Dr. Melinda A. Hakim, MD | Beverly Hills, CA | Ophthalmologist

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Dr. Melinda Hakim treats meibomian gland blockage and glaucoma, and performs vision tests, visual field testing, and dilated eye exams. She practices ophthalmology and has 25 years of experience. Dr. Hakim is affiliated with Southern California Hospital and sees patients in Beverly Hills, California. She completed her residency at Doheny Eye Institute and speaks English and Russian. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Hakim 4.71 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

4.7

17 Ratings
25 years of experience
speaks English, Russian
Doheny Eye Institute
14 written reviews
1 specialty
9 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Female

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

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Dr. Hakim's Ratings and Reviews

4.7

17 Ratings with 14 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 7 Minutes

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Provided follow-up after the visit: (14) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Best doc out there!!! Melinda is so caring, kind, helpful, and insightful. Best eye doctor in California. Would highly recommend.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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August 29th, 2022

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She did a beautiful job removing an enormous growth I had on my lid. Absolutely no scars and no bruises. She is gifted.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 21st, 2021

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Melinda is the best eye doctor I have ever been to.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

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July 9th, 2020

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Dr. Hakim is the best and most thorough ophthalmologist I have ever been to. Hands down

June 16th, 2020

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Dr. Melinda Hakim is hands down the best eye doctor I have ever had. I am so lucky to have her. She has my absolute highest recommendation for any doctor.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

December 4th, 2019

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I have found Dr. Hakim to be exceptional in her knowledge and ability to explain and treat my eye problems.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 10th, 2018

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She is amazing and took out a stye of mine that would not go away no matter what I did! She did it with no scar and it wasn't even noticeable the next day! She's brilliant, kind and just the best.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 2nd, 2018

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Dr. Hakkim is a remakably skilled opthalmologist. She is wonderfully responsive and who cares not only for your medical needs, but is there to support you emotionally when you experiencing what can be frightening procedures.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

June 9th, 2015

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Dr. Hakim was recommended to me by my general practitioner. I had seen two other eye doctors who shuttled me in and out of their office and didn't take my problem seriously. I had horrible, deformed styes on the margins of my lids. Dr. Hakim took me seriously and told me she would do whatever it took to make it like I never had any deformity and she did. She gave me injections of a new medication and within two weeks, you couldn't tell I ever had anything wrong with my eyes. She reads up on the latest stuff and I am so lucky that my internist worked with her. She also put me on a regimen to help prevent styes in the future.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

February 17th, 2015

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My son had a growth on his eyelid with a red eye that wasn't getting better for two months. I took him to several doctors who told me it was pink eye or allergies. Dr. Hakim got an eye culture and found out that it was a different condition entirely. She removed the bump and my son's red eye immediately resolved.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 10th, 2013

Dr. Melinda Ashraf Hakim

8816 Burton WayBeverly Hills, CA 90211


Dr. Melinda Ashraf Hakim, MD	Dr. Arthur Benjamin, MD	Dr. Babak Shabatian, MD	Dr. Marta A Recasens, MD
Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology	Ophthalmology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.7 (17 Ratings)	3 (8 Ratings)	3.5 (21 Ratings)	3.8 (6 Ratings)
25 Years of Experience	32 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Russian	Speaks English, Russian, Spanish	Speaks English, Farsi, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish
Beverly Hills , CA	West Hollywood , CA	Lancaster , CA	Glendale , CA
Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine	Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine	Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine	Med School: LSU Eye Center New Orleans, LA
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Ophthalmology

Blindness
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Dr. Melinda Ashraf Hakim holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Doheny Eye Institute.

Medical School

Graduated from Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine in 2001.

NPI Number

Dr. Hakim's NPI number is 1588687867.

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Where is Dr. Melinda Hakim's office located?: Dr. Melinda Hakim's office is located at 8816 Burton Way, Beverly Hills, CA, 90211.
What languages does Dr. Melinda Hakim speak?: Dr. Melinda Hakim speaks English and Russian.
Which hospitals is Dr. Melinda Hakim affiliated with?: Dr. Melinda Hakim is affiliated with Southern California Hospital.
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