What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.87
Average wait time
3.95
Bedside manner
4.89
“The people and staff at office of Gregory Hester - very cooperate and friendly. The Doctor took he time to explain all the options for me. I will go back to see him in a minute for any issues.”
Rock V.October 1, 2019
“Personable and not intimidating. Explained everything I asked. Great overall. Wait time was not unreasonable.”
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About Dr. Gregory Hester
Gregory D. Hester, M.D., F.A.C.S., one of the top Urologists in Houston Metro Urology, treats patients in the Memorial City and surrounding areas. Dr. Hester is board certified with the American Board of Urology and the American College of Surgeons.
Dr. Hester attended The University of Texas at Austin. He then continued his education at The University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio, where he received his medical degree. Dr. Hester completed his residency at The University of Texas Medical School Houston and M.D. Anderson Cancer Center Houston.
He is published in several scientific papers and continues to be involved with medical education publications. Some of his specialties include: bladder pain, erectile dysfunction causes and treatments, laparoscopic surgery, urinary incontinence, kidney stones and prostate cancer.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Acute urinary tract infection
Enlarged prostate
Problems with testicular function
Kidney stone disease
Transurethral surgery (TURP) for enlarged prostate
Endoscopy of the urethra and bladder
Acute urinary tract infection
Enlarged prostate
Problems with testicular function
Kidney stone disease
Office location
Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center
Board certifications
- American Board of Urology
Education and training
- Medical School - University of Texas, San Antonio, Doctor of Medicine
- University of Texas, Houston, Residency in Urology
- University of Texas, Austin (Bachelor’s)
Professional memberships
- American Urological Association
- Texas Medical Association
- Texas Urological Society
- American Association of Clinical Urologists
- American College of Surgeons
Awards and publications
- Diplomat of the American Board of Urology
- Fellow of the American College of Surgeons
Languages spoken
- English
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1508952870
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.87
Wait time
3.95
Bedside manner
4.89
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83 reviews
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Very knowledgable specialist who provided accurate evaluation and appropriate treatment program. Highly recommended.
February 17, 2016David P.Verified patient
Very personal and professional with wonderful demeanor. Very informative and knowledgable, a great experience.
September 21, 2015Jerry D.Verified patient
Personable and not intimidating. Explained everything I asked. Great overall. Wait time was not unreasonable.
September 26, 2019Initials hidden
Friendly staff, busy office so expect some wait time. Dr. Hester is friendly, personable and knowledgeable.
January 10, 2018Initials hidden
Super friendly and competent staff. Would recommend him and his team to anyone!
More than 1 year agoLinda N.Verified patient
Great doctor, great staff, very efficient. Highly recommend!
September 21, 2015Said B.Verified patient
He is caring ,informative , knowledgeable and professional.
October 19, 2015Paul D.Verified patient
He is personable and friendly. I was happy with my visit.
More than 1 year agoHatem S.Verified patient
Great parking, Nice front desk, wonderful doctor.
October 30, 2017Daniah A.Verified patient
Smart doctor.
October 3, 2019Colleen P.Verified patient
The people and staff at office of Gregory Hester - very cooperate and friendly. The Doctor took he time to explain all the options for me. I will go back to see him in a minute for any issues.
October 1, 2019Rock V.Verified patient
very satisfied with professionalism.
January 15, 2019Sammy V.Verified patient
Excellent staff and doctor
November 1, 2018James P.Verified patient
he is always very helpful and doesn't make me feel bad for not coming in sooner. he is probably the best dr. i have ever seen for anything. only complaint, the wait could have been shorter and it usually was in previous visits
September 25, 2018Judy P.Verified patient
There was a bit of wait but I did schedule my appointment the night before the appointment date. The doctor answered all my concerns and was very helpful.
June 18, 2018Ali H.Verified patient
No Comment, my son went to him, which he thought it was waste of time, due to him not having any issues nor needing a physical at the age of 20..
February 21, 2018Aveon F.Verified patient
Wait was a little long but I scheduled during a busy time right around lunch. Dr Hester was no nonsense and confident, he checked me out and answered all my questions enough to give me comfort to schedule a very sensitive procedure immediately. The surgery itself is healing well and I recovered fairly quickly.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
1. Administrative (office) staff needs help/training:
A. This patient was not greeted when he got to the desk, a simple "hi, howdy" or "good morning" would have made a difference,
B. There was no option to complete a patient history on the internet so I had to complete a hard copy at the office. It took 20 minutes for the documents to be provided, 10 to fill them out and over an hour before the "interview/input" process was completed,
C. Although my correct phone number was entered multiple times on the documents, an incorrect old number was recorded on the patient portal. I can't register for the portal until the admint staff corrects the number,
2. Medical staff was excellent:
A. Medical assistant could have introduced herself by name and title (may have had name tag I didn't see) but was efficient and blood draw was painless, no bruises,
B. Perhaps it is office protocol but it seems to me the patient ought to be told his vitals by the assistant without the patient having to ask,
C. Doctor friendly, efficient and responsive to all my needs, Rx were electronically transmitted and ready for pick up a half hour later/
3. A. Total time for visit which included in processing, urine sample, doctor's visit and blood draw was about 2 hours, 15 minutes - I am retired and OK with this.
