5
3 Ratings with 3 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Joel Dean treats colorectal cancer, including metastatic or recurrent disease, and performs sigmoidoscopy and anal fistulotomy. He practices oncology and surgical oncology and has 22 years of experience. Dr. Dean is affiliated with Island Health and sees patients in Santa Maria, California. He earned his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Dean 5 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 22 years of experience
- 34 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis
- 3 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
Based on patient feedback. Read the reviews
Office Location
Surgical Oncology - Mission Hope - Santa Maria, CA
1325 E Church St Suite 202Santa Maria, CA 93454 Tel: (805) 346-3456
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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| Joel Dean, MD | Dr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MD | Dr. Donna Loree Walker, MD | Dr. Erick Warren Hjortsvang, MD |
| Oncology | Oncology | Oncology | Oncology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 22 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience | 32 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English |
| Santa Maria , CA | San Clemente , CA | Lompoc , CA | Arroyo Grande , CA |
| Med School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons | Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla | Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Joel Dean
Medical Specialties
Joel Dean has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Joel Dean has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
22 Years Experience
Joel Dean holds an expired medical license in the states of California and Washington.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis in 2004.
NPI Number
Joel Dean's NPI number is 1568534915.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Joel Dean accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Joel Dean accepts on their Vitals profile.
- What languages does Joel Dean speak?
- Joel Dean speaks English.
- Does Joel Dean accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Joel Dean has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Joel Dean affiliated with?
- Joel Dean is affiliated with Island Health.
- Is Joel Dean accepting new patients?
- Joel Dean is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Joel Dean's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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