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Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD

Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD

Urologic Oncology*
10+ years of experience

Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD is a urologic oncology specialist in San Bernardino, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Chenam has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 2010. He is affiliated with medical facilities Oroville Hospital and St. Bernardine Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

489 E 21st St San Bernardino, CA 92404
Telehealth available

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Dr. Chenam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Chenam specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Chenam's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chenam

4.8
21 ratings, 18 with a written review
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Excellent
I recently had a procedure done by Dr. Chenam. He is kind, respectful and great at what he does. When I needed urgent answers from him, he and his staff were responsive and helpful. He listens and is happy to answer any questions or concerns. I never felt rushed or disrespected. Would absolutely choose him again.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Sylvia Wolf – Jun 27, 2024
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Excelleance
Dr Chenam is very knowledgeable and empathetic. He removed a mass from my right kidney and I was in surgery for only 1.75 hours and was released the very next day.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Angela Pasco – May 10, 2024
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Recommend Dr. Chenam
Telehealth
An Excellent Doctor that he explained the procedure in his office that surgery would be done in office in San Bernardino and would take about 20 minutes. Im doing very well thanks to Dr.Chenam this new procedure called the Urolift. For me its a better way of life.
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
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Oct 31, 2023
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Treatment for metastatic urothelial cancer
Dr. Chenam is young, enthusiastic, and positive. He discussed my case in detail and arranged for a quick follow up. I would highly recommend Dr. Chenam. Unfortunately, when I called his Apple Valley office to find out which office I was to appear for my appointment, I encountered a very rude and incompetent woman who treated me like garbage, claiming I had no appointment and she couldn't make one for over a month. I'm 73, and I have never been treated so poorly by staff in a medical facilithy.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
2 others found this helpful
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David Loomis – Aug 29, 2023
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Great young surgeon
I was recommended to him after my urologist tried unsuccessfully to remove my kidney stones. Dr Chenam got me into surgery in 2 days and removed all the stones. So happy to not have any more pain from trying to pass the stones. He's a young talented surgeon.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Jul 22, 2023
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All round great
Great surgeon, takes the time to listen to you and find out what the problem is when others doctors didn’t. Thank you again
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Jul 04, 2023
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Dr. Chenam preformed a partial nephrectomy on me for suspicious mass. He was right in taking me to surgery . I was confirmed to have had RCC. Surgery went well, Dr Chenam removed all the cancer. I had minimal pain, no complications. Pre op and post op care was excellent . Dr. Chenam is a very skilled and talented Doctor. I would definitely recommend him.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2023
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Awesome!!!
I got my vasectomy done by him. So glad I did! He was professional, honest, and quick. My recovery time was minimal and I’m so glad I went with him. I would recommend Dr. Chenam to anyone looking for the best.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Apr 01, 2023
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I was referred to Dr. Chenam through Kaiser, and I was a bit hesitant to go outside my own healthcare providers. But after my initial consultation, I knew I was in good hands. He was thorough, professional, knowledgeable, and very detail oriented. From pre-op to post-op, and everything in between, Dr. Chenam made sure I felt comfortable in every step of the process. I would highly, highly recommend him to anyone in need of a urologist.
What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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John Humphrey – Jan 31, 2022
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Dr. Chenan is very caring and listens to what I have to tell him he's concerned about my medical issues and does everything He can to help me I greatly rate him highly recommend him for His outstanding health service. I have been to many specialist in this on going medical issue. I have been To the best Hospitals, UCI medical center UCLA medical center Loma Linda University many infection disease specialist . And no one has Helped me Like Dr. Avinash Chenan. Since this started in September 2009. It's now January 2022 , And getting some care .
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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MARY E MARTINEZ – Jan 15, 2022
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I have been a patient of Dr. Chenam’s for over two years. His professional and genuine caring has been refreshing! I am moving out of California and pray I get a doctor half as wonderful! He listened to me and made me feel important. Thank you! His staff is phenomenal as well!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Terri Ulibarri – Oct 15, 2021
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Dr. Chenam did a great job performing my hydrocelectomy and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process. Everything from surgery to the ensuing period of recovery went just as it was explained to me. I would recommend Dr. Chenam to anyone seeking a urologist.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Andrew – Oct 11, 2021
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Great service. Very professional. Dr. Chenam is very knowledgeable & easy to talk to. I would definitely recommend his practice. He is located at San Bernardino Urological Associates 489 E 21st St, San Bernardino, CA 92404, United States
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Darci – Sep 04, 2021
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With a stroke of luck my general practice doctor recommended Dr Chenam for emergency kidney assistance. His friendly approachable office got me in to see the doctor quickly and that night I was in the hospital (St. Bernardine Medical Center) and a procedure was done the next day. I have found Dr Chenam to be: very knowledgeable, approachable, and genuinely cares about his approach with me. If you need a urologist call Dr Chenam's office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Lucia – Sep 03, 2021
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Had robotic surgery Aug 2020 and this is the Dr. you want to do your surgery. Met DR. Chenam in a ER in May 2020 when I wasn't able to void my bladder. Had a follow up with DR. Chenam and he informed me he could fix my problem. I'd been waiting for years to hear that , my other Drs. would say lets wait and see. Dr. Chenam did the surgery in Aug and remover 80% of my enlarged prostate. Everything is ack to normal. GREAT Dr.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Warren Harris – Dec 11, 2020
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I had a robotic prostatectomy on 12-17-2019. Very personable young man, great bedside manner, and very professional. The nurses held him in high regard which is big. He visited me morning and night while I was in hospital, he seemed to really care. That's why I'll give him a 5 star rating.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Terry vick – Jul 10, 2020
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Dr. Chenam is compassionate, empathetic, and does not rush through appointments. I wish all medical professionals were like him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Keith Martin – Mar 07, 2020
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Had Robotic Prostate Surgery on 9/25/19. Dr. Chenam was very knowledgeable, competent and was very attentive after surgery. Everything went extremely well. The hospital and nurses were all very good. Thank you Doctor for saving my life.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
8 others found this helpful
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Randy Minnifield – Oct 17, 2019
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About Me

biography

Dr. Avinash Chenam, MD is a urologic oncology specialist in San Bernardino, CA and has over 10 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Chenam has extensive experience in Urinary Calculi & Removal. He graduated from Saint Louis University...read more
  • Urologic Oncology

  • Urology

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  • City Of Hope National Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2018
  • Beaumont Health System, Mi

    Residency Hospital, 2016
  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2010
  • Saint Louis University, Saint Louis, Mo

    Undergraduate School, 2006
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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Dr. Chenam is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Frankilin Chu MD dba San Bernardino Urological489 E 21st St San Bernardino, CA 92404
    1

    Practice

    Oroville Hospital2767 Olive Hwy Oroville, CA 95966
    2

    Practice

    St. Bernardine Medical Center2101 N Waterman Ave San Bernardino, CA 92404
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Bernardine Medical Center

      2101 N Waterman Ave
      San Bernardino, CA 92404
      Recipient of 2
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

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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

      74%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • Oroville Hospital

      2767 Olive Hwy
      Oroville, CA 95966
      Recipient of 6
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

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

      Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

      View all awards

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

      80%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      65%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      11% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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