Overview
Dr. Kim Hecht is a board-certified UCI Health physician who specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, as well as pain management. She is medical director of the Susan Samueli Integrative Health Institute, which is part of UCI Health.She earned her medical degree from the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific in Pomona, Calif., where she also completed a pre-doctoral teaching fellowship in osteopathic manipulative medicine. She also completed an internship at Downey Regional Medical Center in Downey, Calif., and a residency with the UCI School of Medicine’s Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.Hecht is passionate about supporting patients who suffer from pain. She partners with patients and their families, taking a whole-person approach to improving pain, function and quality of life. She blends a variety of integrative healing methods, including lifestyle recommendations, hormone replacement therapy, supplements, medical devices, osteopathic manual therapy and injections.She also works in collaboration with a team of healthcare providers to help address her patients’ needs. This team includes physicians, mindfulness practitioners, nutritionists, acupuncturists, massage therapists, yoga therapists and physical therapists.Hecht sees patients inIrvineandNewport Beach.
Dr. Hecht is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sciatica, Scoliosis, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), and Chronic Pain.
Dr. Hecht is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation - Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation.
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Locations
2161 San Joaquin Hills Road, Newport Beach, CA 92660
856 Health Sciences Road, Suite 2600, Irvine, CA 92617
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hecht has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kim Hecht
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kim Hecht?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kim Hecht by calling their office at 949-386-5700. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kim Hecht a top-rated expert for Sciatica?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kim Hecht is classified as an Advanced expert for Sciatica, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Kim Hecht specialize in?
While Dr. Kim Hecht is a Physiatry, they have specific expertise in Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Physiatry.
Does Dr. Kim Hecht accept my insurance?
Dr. Kim Hecht accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 949-386-5700 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- SciaticaDr. Hecht isAdvanced. Learn about Sciatica.
- ScoliosisDr. Hecht isAdvanced. Learn about Scoliosis.
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- Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)Dr. Hecht isExperienced. Learn about Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS).