers M, Brems J, Figler BD. Penile Plication for Peyronie’s Disease: The Iterative 8 Dot Technique. Urology. 2022 Mar 15:S0090-4295(22)00224-2
  • 2021 Goldman CC, Dall CP, Sholklapper T, Brems J, Kowalczyk K. Complex space of Retzius lymphocele resulting in iliac compression and submassive pulmonary embolism after robotic Retzius sparing prostatectomy. Urol Case Rep. 2021;36:101598.
  • 2020 O’Connor LP, Lebastchi AH, Brems J, Wang AZ, Linehan WM, Ball MW. Salvage Robotic Transmesenteric Off-Clamp Partial Nephrectomy after Multiple Prior Open Kidney Surgeries. Urol Case Rep. 2020;30:101135.
  • 2019 Marchalik D, Brems J, Rodriguez A, et al. The Impact of Institutional Factors On Physician Burnout: A National Study of Urology Trainees. Urology. 2019;
  • 2019 Gurram S, Ahdoot M, Brems J, et al. Performing a Flank Incision: An American Urologic Association Core Curriculum Video. AUA Core Curriculum.
  • 2019 Sparenborg J, Brems J, Wood, A, et al. Fournier’s Gangrene: A Modern Analysis of Predictors of Outcomes. Translational Andrology and Urology. 8(4), 374-378

Q&A

I was drawn to medicine as a field in college as a way to form meaningful personal connections through service for others while using advanced scientific technology. We are given a tremendous opportunity to help our patients through some of the most challenging periods of their lives. 

I was lucky enough to spend time during residency with Dr. Shin and Dr. Tanrikut here at Shady Grove Fertility. After witnessing the impact they had on couples both in the clinic and through microsurgery procedures, I knew it was the field I wanted to specialize in. 

Most couples seeking fertility treatment never expected to be here. Sharing that journey and guiding them toward the ultimate goal of having a baby is a special privilege. 

One of the things I love most about working with patients is witnessing people make major lifestyle improvements. People are uniquely motivated during this time and use this for the betterment of themselves, their partners, and their future children.

Imagining yourself on the other side of an interaction and understanding their experiences can make all the difference to our patients. Many couples have invested a lot of time and resources before they ever step foot into our office. It is important to understand where they have been to help them reach their goals. 

My dad. He is a (now retired) urologist, and seeing his commitment to his patients and always leading by example in all aspects of his life is something I hope to emulate. 

I recently asked this to my wife, so I will offer her response: hard working, considerate, and a bit nerdy. 

I would love to see the northern lights and travel to all 50 states. 

As a former college athlete, exercise and fitness have always been a priority to me. Finding ways to do them with my wife and daughter makes them even more fun, and bonus points if it’s outdoors with hiking, skiing, or even just a walk around the neighborhood. 

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