Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD

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Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD is a Urology Specialist in Largo, FL and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Klavans has extensive experience in Urinary Conditions, Urinary Calculi & Removal, and Urologic Surgery. He graduated from EASTERN VIRGINIA MEDICAL SCHOOL / MEDICAL COLLEGE OF HAMPTON ROADS in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mease Dunedin Hospital and Morton Plant Hospital. His office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD

Advanced Urology Institute

1775 E Bay Dr Largo, FL 33771
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Dr. Klavans' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Klavans

3.5

Based on 43 ratings

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This urology practice needs improvement
I encountered several mistakes before I finally transferred to Moffitt. The initial MRI scan order had the wrong procedure code, leading to rejection by my insurance and a 2 month delay in scheduling. In fairness, I'm not sure if that was the fault of Advanced Urology or Baycare, but Baycare didn't notify me until the day prior to my scheduled MRI that there was a problem. Communication between Advanced Urology and Baycare seems to be an issue, as my bone scan order was faxed to the wrong number. The worst mistake was with my prostate biopsy. I developed a urinary tract infection, ultimately ending up at the emergency room. As it turns out, a rectal swab done weeks prior to the biopsy showed resistance to ciprofloxacin. Despite those results, ciprofloxacin was used for prophylaxis and prescribed when I developed a urinary tract infection. Totally incompetent, causing needless suffering (like urinating razor blades), which would be avoided if given the proper antibiotic.
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Feb 24, 2023
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Excellent Doctor
Dr. Klavans took excellent care of my father for years. He and his staff were always patient and courteous.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Kathy – Aug 28, 2022
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Every thing went well as usual , one of the best doctors I've ever had.
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Doug Ledford – Mar 16, 2022
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Dr Klavans is the BEST
Dr Klavans is the best. I trust him impeccably with my life
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 25, 2022
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I have seen Dr. Klavans a few times & he has been amazing. Definitely would recommend him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sabrina H. – Sep 14, 2021
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Clear and precise report and useful answers to my questions.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Gerald Bollman – Sep 08, 2021
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Dr Klavans has been my urologist for over a decade. I have received excellent care and highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Sep 08, 2021
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Very professional, easy to deal with. Highly recommended
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 27, 2021
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Diagnosed kidney cancer in 2014. Gave me choices as to what to do. Answered all questions I had. I chose surgery. Within five days I was scheduled. Because we acted so fast, I have had no need for further treatment. For eleven years I have had a CT scan and follow up. So fat I am cancer free. Dr Klavans is my hero.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Debra Swisher – Aug 24, 2021
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I have been seeing Dr. Klavans for years. He is knowledgeable, friendly, business-like and thorough. His care is excellent.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 17, 2021
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Dr. Klavans has been my urologist for several years. An excellent doctor. Thorough and friendly. He diagnosed my prostate cancer, recommended radiation treatment and saw me through the process to a cure. Although he’s a surgeon, he did not default to surgery. Always answers all my questions. He has a wealth of experience but he explains everything in understandable terms. I trust him completely and that does not come easily to me. His staff is great and friendly. Wait times are always short.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
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Dennis Stotts – Mar 02, 2021
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Excellent doctor and staff. Clean and attractive office. Wait time is normal for most office visits.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Stephen Fowler – Jan 13, 2021
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I agree with the reviewer of Oct 11,2019. After only asking me 5 questions,looking at my PSA score, and going a "digital exam", he informed me I needed a biopsy. Even after my MRI showed nothing major, he tried to scare me into a biopsy. He apparently is unable or unwilling to consider any other possibilities (infection, BPH,etc). TO ALL MEN- EDUCATE YOURSELF BEFORE YOU SEE THIS GUY ! My visit to him is a "one and done".
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Billy J. – Jun 26, 2020
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Been with Dr. Klavans for about 7 years. From what I understand he is a good surgeon. The Problem is he is , in my opinion, a surgery salesman. Surgery seems to be his only answer. He has told me a bunch of years ago I needed surgery, still doing OK without this radical treatment. Now seeking another urologist.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Oct 11, 2019
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Have been a patient of his for 5 years, great doctor.
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Apr 29, 2019
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I originally had a culture with moderate sediment coming thru my urethra an squamous cells at 17. They wanted another culture which should take 5 days. Office calls day after I left specimen at Quest Diagnostics to say your fine. I went bk to Quest they said culture takes 5 days so the Nurse Debbie blatantly lies to you. I'm still in pain with them not helping. If they can't take their job seriously they should play with ppl lives when they have medical issues. There office is so wrong.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Victoria Baker in Clearwater, FL – Dec 15, 2018
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Excellent surgeon, friendly and kind
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Terri Gary in Tarpon Springs, FL – Dec 08, 2016
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Had to have procedure repeated by another physicain
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Carol in Belleair, FL – May 02, 2016
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Excellent foctir
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jeff s in Largo glorida – Apr 28, 2016
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Biography

Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD is a Urology Specialist in Largo, FL and has over 39 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Klavans has extensive experience...Read more

Specialties

  • Urology

Board Certifications

Education

1984
EASTERN VIRGINIA MEDICAL SCHOOL / MEDICAL COLLEGE OF HAMPTON ROADS
Medical School

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What are Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD's top areas of expertise?

Dr. Klavans specializes in Urinary Conditions, Urinary Calculi & Removal, and Urologic Surgery. See more on Healthgrades.

What conditions does Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD treat?

Dr. Klavans frequently treats the following conditions: Enlarged Prostate (BPH), Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Neurogenic Bladder. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD's office address?

Dr. Klavans' office is located at 1775 E Bay Dr, Largo, FL 33771. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD able to provide telehealth services?

Dr. Klavans provides telehealth services. Please contact the office to determine whether you are eligible.

