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Dr. David Hei, MD

Dr. David Hei, MD

Hematology*
30+ years of experience

Dr. David Hei, MD is a hematologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hei has extensive experience in Breast Neoplasms. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN / MADISON in 1993. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Cape Canaveral Hospital and Viera Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

4.4 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 4.4 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

1130 Hickory St Ste B Melbourne, FL 32901

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hei is affiliated with Viera Hospital Melbourne, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hei specializes in the areas of Hematology & Medical Oncology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
    Reviews made in the last 30 days. See reviews
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Dr. Hei's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hei

4.4
13 ratings, 4 with a written review
5 star
85%
85%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
0%
1 star
15%
15%

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Counter Experience - I read the 1 star review
Counter to the 1 star review on this site my experience over the course of 2 years with Dr. Hei and his team I found a team ready to take on a very rare and only recently identified disease, VEXAS. Not only were they ready to learn and work with other physicians I required, they were willing to take surprising risks with experimental drugs, as this disease is so new it has no protocol of treatment. From scheduling, to waiting room time, to administrative work, to the ultimate challenge, medical care, Dr. Hei personally, and his team, my experience has been spectacular. I am very thankful for, and feel blessed to have this team on my side.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Apr 17, 2025
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One of the best doctors I've ever met.
Dr. Hei is an amazing physician and scientist. He's very personable and knowledgeable. He sees the person as a whole and not just the patient. He was so understanding and compassionate in every hospital and office encounter. Always sat down and listened patiently to all my questions and tried to answer them honestly and clearly. He was encouraging and never gave up on finding the best course of treatment with the best possible outcome. We worked together as a team and respected each other's points of view. I trusted his good judgment and recommendations from the very moment I met him in the ER. That's when I started fighting for my life and he was by my side every step of the way. It's been an amazing experience having him as my doctor despite how scary my nightmare was. I consider him a blessing in my life and highly recommend him. Forever grateful. Thank You Dr. Hei.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Yeni P. – Jun 02, 2023
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Extremely disappointed. While Dr. Hei, is a competent physician, I feel that he goes strictly by the book and isn't proactive in trying to find the best treatment options for his patients. It's all wrote, nothing more or personal. I'm puzzled that he does not offer a more holistic approach including providing support for nutritional and phycological counseling, or a patient advocate to help a patient and their caregiver through a difficult journey. The patient needs to advocate for themselves.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Madison – Jun 06, 2017
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He's my hematologist/oncologist
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Black Earth, WI – Sep 19, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. David Hei, MD is a hematologist in Melbourne, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hei has extensive experience in Breast Neoplasms. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN / MADISON in 1993. He is affiliated with...read more
  • Hematology

  • Medical Oncology

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Fl College Of Med

    Residency Hospital
  • University Of Wisconsin / Madison

    Medical School, 1993
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Hematology
Medical Oncology
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Locations

Practice

Office1130 Hickory St Ste B Melbourne, FL 32901
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Office3300 S Fiske Blvd Rockledge, FL 32955
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Practice

3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Viera Hospital

    8745 N Wickham Rd
    Melbourne, FL 32940
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Cape Canaveral Hospital

    701 W Cocoa Beach Cswy
    Cocoa Beach, FL 32931
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Palm Bay Hospital

    1425 Malabar Rd NE
    Palm Bay, FL 32907
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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