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Dr. Lawrence Hwong, MD

Dr. Lawrence Hwong, MD

Urology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Lawrence Hwong, MD is a urologist in San Jose, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with El Camino Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

200 Jose Figueres Ave Ste 425 San Jose, CA 95116

Make an Appointment

(408) 998-1877

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hwong specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Hwong's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hwong

2.8

8 ratings, 4 with a written review
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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
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Don Hoang – Feb 04, 2025
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Michael Hubbard – Jul 20, 2022
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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
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Nov 08, 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
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Milpitas, CA – Apr 09, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I treat all of my patients with a sincere heart.

  • Urology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1984

  • Stritch School Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1980

  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Locations

Practice

El Camino Health Urology-Figueres200 Jose Figueres Ave Ste 425 San Jose, CA 95116
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Practice

Regional Medical Center of San Jose225 N Jackson Ave San Jose, CA 95116
2

Practice

El Camino Hospital Los Gatos815 Pollard Rd Los Gatos, CA 95032
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • El Camino Hospital

    2500 Grant Rd
    Mountain View, CA 94040
    Recipient of 16
    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™ (2024)

    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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