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Dr. Judith Lightsey, MD

Dr. Judith Lightsey, MD

Radiation Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Judith Lightsey, MD is a radiation oncologist in Ocala, FL and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Howard University College of Medicine in 1986. She is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Florida Ocala Hospital and AdventHealth Ocala. She is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 5 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

2020 SE 17th St Ocala, FL 34471

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(352) 732-0277

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Lightsey is affiliated with HCA Florida Ocala Hospital Ocala, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lightsey specializes in the area of Radiation Oncology. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. • See reviews
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Dr. Lightsey's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lightsey

5.0

5 ratings, 3 with a written review
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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
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Apr 22, 2025
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Mary Jo – Feb 14, 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
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Melodie Horalek-Gardner – Nov 20, 2019
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About Me

care philosophy

I believe in a patient-centered approach to health care with an emphasis on evidence-based medicine and multidisciplinary care.

biography

I was born and raised in Newark, New Jersey.  I have lived in several cities along the east coast including Boston(Cambridge), Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington DC. I have been in continuous practice in Radiation Oncology for 27 years....read more

  • Radiation Oncology

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  • Thos Jefferson University Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1990

  • Howard University College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1986

  • Massachusetts Institute Of Technology

    Undergraduate School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Radiology®
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Radiation Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Unavail2020 SE 17th St Ocala, FL 34471
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Office522 N Lecanto Hwy Lecanto, FL 34461
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Practice

Office9401 SW Highway 200 Ste 800 Ocala, FL 34481
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Ocala Hospital

    1431 SW 1st Ave
    Ocala, FL 34471
    Recipient of 40
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    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

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • AdventHealth Ocala

    1500 SW 1st Ave
    Ocala, FL 34471
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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