B. Perhaps the admint folks were having a bad Friday but there are always ways to improve customer service!
July 16, 2017Rich M.Verified patient
Dr. Hester was a very professional doctor with a warm bedside manner. His front office staff was far and away some of the best I've had the pleasure of dealing with in the last couple of years !
July 5, 2017Thomas S.Verified patient
Dr. Hester was friendly and personable. He was thorough and listened carefully. He also took time to answer questions and explain treatment. The office staff was friendly and efficient.
June 12, 2017Kristina B.Verified patient
Excellent staff and doctor.
March 30, 2017Patricia A.Verified patient
the wait was longer than anticipated, but it was less than an hour. dr. was very nice professional, and very informative!! great guy
February 18, 2017Jeremy C.Verified patient
This was my first visit to a urologist and I am blessed to have picked Dr. Hester. The staff was friendly and efficient. Wait time was about 30 minutes but well worth it. Dr. Hester was very through and informative, and I did not feel rushed. I am a return patient for sure!
December 2, 2016Luis T.Verified patient
Very professional doctor and staff.
February 12, 2016Jesse F.Verified patient
Dr. Hester was nice, to the point and friendly. He was very knowledgeable and did not prescribe medicine unnecessarily. I would highly recommend him.
December 8, 2015Lance G.Verified patient
Great guy, informative, discrete. ...
December 7, 2015Initials hidden
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October 22, 2015Alejandro M.Verified patient
Very pleased with the doctor and staff. The visit went well with no complaints. Not crazy about the location. Too hectic when you are not use to the location. I was not the only one confused in the parking area. I witness a couple of people walking around trying to find the elevators or stairs.
July 1, 2015Colbert G.Verified patient
I arrived about 20 minutes early for my appointment and they were actually able to get me in earlier than what I was originally scheduled for! The staff was outstanding, very helpful and friendly. Dr. Hester took the time to actually talk to me and asked a lot of questions to actually understand my concerns and to get to know me better than any doctor I've ever had before!
I would not hesitate to recommend Dr. Hester to anyone!
June 11, 2015Daniel B.Verified patient
It was a very good
Visit.
May 14, 2015Betty L.Verified patient
Everything was good except they told me to be there 35 minutes before my appointment time to fill out forms (medical history, etc.). My appointment time was for 8:00 am so I arrived at 7:25. Problem was that they didn't open up their office until 7:50.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
He seemed to be busy but he also appeared to be well informed in his field of medicine. He was polite and accurate i would recommend him to my friends and family.
November 6, 2014Beverly W.Verified patient
For most men my age, the least favorite thing we have to do is discuss problems with our Urologist. Dr. Hester instantly dispelled my concerns and by the end of my first visit I felt completely comfortable discussing my issues. Plus, the office staff and nurses are fantastic about making an otherwise uncomfortable visit something I look forward to - and that's so important to helping all men keep appointments and stay healthy!
More than 1 year agoVY
excellent
More than 1 year agoMH
Always very good professional. No wait.
More than 1 year agoNN
great
More than 1 year agoDR
Fine
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Which hospital is Dr. Gregory Hester affiliated with?
Dr. Gregory Hester is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Gregory Hester work with?
Dr. Gregory Hester works with Houston Metro Urology PA.
Where is Dr. Gregory Hester's office located?
Dr. Gregory Hester's office is located at 9230 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77055.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Hester have?
Dr. Gregory Hester is certified by American Board of Urology.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Gregory Hester?
Dr. Gregory Hester frequently sees patients for Erectile Dysfunction / Impotence / Male Sexual Dysfunction, Infertility Consultation, Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI), Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), and Urology Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Gregory Hester on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Gregory Hester speak?
Dr. Gregory Hester speaks English.
How do patients rate Dr. Gregory Hester in reviews?
83 patients have reviewed Dr. Gregory Hester. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.87/5. They have a 4.89/5 rating for bedside manner and a 3.95/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.