Is Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD is affiliated with Mease Dunedin Hospital and Morton Plant Hospital.

Is Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD holds board certifications in Urology.

How much experience does Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD have?

Dr. Klavans has over 38 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 3.5/5 for Dr. Mitchell Klavans, MD. Patients say that they trusted the provider's decisions and the provider listened & answered questions well. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

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1 malpractice claim Found
  • Settlement (11/4/2020)View details
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Frequently Treated by Dr. Klavans

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Klavans treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Klavans treats other conditions, please contact the office at (727) 441-1508.

Urinary Conditions

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Dr. Klavans is experienced in the area of Urinary Conditions. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

Based on claims data for 12 conditions and procedures

Treatments
Dr. Klavans
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Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Polyuria
Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
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Frequency
High
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Very High
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Urinary Calculi & Removal

Urologists or nephrologists diagnose and treat kidney stones, small pieces of hard, crystallized material that form in the kidney and typically pass naturally, but may require shock wave therapy, a catheter procedure, or surgery.Compare with other Urinary Calculi & Removal specialists.

Dr. Klavans is experienced in the area of Urinary Calculi & Removal. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

Based on claims data for 10 conditions and procedures

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Urinary Stones
Kidney Stones
Ureteral Stones
Lithotripsy
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High
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Urologic Surgery

Urologic surgery treats conditions affecting the male and female urinary tract and the male reproductive system through procedures including cystectomy (bladder removal), prostatectomy (prostate removal), and pelvic reconstruction.Compare with other Urologic Surgery specialists.

Dr. Klavans is experienced in the area of Urologic Surgery. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

Based on claims data for 13 conditions and procedures

Treatments
Dr. Klavans
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Cystourethroscopy and Transurethral Resection of Bladder Neck
Bladder Surgery
Prostate Biopsy
Uroflowmetry
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High
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Dr. Klavans' conditions and procedures:

  • Bacteriuria Screening
  • Balanitis
  • Balanoposthitis
  • Bedwetting
  • Bladder Atony
  • Bladder Cancer
  • Bladder Diverticulum
  • Bladder Function Test
  • Bladder Infection
  • Bladder Scan
  • Bladder Stones
  • Bladder Surgery
  • Blood in Semen (Hematospermia)
  • Blood in Urine (Hematuria)
  • Chlamydia Infection Screening
  • Chronic Interstitial Cystitis
  • Chronic Kidney Diseases
  • Chronic Prostatitis
  • Circumcision
  • Congenital Obstruction of Ureteropelvic Junction
  • Cystectomy
  • Cystometry
  • Cystotomy
  • Cystourethroscopy and Transurethral Resection of Bladder Neck
  • Destruction of Penile Lesion
  • Dipstick Urinalysis
  • Elevated PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)
  • End-Stage Renal Disease
  • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
  • Epididymitis
  • Gonorrhea Screening
  • Herpes Simplex Screening
  • HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)
  • HIV Screening
  • Hydrocele
  • Hydronephrosis
  • Hypogonadism
  • Incontinence Sling Procedure
  • Kidney and Ureter Removal
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Kidney Infection
  • Kidney Infection, Acute
  • Kidney Infection, Chronic
  • Kidney Stone Pain (Renal Colic)
  • Kidney Stone Removal, Closed
  • Kidney Stones
  • Lithotripsy
  • Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
  • Male Infertility
  • Neurogenic Bladder
  • Nighttime Urination (Nocturia)
  • Orchiectomy
  • Orchitis
  • Overactive Bladder
  • Painful Urination (Dysuria)
  • Pelvic Exenteration (For: Gynecologic, Urinary, or Colorectal Malignancy)
  • Penile Cancer
  • Peyronie's Disease
  • Peyronie's Disease Injection Therapy
  • Phimosis
  • Polyuria
  • Priapism
  • Prostate Biopsy
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer Screening
  • Prostate Cancer Screening Exam (DRE)
  • Prostate Cyst
  • Prostate Removal
  • Prostate Stones
  • Prostatectomy With Robotic Assistance
  • Prostatic Abscess
  • Prostatitis
  • Renal Transplant and Nephrectomy
  • Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs)
  • Sexually Transmitted Infections Screening
  • Spermatocele
  • STD Screening
  • Syphilis Screening
  • Testicular Atrophy
  • Testicular Cancer
  • Testicular Dysfunction
  • Trichomoniasis Screening
  • TURP (Transurethral Resection of Prostate) or Laser Destruction of Prostate
  • Ureteral Stones
  • Ureteral Stricture or Kinking
  • Ureteroneocystostomy
  • Urethral Dilation
  • Urethral Stones
  • Urethral Stricture
  • Urinary Hesitancy
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urinary Stone Removal (Litholapaxy)
  • Urinary Stones
  • Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
  • Urinary-Genital Tract Fistula, Female
  • Uroflowmetry
  • Vaginal and Pelvic Prolapse
  • Vaginitis and-or Vaginosis
  • Varicocele
  • Varicocelectomy or Hydrocelectomy
  • Vesicoureteral Reflux
  • Wound Repair
  • Yeast Infections

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(727) 441-1508

Dr. Klavans accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Aetna HMO
Choice Plus POS II
Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
Open Choice PPO
Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
Ambetter
Superior Health Plan
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, Inc. d/b/a Florida Blue
Blue Select PPO
Preferred Patient Care
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
Blue Card PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
Blue Preferred Patient Care PPO
Cigna
Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
LocalPlus
Open Access Plus
First Health
First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
Florida Blue
Blue Choice HMO
BlueOptions HMO
myBlue EPO
SimplyBlue HMO
Humana
Choice POS
UnitedHealthCare
Choice Plus POS
Medica Choice
Navigate HMO
Navigate POS
Nexus Open Access
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Locations

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