Harvey H. Chou

Harvey H. Chou MD

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Orthopaedic Surgery
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Dr. Chou specializes in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, with an emphasis in foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Chou—who calls orthopedics “a specialty where patients tend to recover and are motivated to recover”—became an orthopedic surgeon “to help people improve their quality of life and recover from injuries,” adding “the most important thing for me was to develop relationships with people and help them get well.”  An avid reader and snow skier, Chou grew up in a large, extended family. He says patients might be surprised to learn that he “went to high school with three of my cousins.”

Office Information

Hospital/Group Affiliation

PIH Health Whittier Hospital

PIH Health Physicians

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Gender

Male

Specialties

  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Additional Languages

  • Chinese

Education

Medical School

University of California School of Medicine (Irvine)

Residency

University of California Medical Center (Irvine)

Fellowship

West Coast Sports Medicine Foundation

Board Certifications

  • Orthopaedic Surgery

Patient Reviews

December 09, 2025
One guy work with x-ray department, he Was not so patiently with the dementia patient
December 03, 2025
Dr. Chou was great. He answered all my questions and then he answered all of my son's questions. So he was wonderful, informative, told me everything I needed to know regarding my son's condition, gave us all the alternatives, again recommended the best course of action, asked us what we thought, how we felt, looked at my son, asked him how he thought he felt. He took the time to thoroughly check him out and care for him, and then he even went back through Reese's history. So I really appreciated all he did.
November 19, 2025
Very pleased with Dr. Chou and the staff. Everything was really good, excellent. Thank you.
November 18, 2025
The pain on my knee kept me up at night. I called the first week of November and got an appoint for December 11 !!! I called everyday until I found a cancelled appt for November 18.
November 10, 2025
Doctor was new to me, as I have moved all my medical needs to PIH from another facility in the last year. I am now addressing the least of my past issues with another medical facility. Your PIH doctors that have helped me are the best. Dr. Chou was no different, listened looked at my medical history I had given PIH, he had an x-ray taken immediately of my knee which showed more damage, I did explain that I am avoiding surgery if possible. (this means a new knee) Dr. gave me an injection into the muscle to see if this would alleviate the pain and said he wants to see me in 3 weeks. I am exceptionally happy with all my new doctors and Dr. Chou listened and gave me some great advise and help.
November 03, 2025
Dr Harvey Chou was very patient, informative and very friendly. He provided answers to all my questions and took time to ensure I received the information I needed. He is a wonderful Dr. Thank you Dr Chou and staff!
October 30, 2025
Dr. Chou listened to every one of my suggestions and we both decided what the issue was. He was extremely thorough.
October 30, 2025
Dr. Chou was very attentive to my concerns as well as explained options for some treatment plans. He was very thorough and professional.
October 27, 2025
Always a great visit with Dr Chou. He explains everything carefully, answers all of our follow up questions and is very thorough. We always have good interaction with all office staff, as well.
October 20, 2025
friendly staff, which is very nice when you don't feel well and they make you feel welcomed into the office A+
October 20, 2025
Extremely patient when asking questions about Possible surgery
October 16, 2025
Dr. Was very nice and able to explain my problem to me.
October 16, 2025
Great doctor ?
October 14, 2025
Dr. Was very informative and cordial
October 09, 2025
I told Dr. Chou that I wanted to think about surgery, and I've really gone ahead and thought about it, and I would like to get an appointment with him sooner than December 10th. Thank you.
October 07, 2025
Great service and he listens and answers all your questions!
September 25, 2025
Dr Chou always listens to my issues and explains the options. Great doctor!
September 24, 2025
Dr. Chou, Harvey Chou, hands down was the best communicating doctor I've ever had. Hands down, he's awesome. Thank you for having him on your staff.
September 22, 2025
I'm excited hopefully doctor may help me.
