Dr. Yian saved my life. I had complications from a pre auricular sinus surgery from a previous surgeon that had failed. I was abandoned by the original surgeon and had difficulty finding a provider who was willing to do the procedure. I had lost hope and became severely depressed from fear of being sick forever. Fortunately, Dr. Yian took my case and did a phenomenal job. He went above and beyond, because my ear looks aesthetically pleasing too! Recovery was super smooth and the sinus did not reoccur. The front staff were really on-top of things and super kind to me. I can't say enough positive things about this practice. Once again, thank you for helping me when nobody else did. read more

This review is for the office staff they are really helpful and friendly I've always been treated with respect and appreciate their hard work. My experience overall has been great. read more

Aside from the fact that the doctor doesn't see an issue, but I've had 9 sinus infections in less that two year, their front office has terrible follow up. I left a message and no one returned it, I called again 2 weeks later and spoke with someone- she said that the doctor wanted me to have another CT, but I let her know that I had one recently. She was going to get the records and get back to me and its now been SIX WEEKS!!!! This is not medical care. read more

Dr. Yian is great! Office staff is efficient and got my son approved and scheduled for tonsil procedure very quickly!

Yelp 100 challenege 2017 53/100 Dr Yian, and Orange County Ear Nose and Throat are superb! His bedside manner and ability to listen is top notch. Although busy, he is efficient and with multiple offices both in laguna hills and irvine you will have no issues with making appointments and being seen. They take most insurances and audiology tests are done at the irvine office located 22 odessy, in Irvine near Hoag hospital. read more

Christopher Yian, MD - Drs John Sun, Paul Sun, and Dr Christopher Yian. 2 offices and great ENTs. - Ear Nose & Throat Near Me - Irvine, California

OUTSTANDING BRILLIANT COMPASSIONATE PHYSICIAN. I have had balance, inner ear issues most of my life and have accepted this as my normal. Dr. Yian, however, went where no other physician had gone before: MRI. He is not afraid to advocate on behalf of his patients with the insurance company. And in all my years of being a patient and a seasoned RN, I have never experienced a physician who took the time to call me with my results. My husband is also a patient of Dr. Yian and his experience mirrors my own - Outstanding physician: Thank you, Dr. Yian! read more

This place is a scam avoid at all costs, he's one of three guys that came up in my results for ear specialist. Said I would only pay $60 bucks with my insurance bluecross ppo and then sent me a bill for $250+. If you like to get over charged and enjoy horrible customer service come here. read more

This review covers the medical group that Dr. Yian is a part of (Orange County Ear, Nose and Throat Associates), but I feel it is appropriate here because my intention was to try and get an appointment to see Dr. Yian. I had found him through my insurance website (Aetna) where he was an in-network doctor. For some reason the insurance website had Dr. Yian with a very high rating, however here on Yelp he seemed to have a much lower one, and reading through some of the negative reviews (including looking at the pages for the other doctors within the medical group) I had really mixed thoughts. However, because finding a good doctor really seems to be finding a needle in a enormous haystack, I thought I'd give Dr. Yian a shot. So, I called the phone number associated with Dr. Yian, and the person I spoke with almost immediately started asking about my insurance and whether I would be covered. Rather than talking about the doctor and appointment options which is what I was hoping for, she went on and on about insurance. I gave her the relevant information, and after waiting on-hold for almost 10 minutes she came back to tell me that she couldn't verify my insurance. So, she told me I needed to email her the front and back of my insurance card, and she would call me back (yes, she even took down my phone number). I emailed the medical group within 10 minutes of getting off the phone, and as you probably can guess from this 1-star Yelp review, I received absolutely NO callback. Not that day. Not the next day. NOTHING. Not even a reply in email at all. How does this medical group function at all??? read more

Our family has been seeing Dr. Yian for many years. We see him every 4 to 6 months for treatment. He has always been very proffesional. He is very personable. Everyone in the office is kind and helpful. I have never had a problem with getting appointments. I would recommend him to anyone I know. The Guinn family read more

