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Dr. Joseph Hessel, MD

Dr. Joseph Hessel, MD

Vascular Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Hessel, MD is a vascular surgeon in Phoenix, AZ and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center and Abrazo Arrowhead. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 29 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (29 reviews)

Biltmore Cardiology at Arizona Heart

1910 E Thomas Rd Ste 200 Phoenix, AZ 85016

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(602) 266-2200

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hessel specializes in the areas of Cardiovascular Surgery, Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery & Thoracic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
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Dr. Hessel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hessel

4.3

29 ratings, 9 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Vernon O. Hebert – May 09, 2020
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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
Helpful
WILLIAM THOMAS – Nov 09, 2019
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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John (Rick) Baker – Jul 27, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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May 23, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Belma in Glendale, AZ – Mar 17, 2017
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Phoenix, AZ – Mar 16, 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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Rose Wallace in Prescott Valley, AZ – May 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
No results
Helpful
Dianne Haws in Snowflake. Az – Apr 23, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Louis Giordano in Surprise, AZ – Mar 22, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Joseph Hessel, MD is a vascular surgeon in Phoenix, AZ and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Texas in 1983. He is affiliated with medical facilities St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center and Abrazo Arrowhead. He is accepting new patients.

  • Vascular Surgery

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  • Yale University

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1987

  • Baylor College Of Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of Texas

    Medical School, 1983
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Medical Specialties
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Cardiovascular Surgery†
American Board of Thoracic Surgery
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Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery
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Thoracic Surgery†
†Self designated 
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Locations

Biltmore Cardiology at Arizona Heart

Biltmore Cardiology at Arizona Heart1910 E Thomas Rd Ste 200 Phoenix, AZ 85016
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center

    350 W Thomas Rd
    Phoenix, AZ 85013
    Recipient of 11
    hospital 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

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Abrazo Arrowhead

    18701 N 67th Ave
    Glendale, AZ 85308
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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