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Dr. Alvin Au, MD

Dr. Alvin Au, MD

Gastroenterology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Alvin Au, MD is a gastroenterologist in Hanford, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Au has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders, Pancreatic Disease, and Liver Disease. He graduated from University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio Long School of Medicine in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Kaweah Health Medical Center and Adventist Health Hanford. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

1.9 Star Rating
Based on 39 reviews 1.9 Star Rating (39 reviews)

Practice

1360 Bailey St Hanford, CA 93230
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(559) 584-6499

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Au is affiliated with Kaweah Health Medical Center Visalia, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Au specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Au's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Au

1.9

39 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
13%
13%
4 Star
8%
8%
3 Star
5%
5%
2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
69%
69%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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From a thankful veteran – Aug 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't explain conditions well
4 people found this helpful
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Feb 03, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
3 people found this helpful
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Feb 06, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Victor Mulberry – May 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Jun 12, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 people found this helpful
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Apr 03, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Feb 19, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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Hanford – Nov 13, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Hanford, CA – Oct 19, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tulare, CA – Sep 19, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jun 08, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lorraine Pickett in Visalia, CA – Mar 22, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Ron in Visalia, CA – Mar 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Butterbean65 in Hanford, CA – May 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Alvin Au, MD is a gastroenterologist in Hanford, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Au has extensive experience in Esophageal Disorders, Pancreatic Disease, and Liver Disease. He graduated from University of Texas...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Northeastern Ohio University

    Residency Hospital, 1986

  • University Tex Health Sci Center

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of Texas Health Sciences Center At San Antonio Long School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Advanced Digestive Medical Center Corp.1360 Bailey St Hanford, CA 93230
1

Practice

Lags Spine & Sportscare Medical Centers Inc1000 W Main St Visalia, CA 93291
2
Office501 S Watson St Visalia, CA 93277
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Kaweah Health Medical Center

    400 W Mineral King Ave
    Visalia, CA 93291
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Adventist Health Hanford

    115 Mall Dr
    Hanford, CA 93230
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said their room and bathroom were always kept clean

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sierra View Medical Center

    465 W Putnam Ave
    Porterville, CA 93257

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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