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Dr. Eric Hentzen, MD

Dr. Eric Hentzen, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Eric Hentzen, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in San Diego, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Baylor University in 2001. He is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (7 reviews)

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200 W Arbor Dr San Diego, CA 92103
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Dr. Hentzen's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hentzen

3.9
7 ratings, 4 with a written review
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I came do Dr Hentzen for a consult for my hand. I was seen by his NP and never even met him. I have nothing against seeing an NP or PA, but never on a first visit, especially when it may come to surgery. The fact that he didn’t take the time to see me as a possible patient, is extremely unprofessional. She told me if I did in fact have hand surgery, I would be left disfigured. While she was nice, she wasn’t the person I should have been seeing in a first visit. The office is extremely unprofessional. When calling for record transfer, they were of zero help to the patient. Needless to say, don’t expect any attention from the actual doctor. Horribly done, doc, horribly done.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Feb 14, 2024
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I have had nine surgeries to date in 2019 with Dr. Hentzen, MD at UCSD Hillcrest. Dr. Hentzen is an expert in his specialty, is kind, patient, and has an excellent support staff. The staff in surgery at Hillcrest and his office in Encintas are top-notch. I would highly recommend Dr.Hentzen at UCSD.
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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Jean Ball – Sep 23, 2019
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Dr. Hentzen is very friendly, open, and a competent surgeon. Fixed both of my hands. Did a great job!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Greg B in San Diego, CA – Aug 13, 2016
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Dr. Hentzen is a nice doctor who listen to patient seriously, explain the medical condition clearly and take decision with open discussion with patient.
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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Sazzadur Khan in San Diego, CA – May 26, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Hentzen, assistant professor of orthopedic surgery, specializes in hand and microvascular surgery. His clinical interests include the treatment of post-traumatic, degenerative and developmental conditions of the shoulder, elbow, wrist and hand,...read more

  • Orthopedic Hand Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Baylor University

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Hand Surgery
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Orthopedic Surgery
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UC San Diego200 W Arbor Dr San Diego, CA 92103
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    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:00pm
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