Summary

Dr. Gary Chien is a urologist who has dedicated 29 years to helping patients with kidney and urinary system conditions. He earned his medical degree from SUNY Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency training at Kaiser Permanente Southern California. His extensive experience allows him to provide comprehensive care for complex urological issues. Dr. Chien is fluent in English, Russian, and Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Chien practices at Kaiser Permanente locations in Los Angeles and Downey, California, where he is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center. He specializes in treating kidney disease, chronic kidney disease, and kidney cancer, providing both medical management and specialized care for these conditions. His expertise includes performing comprehensive metabolic panels and basic metabolic panels to monitor kidney function, as well as diabetic nephropathy screening to detect early signs of kidney complications in diabetic patients. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 29 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Russian, Spanish
  • Kaiser Permanente Southern California
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Gary W Chien has 2 locations

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Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gary W Chien

  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Banner Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Optum Health

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gary W Chien has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gary W Chien has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Kidney Stones
  • Kidney Transplant (Renal Transplant)
  • Laproscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Nephrectomy (Kidney Removal)
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostate Surgery (Prostatectomy)
  • Prostatitis
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

Dr. Gary W Chien holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kaiser Permanente Southern California.

Medical School

Graduated from Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. Chien's NPI number is 1639121395.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Gary Chien accepting new patients?
Dr. Gary Chien has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Gary Chien accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Gary Chien accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gary Chien affiliated with?
Dr. Gary Chien is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Gary Chien's office located?
Dr. Gary Chien's office is located at 6041 Cadillac Ave, Los Angeles, CA, 90034.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gary Chien?
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