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Dr. Joel Hecht, MD

Dr. Joel Hecht, MD

Medical Oncology*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Joel Hecht, MD is a medical oncologist in Santa Monica, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.1 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.1 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 600 Santa Monica, CA 90404
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(310) 829-5471

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hecht is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center Los Angeles, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hecht specializes in the areas of Internal Medicine & Medical Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Hecht's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hecht

3.1

15 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
53%
53%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
47%
47%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
May 08, 2019
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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
santa monica – Mar 06, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Los Angeles, CA – Oct 25, 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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Los Angeles, CA – Oct 08, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joel Hecht, MD is a medical oncologist in Santa Monica, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School in 1984. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical...read more

  • Medical Oncology

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Eastern Virginia Medical School

    Medical School, 1984
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Premiere Oncology A Medical Corporation2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 600 Santa Monica, CA 90404
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Practice

The Regents of the University of California200 Medical Plz Los Angeles, CA 90095
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Office5767 W Century Blvd Ste 200 Los Angeles, CA 90045
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center

    757 Westwood Plz
    Los Angeles, CA 90095
    Recipient of 35
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    16% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital

    1250 16th St
    Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Recipient of 17
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    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
    79%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    14% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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