Dr. Matthew L. Hecht, MD
Ophthalmologist
3019 Washington Blvd Marina Del Rey CA, 90292About
Specializing in ophthalmology, Dr. Matthew Hecht, MD is one of the country's most highly rated doctors. He currently practices optometry at Lawndale, California and Marina del rey, California. Dr. Hecht ...
Education and Training
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1994
University of Minnesota Medical School 1994
Board Certification
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Diabetes
- Pterygium
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Astigmatism
- Nearsightedness
- Conjunctivitis
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