Summary

With 45 years in otolaryngology–head and neck surgery, Dr. Douglas Hetzler treats stenosis of the auditory canal, hearing loss, and hearing loss in children, and performs otoplasty, canalplasty, and meatoplasty. Dr. Hetzler completed a residency at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center and sees patients in Soquel, California. He is affiliated with Dominican Hospital, Sutter Maternity and Surgery Center of Santa Cruz, and Watsonville Community Hospital. He speaks English and Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Hetzler 4.4 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 45 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Soquel Center

2950 Research Park DrSoquel, CA 95073
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr Douglas Hetzler

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - HMO
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr Douglas Hetzler has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr Douglas Hetzler has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Allergies
  • Chronic Sinusitis
  • Deviated Septum
  • Facial Trauma
  • Hearing Loss
  • Polyps
  • Smell Disorders
  • Swallowing Disorders
  • Tumors

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr Douglas Hetzler holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Iowa in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr Hetzler's NPI number is 1801876701.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr Douglas Hetzler accepting new patients?
Dr Douglas Hetzler is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr Douglas Hetzler's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr Douglas Hetzler accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr Douglas Hetzler accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr Douglas Hetzler?
You can find contact information for Dr Douglas Hetzler here on Vitals.
Which hospitals is Dr Douglas Hetzler affiliated with?
Dr Douglas Hetzler is affiliated with Dominican Hospital, Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz, and Watsonville Community Hospital.
Does Dr Douglas Hetzler accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr Douglas Hetzler has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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