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Dr. Barton Wachs, MD

Dr. Barton Wachs, MD

Urology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Barton Wachs, MD is a urologist in Long Beach, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Irvine School of Medicine in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center and Los Alamitos Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 16 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (16 reviews)

Practice

701 E 28th St Long Beach, CA 90806

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Wachs specializes in the area of Urology. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Wachs' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wachs

3.2

16 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
6%
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
44%
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Sep 30, 2024
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Rick McGilton-McGlamery in Long Beach,ca – Sep 30, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Andrew & Cari Ybarra in Paramount, CA – Jul 01, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
ROBERT123 in Long Beach, CA – Apr 23, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Taylor in Los Angeles, CA – Mar 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Barton Wachs, MD is a urologist in Long Beach, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California, Irvine School of Medicine in 1975. He is affiliated with medical facilities MemorialCare...read more
  • Urology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Washington University

    Residency Hospital, 1982
  • University Of California, Irvine School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Urology®
Urology
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  • English

  • Spanish

  • Physician Recognition Award --- AMA, 1995

  • Prostate Cancer Educator of the Year, 1993

  • America's Top Rated Physician

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Locations

Practice

Ipt Long Beach701 E 28th St Long Beach, CA 90806
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center

    2801 Atlantic Ave
    Long Beach, CA 90806
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Prostate Surgery Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in prostate removal surgery and transurethral resection of the prostate

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Los Alamitos Medical Center

    3751 Katella Ave
    Los Alamitos, CA 90720

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    67%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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