4.7
7 Ratings
Summary
Dr. Joel Hernandez is a family medicine physician with additional expertise in nephrology, bringing 36 years of medical experience to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Instituto Superior De Ciencias Médicas Villa Clara Dr. Serafín Ruiz De Zarate, establishing a strong foundation in comprehensive medical training that has guided his extensive career in healthcare.
Dr. Hernandez practices at Palmetto General Hospital in Hialeah, Florida, where he focuses on treating conditions such as abdominal pain, including pregnancy-related abdominal discomfort, and flank pain. His clinical skills include providing emergency care and performing diagnostic procedures like complete blood counts and creatinine testing to evaluate kidney function. Patients have rated him 4.7 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his medical expertise and patient care approach.
Dr. Hernandez practices at Palmetto General Hospital in Hialeah, Florida, where he focuses on treating conditions such as abdominal pain, including pregnancy-related abdominal discomfort, and flank pain. His clinical skills include providing emergency care and performing diagnostic procedures like complete blood counts and creatinine testing to evaluate kidney function. Patients have rated him 4.7 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his medical expertise and patient care approach.
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Quick Facts
- 36 years of experience
- 92 insurance plans accepted
- Inst Superior De Ciencias Med Villa Clara Dr Serafin Ruiz De Zarate
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Palmetto General Hospital
2001 W 68th StHialeah, FL 33016 Tel: (305) 823-5000
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 36 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 20 Years of Experience | 15 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, English | |
| Hialeah , FL | Miami , FL | Hollywood , FL | Hollywood , FL |
| Med School: Inst Superior De Ciencias Med Villa Clara Dr Serafin Ruiz De Zarate | Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina | Med School: American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine | Med School: Florida International University |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joel Hernandez
Medical Specialties
Dr. Joel Hernandez has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Joel Hernandez has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
36 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Inst Superior De Ciencias Med Villa Clara Dr Serafin Ruiz De ZarateGraduated in 1990
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- Dr. Joel Hernandez's office is located at 2001 W 68th St, Hialeah, FL, 33016.
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