Dr. Yian is a very straightforward, knowledgeable ENT doctor. I have come to him with some more complex issues and he has handled them well. Appointments are easy to schedule, they respond to messages on the website/mobile app within a day, and the office is very clean. read more

I went to see Dr. Yian for a consult on my deviated septum and problems breathing through my nose. The visit was quick.. he looked me over, asked some questions, told me the pros and cons of surgery. He asked, are you sure you want to move forward... I said yes. I usually check review before agreeing to surgery. I went back read a few and was kind of concerned by some negative reviews that made Dr. Yian seem uncaring. Insurance had already approved surgery, and I went for it. At the hospital, he came by several times before surgery to check on me, and see if I had any questions. He attention was the first clue that maybe some of these bad reviews were... uhm... I can't say agree. After surgey, later that day I had some concerns about excessive bleeding. I called into the office, expected to be told to wait until Monday (Friday surgery). I immediately received a call back from Dr. Yian, asking me which of his offices I was closest to, to meet me at. He drove in, met me there, and took care of the bleeding problem. I literally met him less than 20 minutes after getting off the phone. Additionally, in subsequent follow up visits, the guy was just simply awesome. I can see how some people could get the initial impression that maybe has prompted some negative reviews. But I saw first-hand when problems arise the level of promptness and care he gave. I am glad I didn't let first impressions and some negative reviews scare me off, as I can now, for the first time I can remember breath easily through my nose. I would very much recommend his work. read more

First time seeing Dr. Yian. I was very concerned about my ear, which I damaged surfing a few days earlier. I had zero hearing, it was bleeding for 3 days at that point, and I had loud ringing. He told me it was too difficult to see inside my ear due to the swelling and to come back in a week. All totally understandable. However, he spent a total of 3 minutes in the office with me, and seemed very quick. I had to ask a few questions as he was walking out the door to presumably see the next patient. I was then charged $250 for the visit, and an extra $135 to clean my ears out using a tool slightly more advanced than a Q-Tip. $375 for 3 minutes, slightly cleaner ears, and no answers. Spent the next two visits at Dr. Pettis' office and the difference was night and day. In addition to doing a fantastic job, he answered all my questions and spent plenty of time making sure I felt comfortable before I left the office. Worth every penny. read more

Visited Dr. Yian last week and was happy with my visit. My last visit to an ENT was several years ago and it was rushed and I didn't get any clear answers. Dr. Yian was thorough and patient and listened to all of my concerns. He was able to explain thing thoroughly and I felt like he gave ample time to my appointment. Additionally, the front desk staff were friendly and helpful. The office was clean and super quiet (though, I concede it was likely because I had an early appointment). I am scheduled to come back here in a few weeks and I am comfortable my visit will go well. read more

Dr. Yian performed a thyroidectomy on my mom. The procedure was well done as well as her recovery. I was really impressed by Dr. Yian's efforts to answer all of our questions and concerns before and after the surgery. He is busy but made time to call me back everytime I called with a question. He has a straightforward, though kind, bedside manner that I appreciate. read more

Don't Go! Read the other reviews with 1 or 2 stars. They are right. Christopher Yian is Not a good ENT. He was very fast and completely preoccupied while in the room with me. He hardly listened to what I was telling him, I have frequent Migraine pain and was referred to him from my doctor Dr. Chen (Irvine). I truly believe that this office of ENT's are in it for financial gain and have no interest in the patients that they see. (Dr. Paul Sun, Dr. John Sun & Dr. Christopher Yian). They are a patient mill and have no interest in being involved or helping people with their medical needs. Sad b/c I read their Bio's and seem like very intelligent, skilled doctors. read more