September 22, 2025
Thank You Dr. CHOU,for the great care you provided. FROM START TO END OF APPT.
September 18, 2025
Dr Harvey Chou and staff were very nice and courtesy definitely the best office I have visited as patient were everyone pleasant.
September 16, 2025
Staff n nursing were very friendly and caring. Highly recommend Dr Harvey Chou.
September 10, 2025
Dr Chou is awesome! He is very considerate, listens, doesn't jump to conclusions, and provides alternative solutions to treatment. He's the best!
September 08, 2025
Very good doctor, very good staff. He does provide a lot of good information, a lot of helpful tips and explains things very easily for the patient to understand. Thank you.
August 28, 2025
Dr. Harvey Chou is really considerate and helpful.
August 26, 2025
Oh, he's a great doctor. He has time and patience for everyone. He answers all our questions. Would definitely, definitely recommend him.
August 26, 2025
I love how Dr Chou takes his time to methodically analyze what is wrong with Achilles tendon and very carefully has been watching its improvement. That was not something I received from my previous doctor, which is why I went to go see Dr Chou.
August 25, 2025
dr was very friendly and took his time to listen to me. the drs staff was very friendly
August 19, 2025
Everything was perfect. Everybody greeted me very well. The doctor took care of us very well.
August 18, 2025
I have been with for about 20 years and always been very satisfied please continue to with your excellent doctors and service.
August 18, 2025
Everyone was very attentive
August 04, 2025
WItig two month to get my appoinment
July 31, 2025
Starting with the receptionist, she was very kind and polite. Medical assistant was thoughtful and caring. X-ray technician was thorough. I'm very curious. Overall, excellent care 100%.
July 31, 2025
I love Dr Chou!!!
July 30, 2025
I felt very comfortable with the doctor. I was confident my care was in good hands.
July 22, 2025
X-rays that were needed were done in the same office which was very convenient.
July 21, 2025
Dr. Chou is very thorough. I appreciate his help.
July 21, 2025
The office was crowded, but moved quickly! Love Dr Chou, he continues to help me
July 14, 2025
Hi, everybody was very kind. They explained everything. They were very helpful with the information. So yeah, I would recommend this position. Like I said, everybody is very kind. Everything I needed help with, I was helped with. Thank you.
July 14, 2025
I had to make a follow up appointment right after seeing the doctor but the line was from the desk all the way back to the elevator, I never saw it like that before. I had to pick up my great granddaughter from school so I had to deviate from that long line. I'll call for the appointment.
July 07, 2025
Very well. They treated me very well. Thank you.
July 02, 2025
Love my doctor and PIH
July 01, 2025
Dr. Chou took the necessary time to listen to my health issues and explained my MRI results in such a manner that helped me to understand how we should move forward. Excellent Doctor!
June 30, 2025
This Doctor is the best doctor that I've had, he listened to everything I said, and followed through with treatment while I was there. He also setup a follow-up appointment.
June 03, 2025
Dr. Chou is friendly and very knowledgeable. He is a good doctor for me and my family. We trust him with our medical needs and trust him with our needs. We have been very fortunate with our doctors at PIH.
May 29, 2025
It was a great experience and everything was explained perfectly. Thank you, Dr. Harvey Chou
May 13, 2025
Better than AI.
May 12, 2025
Professional staff and a clean, orderly environment. Dr. Chou has excellent bedside manner. I find this office and staff typical of all PIH facilities.
May 06, 2025
Love Dr. Chou! He is very thorough in determining the problem by using x-rays and MRI to gather the facts before arriving at the correct diagnosis. Gives patients treatment option. Respects patients choices in pursuing physical therapy before injections and surgery.
May 06, 2025
He answered all my questions. I forgot to ask him if he's done the procedure before
May 05, 2025
I love my doctor, Dr. Harvey Chow. He's wonderful. He's patient and caring and explains everything. Thank you.
April 29, 2025
Way too much socializing w/ patients by office workers at check-in room, so you must wait 20 mins just to check-in. That's unacceptable.
April 29, 2025
That day was a very busy day with lots of patients and Unfortunately, one of your elevators was out of service.
April 28, 2025
Dr. Henry Chou is an excellent doctor.
April 23, 2025
When Harvey Chou leaves it will be a loss to PIH.
