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Dr. John Hovorka, MD

Dr. John Hovorka, MD

Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine*

Dr. John Hovorka, MD is an undersea & hyperbaric preventive medicine physician in McAllen, TX. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Doctors Hospital at Renaissance and South Texas Health System Edinburg. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

909 N Jackson Rd McAllen, TX 78501

Make an Appointment

(956) 992-9161

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hovorka specializes in the areas of Clinical Pathology & Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Communication
    Patients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Hovorka's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hovorka

3.5
11 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
64%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
36%
36%

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Awesome, innovative doctor
Dr. Hovorka was up to date on research and options and considered my parents' whole health and long term considerations. Top notch.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 10, 2024
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My husband was sent to Dr. Hovorka by the VA for removal of a lipoma on his head. Dr. Hovorka made a complete mess with the procedure. His "surgery room" is a make shift in my opinion. I would NEVER recommend him for ANY surgery!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Feb 07, 2020
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I went for knee pain and what I though was the beginning of varicose veins. After getting an Ultrasound exam I was informed that it was really a knee injury. The staff was friendly and professional they even recommended a good pair of compression hose which have helped a lot. I was referred to Dr. Hovorka office by family and was not disappointed.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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Mar 19, 2019
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Very bad experience. My mother had a "laser procedure" at his office and later on her toe became black and required to have a leg amputation (not only her toe) in a real hospital. When I tried to get her records, records are incomplete, not clear answer what happened. Not recommended at all.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
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Dora in McAllen, TX – Jun 25, 2018
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I am very disappointed with this physician, he performed several procedures in my uncle's leg at his office and he doesn't explain anything about the results, at the end my uncle lost his leg. When I tried to get an explanation he does not express well (he does not look at your eyes, a lot of doubts what happened, etc). If I would know from the beginning, I would be choosing somebody else.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Maria in Mcallen, TX – Sep 06, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Hovorka, MD is an undersea & hyperbaric preventive medicine physician in McAllen, TX. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Doctors Hospital at Renaissance and South Texas Health System Edinburg. He is accepting new patients.

  • Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine

  • General Surgery

  • Vascular Surgery

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  • University Of Missouri / Kansas City Campus

    Residency Hospital

  • Ks Hegde Medical Academy, Medical Sciences Complex

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Preventive Medicine®
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Clinical Pathology
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Undersea & Hyperbaric Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Laser Surgical Solutions RGV LLC909 N Jackson Rd McAllen, TX 78501
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Practice

Office6201 Greenleigh Ave Fl 2 Middle River, MD 21220
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • South Texas Health System Edinburg

    1102 W Trenton Rd
    Edinburg, TX 78539
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    78%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% lower than the national average

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

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Doctors Hospital at Renaissance

    5501 S McColl Rd
    Edinburg, TX 78539
    Recipient of 22
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

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

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% 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

  • Starr County Memorial Hospital

    128 N FM 3167
    Rio Grande City, TX 78582

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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