Overview
Dr. Ralph V. Clayman, dean emeritus of the UCI School of Medicine, is an internationally respected urologist who pioneered minimally invasive surgical techniques that have revolutionized treatment for diseases of the kidney and urinary tract.He performed the world's first removal of a tumor-bearing kidney through a small incision using a laparoscope. He also perfected the use of cryotherapy to treat renal cancer, as well as other less invasive methods to improve patient outcomes.Clayman has invented more than a dozen devices for performing minimally invasive surgery and he has published more than 400 articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Dr. Clayman is highly rated in 13 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Perirenal Abscess, Boils, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy.
Dr. Clayman is board certified in American Board Of Urology - Urology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 123 peer reviewed articles.
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101 The City Drive South, Building 29, Orange, CA 92868
19210 Jamboree Road, Irvine, CA 92612
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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UCI Health Center For Urological Care
Dr. Ryan Hsi is a board-certified UCI Health urologist who specializes in minimally invasive and endourologic surgery.He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine in Loma Linda, Calif. He completed a residency in urology at the University of Washington in Seattle, followed by a fellowship in endourology and laparoscopy at UC San Francisco.A nationally recognized expert in kidney stone disease, he performs advanced treatments such as ureteroscopy, laser lithotripsy and mini and standard percutaneous nephrolithotomy.Hsi’s research focuses on improving the prevention, diagnosis and management of kidney stones through clinical trials, health services research and data-driven innovations. He has published more than 100 papers in peer-reviewed journals. He is principal investigator for multiple NIH-funded studies, including projects to optimize kidney stone prevention and to develop national research networks for urinary stone disease.A recipient of the American Urological Association’s Gold Cystoscope Award, Dr. Hsi is committed to translating scientific discovery into better patient care. He has received multiple teaching awards for education and mentorship. Dr. Hsi is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Kidney Stones, Hydronephrosis, Perirenal Abscess, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy. Dr. Hsi is board certified in American Board Of Urology - Urology.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ralph V. Clayman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ralph V. Clayman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ralph V. Clayman by calling their office at 714-456-7005. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ralph V. Clayman a top-rated expert for Kidney Stones?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ralph V. Clayman is classified as an Elite expert for Kidney Stones, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Ralph V. Clayman specialize in?
While Dr. Ralph V. Clayman is a Urology, they have specific expertise in Kidney Stones, Lithotripsy, and Ureteroscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Urology.
Does Dr. Ralph V. Clayman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ralph V. Clayman has published 123 articles and abstracts on conditions like Kidney Stones. You can view a list of Dr. Ralph V. Clayman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ralph V. Clayman accept my insurance?
Dr. Ralph V. Clayman accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 714-456-7005 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Kidney StonesDr. Clayman isElite. Learn about Kidney Stones.
- Distinguished
- BoilsDr. Clayman isDistinguished. Learn about Boils.
- EndoscopyDr. Clayman isDistinguished. Learn about Endoscopy.
- FolliculitisDr. Clayman isDistinguished. Learn about Folliculitis.
- LithotripsyDr. Clayman isDistinguished. Learn about Lithotripsy.
- Perirenal AbscessDr. Clayman isDistinguished. Learn about Perirenal Abscess.
- UreteroscopyDr. Clayman isDistinguished. Learn about Ureteroscopy.
- Advanced
- CarbuncleDr. Clayman isAdvanced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- HydronephrosisDr. Clayman isAdvanced. Learn about Hydronephrosis.
- NephrectomyDr. Clayman isAdvanced. Learn about Nephrectomy.
- UPJ ObstructionDr. Clayman isAdvanced. Learn about UPJ Obstruction.
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)Dr. Clayman isAdvanced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
- Urinary Tract Infection in ChildrenDr. Clayman isAdvanced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection in Children.
- Experienced
- Bilateral HydronephrosisDr. Clayman isExperienced. Learn about Bilateral Hydronephrosis.
- Bladder StonesDr. Clayman isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Stones.
- Chromophobe Renal Cell CarcinomaDr. Clayman isExperienced. Learn about Chromophobe Renal Cell Carcinoma.
- Clear Cell SarcomaDr. Clayman isExperienced. Learn about Clear Cell Sarcoma.
- CystectomyDr. Clayman isExperienced. Learn about Cystectomy.
- EmpyemaDr. Clayman isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.