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Dr. Melanie Hecker, MD

Dr. Melanie Hecker, MD

Dermatology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Melanie Hecker, MD is a dermatologist in Pompano Beach, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in 1993. She is affiliated with Holy Cross Hospital. She is accepting new patients.

3.3 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 3.3 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Practice

3500 NE 5th Ave Pompano Beach, FL 33064

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Dr. Hecker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hecker

3.3
43 ratings, 17 with a written review
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No way in hell — they have one of the most incompetent office help I’ve ever dealt with let alone try and get in touch with them by phone - I tested positive for skin cancer come to find out he doesn’t do the surgery so he recommended I go to another dermatologist doctor to get a Mohs procedure done - so far it’s taken over a week to get my records forwarded to my primary doctor so I can get an authorization and appointment with another dermatologist who will do the work— all I get is excuses as to why they ( the office) hasn’t been able to send my records— There is no excuse in the world why my medical records cannot be sent in less than a day or a day to another doctor I call it incompetence and a lack of professionalism -
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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bruce berman – Apr 16, 2021
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This review isn’t about Dr. Hecker, it’s about the P.A.. I will never come back to this practice again. I was treated SO rudely. I was chastised for questioning the fact that I feel the surgery site is infected. Her ego surpasses her compassion or any bedside manner. She reluctantly took a culture and talked down to me as if I was a child. I left there unnecessarily upset over something that I felt needed attention. If I treated clients like she treated me, I’d be out of business.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • 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
6 others found this helpful
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Kathleen Durden in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea , FL – Mar 06, 2019
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This is actually about one of her Pad I saw for a suspicious mole that I'd actually picked off for the most part. That's not the issue. If you want to be treated like a human being and with someone who has the ability to empathize or smile or spend more than 5 Seconds looking at you keep looking. The medical assistant at the front desk was very nice but she can know where near offset the way the PA treat you
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
8 others found this helpful
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Rocklin, CA – Oct 09, 2018
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I got my appointment mixed up and arrived 10 days early but the office staff work a miracle and got me in so I didn’t have to come back. The doctor and staff were caring and informative. I felt like a VIP rather then just an appointment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Judi Casey in Margate, FL – Sep 08, 2018
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OFFICE STAFF WAS VERY FRIENDLY, NURSE WAS GREAT..DR. MELANIE HECKER WAS SO CALMING AND RELAXED, I WAS SO NERVOUS SHE PUT ME AT EASE.....WILL DEFINITELY RECOMMEND HER ...PROFESSIONAL YET PLEASANT, EASY TO TALK TO
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
5 others found this helpful
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DENA in FL – Jun 01, 2018
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Dr. Hecker is a great Dermatologist! She is always available to her patients and provides the latest technologies that will help patients. Currently, they are using low dose radiation to cure basil and squamous cell cancers. The treatment is painless, requires no cutting, leaves no scares or bleeding. The Hecker Dermatolgy office is professional and well run. The staff provides excellent communication. Appointments are very easy to obtain. Waiting time is minimal. I highly recommend her.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Mike Serota – Mar 22, 2018
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Dr. Hecker was amazing in the treatment of my recent bout with bezel cell cancer on my nose. Believe me once I was diagnosed with bezel cell I was very scared and concerned surgical treatment would really be disfiguring.. Dr. Hecker recommended a new radiation treatment their office just started to use. That treatment option worked great! Cancer gone and no scaring. Thanks Heckerderm! I am one happy patient. RP
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Ricky in Boca Raton, FL – Dec 12, 2017
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I went to see Dr. Hecker after hitting road blocks with other dermatologists and was so pleased to finally be treated as a patient and not a number. I presented many different concerns. Dr. Hecker addressed each question and explained the pros and cons of different treatment options. She helped me complete a full skin care plan to address all my needs. And the office staff Melissa, Brittney, and Jannay were very nice and helpful. Great office!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Traci in Pompano Beach – Oct 20, 2017
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The last few years I have been a patient of both doctor David Hecker and doctor Melanie Hecker. Both are very professionals, caring and know their expertise well. I have visited the Pompano Beach office for cosmetic and for health procedures. Recently I had a red rash appear from nowhere on my back, I called the office and they were able to see me right away. Doctor David prescribed a cream and the rash was gone in a few days. I alway have been very happy with the customer service provided by
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Caio Andrade in Ft Lauderdale, FL – Sep 17, 2017
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I have been seeing Dr. Hercker for years. She is so committed to my health and concerned that I feel confident when I walk through the door. She always calls to check on me after I've had a procedure.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Boca Raton, FL – Aug 25, 2017
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Dr. Melanie Hecker is the most professional doctor. My 21 year old daughter's hair started to become very thin. she walked use through the whole problem found out what was wrong and she worked out a plan. She was kind, caring and followed up with us every step of the way. The best doctor!!!!! I wouldn't go to anyone else.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Leslie Stempel – Aug 25, 2017
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Prompt attention excellent customer service, and most of all Dr Melanie took care of my worries and problems with good advice and medical care , very happy with Hecker Dermatologist services
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Martha in Pompano – Aug 16, 2017
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After years of hopping from skincare specialist to the next, I finally received the treatment I needed with Dr. Hecker. My acne has nearly completely cleared!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Desiree in Miami, FL – May 05, 2017
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I waited in the waiting room for two hours. That's right. Two hours. The receptionist promised the wait would be 20 minutes. It was two hours. But I finally saw Dr. Melanie Hecker. In my view, she has very poor people skills. I found her rude and arrogant. Her listing skills were poor and her communication skills were equally poor. This is a doctor who does not think things through, does not apply logic, and talks down to her patients in my opinion.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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James in Pompano Beach, FL – Dec 01, 2016
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Dr. Hecker attempted to remove a squeamish cell from my arm the size of a pin head. She used an assistant without asking me. She left me with an erratic incision 2 1/2 inches long with 14 stitches which she did in her office. It became very infected and she did not return my phone calls. I had to see another doctor for the infection and to have the stitches eventually removed. I would never advise anyone to see her.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
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Tom in Pompano Beach, FL – Sep 26, 2016
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Dr. Hecker was impressive and professional. She helped me remove my tattoo so that I could move onto a more professional job. Thanks again for everything that you did for me and my family
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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David in Delray Beach, FL – Apr 22, 2016
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Dr Hecker helped me as I had a lot of skin issues and couldn't get the blemishes off of my face. She assisted in clearing up my skin before my wedding and for that I am forever thankful.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
1 other person found this helpful
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Joe in Delray Beach, FL – Apr 22, 2016
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care philosophy

Dermatology is more than skin deep.
  • Dermatology

  • Cosmetic Dermatologic Surgery

  • Dermatologic Surgery

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  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    Residency Hospital
  • Mt Sinai School Of Med, Dermatology

    Residency Hospital
  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Internship Hospital
  • Icahn School Of Medicine At Mount Sinai

    Medical School, 1993
  • Mba Nyu

    1983
  • Nyu

    Undergraduate School, 1981
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Locations

Practice

Integrated Dermatology of Pompano Beach LLC3500 NE 5th Ave Pompano Beach, FL 33064
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Holy Cross Hospital

    4725 N Federal Hwy
    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    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

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

    4% lower than the national average

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