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Dr. Thomas Ahlering, MD

Dr. Thomas Ahlering, MD

Urology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Ahlering, MD is a urologist in Orange, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with University of California Irvine Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

101 The City Dr S Orange, CA 92868

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Dr. Ahlering's Reviews

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4.7
24 ratings, 17 with a written review
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I worked with Dr. Ahlering in the Cancer Center at UCI many years ago.. He was outstanding the entire time then, as he has always been since. Patients are so very fortunate to have this exceptional physician both procedurally and interpersonally. He is an immensely gifted dr.
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What could be improved
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Linda, RN – Feb 22, 2024
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27 years ago you did a surgery to my husband
Today are exactly 27 years that you did a surgery to my husband, you started about 6:30am and it ended around 8:30 pm. We moved to Arizona and we always remember you and we pray for you. I was pregnant and the next day my daughter was born. Dr. You are an excellent surgeon and a wonderful person. Thank you for saving my husbands live.My husband’s name is Jesus M. Cruz
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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Feb 20, 2024
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I do not recommend Dr. Ahlering. Terrible experience.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 06, 2021
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Dr. Ahlering operated on me five years ago. I had a Gleason score of 4x4. He has the skill to be honest, direct, and compassionate. My anxiety is always reduced following a consult. I do my PSA every 3 months and report to Dr. Ahlering. Prior to meeting him I had consults with numerous physicians, but by far, he stood out as the most competent, knowledgeable and caring of them all. I can't thank him enough for the personal care I have received. Dr. Jack Schnel
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Dr. Jack Schnel – Sep 23, 2021
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Dr. Ahlering saved my life. After Dr. Greenberg promised to get me a few more years with heavy radiation I sought out Dr. Ahlering. I had a high gleason score of 4x4. Dr. Ahlering operated on me using the latest Da Vinci robotic-assisted surgical system and his own Phillips cooling system which meant less inflammation and blood lose as well as a quick and painless recovery. I've been clear of cancer for 7 years. I highly recommend him, best there is, period.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Dean Slater – Oct 02, 2020
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Dr Ahlering is a phenomenal person and surgeon. Of course any patient can say that and be in awe of their physician but as specialist physician myself, I can clearly say there is no one in this world as Dr Ahlering. He is excelling in every single professional category that he can possibly be evaluated by. His results are outside of the world. My personal results after radical prostatectomy are beyond any imagination. I cannot even tell my results to friends that had a similar surgery, because their results cannot be even compared. To be honest if I would have heard these results from a different source, I would have thought the patient exaggerated or not telling the truth. No one in the world did more in the last few decades for the improvement of surgical prostatectomy than Dr Ahlering. He is truly a God in his field and we are all feel beyond blessed for being touched by his magic hands.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
4 others found this helpful
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Dan G – Jul 23, 2020
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Dr. Ahlering is a phenomenal physician - he is caring and very compassionate but most importantly he has a passion for the prostate health of every patient he sees. The staff support of Dr. Ahlering are also excellent; they are available 24/7 and have the ability to be in contact with Dr. Ahlering on a moments notice - it is truly a concierge type of medicine. Dr. Ahlering is very well versed in all the statistical results that he and other Urology Practices have accumulated. Finally the incontinent and impotent results of Dr. Ahlering are the best of any surgeon in medical practice - greater than a 92% success rate - which says it all. I had my surgery on a Wednesday morning and was up walking around that afternoon and went home the next day. The Catheter was removed the following Tuesday and I have had full bladder control ever sense.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Timothy Stripe – Mar 01, 2020
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After the initial paperwork and required documents our experience was nothing short of great. We were impressed by the fact of the consultation between Dr Alhering and my wife and I was uninterrupted and at no time seemed rushed or constricted by time. All our questions were answered with great details. From pre-op to meeting dr Richardson who helped my anxiousness through surgery to pathology reporting by the Dr Ahlering himself and even catheter removal was excellent.
What went well
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What could be improved
No results
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Randy Simons – Jan 08, 2020
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Outstanding for 12 years
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
2 others found this helpful
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Bennett in ENCINO , CA – Jun 26, 2019
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Dr. Ahlering is a top doctor in all respects. I was lucky to find him. I believe his surgery skill saved my life and well being.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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May 13, 2019
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He not only did a fine job technically, he and his staff were helpful and supportive throughout the process.
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What could be improved
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Apr 18, 2019
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Dr Ahlering is first rate and I owe my my quality of life to him
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 24, 2019
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He’s “The Man” to do the surgery.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Thomas Bea in Pasadena, CA – Jun 19, 2018
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Dr. Ahlering is the top of his field. He truly cares about his patients. He preformed a prostatectomy and after 9 years I am cancer free. I have sent several of my friends to him and they have all had rave reviews. His staff is wonderful to work with.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Feb 16, 2018
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It is very rare that you get to see a world renowned surgeon like him to have this kind of genuine care for the average patient. After the surgery I was basically pain free and only took 1 Tylenol! I was able to walk at length couple of days after the surgery.I completely regained my urinary continence 2 weeks after the surgery. ALL the other functions have returned to normal a month after the surgery.Dr Ahlering, thank you very much for giving me another shot at life! Pastor John
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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John Radu in Orange, CA – Jan 05, 2017
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Dr Alhering is an experienced and skilled prostatectomy surgeon. He has done thousands of Robotic Prostate Cancer Surgeries with superior trifecta results - Negative margins, Continence and Erectile Function. He is easy to talk to and truly cares. His staff is friendly and available 24/7 to answer any questions.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
12 others found this helpful
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David Kline in Irvine, CA – Mar 02, 2016
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Dr. Ahlering is a great doctor for prostate robotic removal because that is his main focus. If you want someone who has done thousands of robotic prostate removals please see Dr. Ahlering. Dr. Ahlering does his own work and it is not done by an intern. He is a niche doctor and considering all the complications that can occur you want a doctor like Ahlering because he has seen it all many times before. He is a ten.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
13 others found this helpful
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William Renner in Laguna Beach, CA – Jan 06, 2016
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Dr. Thomas Ahlering, MD is a urologist in Orange, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Saint Louis University School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with University of California Irvine Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.
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  • L A Co Usc Medical Center

    Residency Hospital
  • Saint Louis University School Of Medicine

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

    UCI Medical Center101 The City Dr S Orange, CA 92868
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    Office333 City Blvd W Ste 2100 Orange, CA 92868
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