Great Ent I had a rare condition called eagles syndrome ,Dr Yian preformed the rare surgery which I had a lot of problem just finding a Ent with a knowledge in the area.Called the office with a question, 2 years after surgery Dr Yian called me back that day ,saw 7 Ent during the 10 years I was searching for a diagnoses Dr Yian topped them all. read more

I don't understand the negative reviews of Dr. Yian. I consulted with him recently for an inner ear infection and he was one of the most concerned, considerate, and professional physicians I've had the pleasure of being treated by. I felt that he had genuine empathy for my situation and was sincerely invested in seeing me through this (admittedly tortuous) process. Frankly I try to avoid going to the doctor whenever I can avoid it, but Dr. Yian was great in every respect. Highly recommended. read more

During my first visit to Dr. Yian, he was flippant and had quite a negative bedside manner. He checked on my ear for a few seconds, didn't explain to me what he was going to do but proceeded to spray a substance into my ear (I had to ask what he was doing to me), and then told me I should come in for a follow-up in a couple weeks. I scheduled an appointment at their Irvine office, even though I knew I would be living in LA at that point. I even tried to reschedule in advance when I knew there might be some holiday traffic on my way down on the only day I could really get an appointment. I first notified the office that I would be 20 minutes late due to unexpected traffic about an hour before my scheduled appointment. The staff said it would be fine as long as I got there no more than 30 minutes late, as Dr. Yian had hospital rounds to do at 1pm. Fine. Understandable. Then, after I had already pushed to drive down in time, I get another call saying Dr. Yian would have to go to the hospital if I couldn't be less than 15 minutes late. I'm already in North Orange County at this point, and this would be impossible. They offered to reschedule, but their rescheduling options were very unaccommodating, especially since they knew I lived in LA and would have to commute yet again. There was very little concern for the "care" he was supposed to give me in a short minute appointment. Even if I were to have arrived on time, he wouldn't have given me ample consultation time, as he was clearly expecting to be able to leave when he wanted. Instead, I was punished for being late due to holiday traffic that I warned them about. Even when I tried to call back after I cancelled my follow-up, the staff had already left the office. Dr. Yian does not care about his patients, and I would highly advise anyone to avoid his office at all costs. The negative reviews are there for a very good reason, and their hours posted here are obviously phony. read more

I had two surgeries performed by Dr. Yian. He's a great guy, he's not all old and stuffy. He's younger, and up to speed on current techniques. He provided me with great care, took the time to reach out to me personally any time I called and overall I had great results with him. read more

Amazing doctor. Very thourough and easy to get in contact with if you have any questions. Great staff all around best doctor experience i have ever had. read more

Great Dr. I came in to see about my throat and tonsils. Dr. Yian listened to me which is very important. He was very knowledgeable and put me at ease because he was confident and knew what he was talking about. Will recommend and dont know why others left bad reviews. I didnt see any of what the bad reviews said. Im actually going to bring my son to Dr Yian to get his nose cauterized. Thank you Dr. Yian. read more

They told me to arrive early because I was a new patient. I've been waiting for over an hour in the waiting room!! I have no idea the quality of their service but this is not a good first impression. read more

Excellent doctor! he takes the time to listen and understand your issues. I've been going to him for 10 years now and would not change for anyone else. He's knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I typically go to the Irvine office though. I haven't been to his Laguna Hills office. read more

If I could leave negative stars I would. We waited for over an hour and a half for my twelve month olds appointment and finally the doctor came in the room and the whole time was standing by the door and reading a paper that the assistant came in and handed to him. He was so vague I didn't get any answers for my sons condition, it was basically well you can do the procedure or don't do it!! Hello, that's why I came to you so you can help me make the medical decision that I'm not educated to make. Such a huge waste of time. read more