April 23, 2025
Excellent Doctor
April 15, 2025
Considers all alternatives to treatment with patient and then, with patient, selects a treatment plan and explains why.
April 14, 2025
I never got an appointment to see the doctor after the MRI was taken.
April 09, 2025
Very positive and efficient
March 26, 2025
Very helpful
March 25, 2025
Dr Chou has treated me for the last 10 years. He is always compassionate and listens to me. I have recommended him to family members.
March 25, 2025
I am just happy that it work out good for me. I was very nervous and I didn't know what to expect but it all went well. I came home and recommend the doctor to my brother cuz he is going the same.
March 20, 2025
Dr was amazing! Really listened to my concerns & explained all the options in terms I could understand. Great bedside manner. I have totally faith & trust in him. His nurse was outstanding also as well as the x-ray tech. The front desk staff has so much patience & always greet you with a smile. Bravo PIH Ortho dept.
March 18, 2025
I am always happy to see Dr. Chou, he listens to you, will give you your options on how to treat my knee problems with both of my knees. He took ex-rays and explained everything that he saw from the ex-rays. The visit was a helpful one for me. The entire staff were great. Thank you Dr Chou
March 17, 2025
Everything is excellent, I have no complaints with the doctor, the staff, or the nurses. Everything is fine for me. I am infinitely grateful for the care and kindness with which I have always been treated. Thank you.
March 17, 2025
The doctor was very pleasant to work with. He took the time to listen to me and provided options to address my concern. I felt reassured that he would take care of me.
March 11, 2025
The experience was wonderful. I was immediately greeted by the receptionist. My wait time was only, literally, 2 - 3 minutes, and my medical issue was treated & cared for without any problem. Hope I never need their services again. But I'll be back if I do. Good job, guys!
March 11, 2025
Dr. Chou sat down with me and checked my foot over carefully. He is soft spoken, kind and caring.. I will find Dr. Chou the next time I break a bone. Me and my husband will always look for him, we like Juan also....,,.
March 10, 2025
Just a great Dr!!
March 06, 2025
On line registration was easy and fast. I wish the first floor registration would implement something like this. Checking in on the first floor for tests will take 30 plus minutes before anyone calls you. There must be a better system.
February 25, 2025
Dr. H. Chou explained in detail about an upcoming surgery .I had a lot of questions about the procedure he was very patient and understanding Took his time answering. He is a kind person .
February 24, 2025
Dr. Chou is so kind. He makes me feel as if he is very interested in how I feel. He really explains clearly to any questions I have about my care. I feel I can trust him with any further surgeries I may need & will have the best recovery. I am grateful for his professionalism & knowledge. My recent surgery was successful & I am thankful for Dr. Chou's expertise.
February 24, 2025
Dr Chou and his team made me feel important and took good care of me.
February 13, 2025
The front office representative or operative for the phone was really rude. Her name is (name removed). I even got her name. I was going to speak to the supervisor. She was very unprofessional. Other than that, front office staff, back office staff were really nice and loved the doctor. So I would really recommend him to my family.
February 11, 2025
The knowledge and understanding about my issue Dr. Chou was very respectful and kind.
February 04, 2025
The doctor was excellent. He spent a lot of time explaining the procedure and after the surgery, explaining in detail what exactly was done during the surgery. He's an excellent doctor and I would highly recommend him. The staff, on the other hand, his nursing staff at his office is a different experience. But the doctor itself, I would highly recommend him. As an excellent surgeon and physician that actually listens to the patient and cares for the provider would be rated as a 10. The office staff is a different story though.
February 03, 2025
Explained in great detail what was wrong and what to do prescribed therapy.
February 03, 2025
I came for a second opinion and received professional validation which my physical therapist and I both thought to be true. Dr. Chou gave me clear methods to correct my pain and made this an immediate need of his; to help me.
January 30, 2025
Dr. Chou is always great!
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