background
background
Dr. Derek Hess, MD

Dr. Derek Hess, MD

Ophthalmology*

Dr. Derek Hess, MD is an ophthalmologist in St Petersburg, FL. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Brandon Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 18 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (18 reviews)

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Hess specializes in the area of Ophthalmology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Clean HospitalPatients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. See hospitals

More Ophthalmology Specialists at HCA Florida Brandon Hospital

Experience Check

Search for experience in a specific area

Dr. Hess' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hess

4.3

18 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 Star
83%
83%
4 Star
0%
0%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
0%
0%
1 Star
17%
17%

Your trust is our top concern. Learn more.

We monitor all reviews to ensure they comply with our guidelines and don’t include personal information, profanity, libel, defamation, harassment, obscenity or fraud.

All reviews are confirmed and audited before publication, and community members have the ability to flag inappropriate content for further review by our team.

Doctors can not pay for good reviews, nor can they pay to have negative reviews removed.

Any reviews that are deemed fraudulent or violate our guidelines will be removed immediately.

RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Oct 22, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Derek Hess, MD?
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jackie Boewe in Spring Hill, FL – Apr 26, 2017
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Derek Hess, MD?
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
Helpful
Michelle A. in Tampa, FL – Oct 04, 2016
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Derek Hess, MD?
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jan 28, 2016
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Derek Hess, MD?

Leave a review

How was your experience with Dr. Hess?

Is this your profile?

Respond to reviews, add information, and reach more patients. Claiming is free and only takes a minute.

Claim your profile

Insurance Check

Search for your insurance carrier and choose your plan type

About Me

biography

Dr. Derek Hess, MD is an ophthalmologist in St Petersburg, FL. He is affiliated with HCA Florida Brandon Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Ophthalmology

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

  • Duke University Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital
  • Virginia Commonwealth University Health System

    Residency Hospital
  • Virginia Commonwealth University Health System

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of South Florida Morsani College Of Medicine

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Ophthalmology®
Ophthalmology
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Florida Brandon Hospital

    119 Oakfield Dr
    Brandon, FL 33511
    Recipient of 27
    hospital awards

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

    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)

    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

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
Learn more about how Healthgrades measures Hospital Quality