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Dr. Michael Nickas, MD

Dr. Michael Nickas, MD

Urology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Michael Nickas, MD is a urologist in Castro Valley, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities Eden Medical Center and Highland Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

20055 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 100 Castro Valley, CA 94546

Make an Appointment

(510) 889-0270

Dr. Nickas is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Nickas specializes in the area of Urology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Nickas' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Nickas

4.1

12 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
8%
8%
1 Star
17%
17%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Mar 13, 2019
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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
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Don in Hayward, Ca – Oct 01, 2016
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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
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
PeteG in Castro Valley, CA – Aug 16, 2016
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Dave in Hayward, CA – Jun 27, 2016
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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
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sam Berger in Oakland, CA – Mar 19, 2016
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biography

Dr. Michael Nickas, MD is a urologist in Castro Valley, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northwestern University in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities Eden Medical Center and Highland Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

  • Urology

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  • Northwestern University

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
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Urology
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Dr. Nickas is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Urology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office20055 Lake Chabot Rd Ste 100 Castro Valley, CA 94546
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Eden Medical Center

      20103 Lake Chabot Rd
      Castro Valley, CA 94546
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

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

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      76%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
      View all patient feedback

    • Highland Hospital

      1411 E 31st St
      Oakland, CA 94602

      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
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