Went to this office once for my wife's sore throat. The doctor, christopher Yian, came and couldn't find out what was causing her pain. Then he used a small tube to look inside my wife's throat and still couldn't figure out the problem. We went home and 1 month later, they billed us $255 for the Nasopharyngoscopy and $250 for office visit. Insurance covers the office visit but won't cover the Nasopharyngoscopy. We called the office and asked them why they performed an diagnosis without our approval, especially when this procedure might not be covered by insurance. The secretary's answer is that is their office policy: Once the patient initialed those paperworks about financial obligations, they can charge you for procedures performed on you without seeking your approval . If insurance won't cover, patient has to pay for the bill. I asked them, if I didn't initialed, then what? The lady said, in that case, we will seek your approval every time we perform such diagnosis on you. So the lesson learned here is: This is a medical practice that cares more about money than patient's feeling and patient's financial situation. Their paperwork is simply a trap so they can charge you for some service you don't want. They know that if they explain to you a 1 minute procedure will cost you $255, you will refuse it. Then they simply buried this under a plural of financial terms. And unfortunately I fell prey to such practices, I just hope by my bad experience, you don't suffer the same as I do. read more

This doctors office knocked my socks off. Fast efficient friendly. Got referral for MRI and hearing test within an hour of my visit. Highly recommended forfeit sky informative personal service! read more

Dr. Yian has been such a blessing! It took three different doctors before visiting Dr. Yian to figure out what was wrong with my salivary gland. I had two surgeries with him and he was so helpful and so informative during the whole process. He would also make time to see me if I had any questions or concerns. I really felt like I could trust him and he is a very knowledgeable doctor. I definitely recommend him! 10/10. read more

Dr Yian operated on my 92 year old mother who could no longer take solids or liquids. Mom was in poor health, but we had no option. Dr Yian did great surgery on her. She has made a full recovery, and now is eating "real" food, the first time in 2 years. read more

It was the first time I visited Doctor Sun's office for checking my ears. A technician instructed me nicely, so I could finish Audiomatery test in short time. Doctor Yian was friendly, and he explain what and how to care myself. read more

Went to him. He spent less than 5 minutes and diagnosed I have throat infection which now I found out that it was Thyroid issue!!

I had 4 doctors in the emergency room work on me 4 different times trying to fix me in a period of 30 hours with no success. One meeting with Dr Christopher Yian and no more bleeding from my nose, mouth and eyes - magic. Well, it is probably skill and knowledge. What a DIFFERENCE skill and knowledge make. For a man that never got sick, I was desperate for relief. I was battered by these 4 different doctors, nice people, that tried to help me with no success and I was at the end of my rope full with anxiety, confusion and exhaustion. Dr. Christopher Yian helped me a great deal. I will put my son life at his skilled hands. read more

I am so lucky that my Obama Care Dr. referred me to Dr. Yian. He operated on my sinus/deviated septum (Septoplasty) three weeks ago. Very professional, top notch work from the entire team from the start to now. If I could find a doctor like Dr. Yian I would get my hip replacement operation done ASAP!! read more

We've been taking our daughter to Dr Yian for 2 years now. He's always been great with her during the visits and is always very informative when we would ask questions. Great Doctor! read more

I would highly recommend this office. I went to 2 other ENT offices and didn't get any closer to fixing my problem. I found Dr. Yian thru a friend and decided to give him a try. From the start, I found the office staff and the doctor very professional and knowledgeable. I got my problem fixed after 2 visits. There was a bit of a wait to see him but I think he was worth it! read more

Dr. Yian saved my life. I had gone to an endocrinologist that said I had a cyst(colloidal) and that I should continue seeing her Endocrinologist was Ghasak Mamoud. Not only was I not fine but after seeing endo I ended up in Fountain Valley emergency. Huge toxic goiter, that ended up being thyroid cancer. He was able to remove it and since it was big scar was bigger but he strategically placed it in a wrinkle. He had a great bedside manner and was very sensitive when he had to tell me that their was carcinoma. I am going to see him again as I have another problem with the piriform sinus. He was the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!! And I have had to have other surgeries not related but no other surgeon treated me like Dr. Yen. Love you Doc! See you in the next week or two! read more