Dr. Richard Holevas, MD

A test that the Dr recommended that takes 3 to 4 weeks , after not hearing from him a called office (3 times ) and when he called back he said he forgot. Today he emailed me a order for a nuclear pet ct scan and for got the right code .I have cancer and it's important to get it handled.Dr forgot to mention on order that I have cancer ,thats the reason for scan.

I met Dr Holevas when I was admitted to the hospital for urinary retention resulting in severe hydrophrenosis. I was catheterized and told by Holevas I would have the catheter for 2 weeks and then to schedule a test in his office after I got out of the hospital. I tried for several weeks to get an appointment but never received a call back. Finally they returned my call and when I went in for my appointment after a month. Nothing was done. The doctor wanted to see me 2 days later and we scheduled an appointment. Before I even got home his office called to say they canceled my appointment and rescheduled for 3 weeks later. Since then I’ve ended up in the ER with 2 UTI’s and was told by ER doctors it was caused by the catheter. Since then Ive sent multiple emails and left voicemails over 2 week period with no response. I don’t know what to do. I think I should find another doctor but I hate to switch right in mid stream. I think I’ll have to. Wouldn’t recommend.

I have been going to Dr. Holevas for several years. I believe he is a competent doctor but he never communicates with you after tests. If you leave a voice message his office never returns your call. Recently I had a test and kept calling for a month without response. Finally I happened to get the office to answer my call and asked what the results of my test were and they said he says I should go to a kidney doctor. He never called to explain the results and I find his practice of having you wait weeks upon weeks for test results and his lack of communication with patients reprehensible. I will not be going back to him and would give him no stars if I could. If you like a doctor who does not respond this is the guy for you!

I have been seeing Dr. Holevas since 2010. I have been on a PSA watch since that period of time. I have had 3 biopsies, the last of which showed signs of progression. I was referred to Dr. Paul Kim, Radiation Oncologist in Tustin. I cannot thank Dr. Holevas and Dr. Kim for pushing me forward. These two Drs. and the best I have ever seen. Their staffs are outstanding, alway very professional and they provide honest communication. I have completed my treatments with androgen blockers and radiation. I'm a lucky guy, Thank you, you're the best.

I was referred to Dr Holevas after I moved. My goal was to get help for frequent urination at night. I have been pursuing this problem for some time. Previous urologists told me its hard to tell if its a bladder issue or a prostate issue. They told me have surgery for the prostate so we can focus on the bladder. So I did a few months ago. When I explained my problem I made the mistake of mentioning that I also suffer from insomnia. He immediately concluded that my problem was my insomnia getting me up not my bladder and asked if I had been to a sleep center (I had). Then he gave a routine exam, which was not why I came there. It included my favorite test where he told me I have an enlarged prostate (uh gee thanks, I knew that). The whole visit was a complete waste of time and I gained nothing.

Unfortunately, I have a condition that requires lifelong monitoring, but the bright side is that my Urologist's office always makes me feel comfortable and reassured. Although it's a busy practice, the entire staff provides very personal service from the moment you sign in to the moment you schedule your next appointment. Dr. Holevas is thorough and truly cares about his patients. He takes the time to explain procedures in detail and makes sure that all your questions are answered to your satisfaction. His staff is the best! The nurses make you feel like you're at home during every visit. They all take the time to talk to you on a personal level and make sure that you're aware of every step for any procedure you're there for. I was shocked almost 5 years ago to discover I had bladder cancer, but thankfully I found a caring and compassionate Urology office and that has made this journey so much easier. Thanks so much!

Great Doc and person! Had surgery with him.