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Dr. Dennis Hughes, MD

Dr. Dennis Hughes, MD

Internal Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Dennis Hughes, MD is an internist in Belmont, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mills-Peninsula Medical Center and Sequoia Hospital. He is not accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 26 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (26 reviews)

Dignity Health Medical Group - Sequoia

1301 Shoreway Rd Ste 100 Belmont, CA 94002
Telehealth available
(650) 596-7000

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hughes specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Hughes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hughes

3.7
26 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
62%
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4 star
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3 star
12%
12%
2 star
0%
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1 star
27%
27%

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Boy is this guy good!
Dr Hughes knocked himself out to help me, my husband, and my daughter and her husband. We were all sorry to see him leave Santa Barbara. He is thorough, kind, willing try things for difficult to treat issues. He has helped me with blood pressure issues, my husband with sleep issues my daughter with anxiety and general health. He was always available, willing to give extra time to listen and to treat. He would respond very promptly on my chart even after hours. When taking my blood pressure in the office, as an example, he knew it would go up in the usual circumstances. He turned down the lights, played music and helped get a more realistic reading. He goes the mile. thank you Dr. Hughes. We will miss you!!
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
3 others found this helpful
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Susan R Thum – Mar 23, 2023
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I pay a small??fortune for health insurance I have never used other than a one time initial visit to establish a relationship with ????? Dr. Dennis Hughes, who is a nice guy. However, they never measured my blood pressure, height or weight and more recently, it took the ????? physician assistant the better part of 3 business days to get back to me, only to tell me that they’re not allowed to give me a doctors order to have my blood tested for antibodies at a ?? local lab. I’m super healthy, may be completely a-symptomatic and would like to know if I have antibodies – which may even save someone’s life, if it actually ever becomes a need in San Luis Obispo.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Christa Rae Pacheco – May 23, 2020
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Dennis was my doctor for many years when he was in Belmont! I lost a great doctor and wish he was back in my area!!!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Len Bialer – Mar 28, 2020
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The worst doctor I have ever experienced. He was insulting and dismissive. I went to him hoping to find a medical practitioner who would work with me in managing my care. When I asked him about working with me as my doctor, his response was "Is that some Oprah crap? I'm the doctor, don't you think I know what is best, not you." When I arrived, he never introduced himself nor looked me the entire time, only at the computer screen. He misdiagnosed me on both the issues I came to him for. First, he said I had a frozen shoulder when I had a complete tear of my rotator cuff. He did not order an MRI but gave me a short of cortisone and sent me on my way. Second, I had a lump in my leg, which he dismissed off handedly telling me to see if it got worse. It turned out to be a malignant lymph node, requiring surgery and radiation. He didn't listen and was more interested in telling my why he disliked the Central Coast. See him at your own risk.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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Mar 07, 2020
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Dr. Hughes did a thorough examination and updated my records. He considered and provided guidance on my lifestyle for health. Also, he spent the time required for medication management. One word, excellent!
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
4 others found this helpful
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Richard L. in Grover Beach, CA – Jun 07, 2019
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When Dr Hughes became by PCP several years ago, he immediately identified medications prescribed by my previous PCP has contributing to my frequent episodes of gout rather than reducing flare ups. His care and attention since has been nothing by exemplary. Unfortunately he has left the local area so I will miss him greatly but would recommend him to anyone without hesitation.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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KurtW in Foster City, CA – Aug 02, 2018
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After many years with the same doctor, I was a bit nervous about seeing a new doctor but Dr. Hughes was great. I can highly recommend him and I appreciated his attention to what I had to say.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Redwood City, CA – Dec 20, 2017
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Dr Hughes is a fine doctor until there's a problem. The doctor doesn't take e-mails, or phone calls, so when I had a billing problem based on information that came directly from Dr Hughes, after 6 months of calls to the office and the billing center my calls were no longer returned. In fact when I called for an appointment willing to pay just to talk to the doctor face to face I still couldn't get a return phone call. I can't recommend a doctor that refuses to communicate when there's a problem
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 others found this helpful
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San Mateo, CA – Mar 02, 2016
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About Me

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care philosophy

I have a strong focus on prevention of illness and injury. I encourage my patients to participate in their health. I take good care of myself and use my habits as an example to my patients. I like to educate, I feel an educated patient is more likely t

biography

I feel comfortable treating simple and complex issues, and enjoy seeing younger, middle-aged, and elderly patients. I see patients for treatment of type 2 diabetes, obesity, hypertension, dyslipidemia, chronic kidney disease, gastrointestinal issues,...read more

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Mcgaw Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1999

  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Dignity Health Medical Group - Sequoia

Dignity Health Medical Group - Sequoia1301 Shoreway Rd Ste 100 Belmont, CA 94002
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital

    400 W Pueblo St
    Santa Barbara, CA 93105
    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.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    86%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    21% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sequoia Hospital

    170 Alameda de las Pulgas
    Redwood City, CA 94062
    Recipient of 8
    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™ (2024, 2023, 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.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

    1501 Trousdale Dr
    Burlingame, CA 94010
    Recipient of 46
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

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

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    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

    80%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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