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Dr. Eli Hendel, MD

Dr. Eli Hendel, MD

Pulmonology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Eli Hendel, MD is a pulmonology specialist in Glendale, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina|Universidad De Guadalajara, Centro Universitario De Ciencias De La Salud in 1978. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Adventist Health Glendale and USC Arcadia Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.7 Star Rating
Based on 107 reviews 4.7 Star Rating (107 reviews)

Eli E. Hendel, MD

1500 S Central Ave Ste 117 Glendale, CA 91204
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Dr. Hendel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hendel

4.7

107 ratings, 99 with a written review
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What went well
  • 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
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Lawrence N. – Feb 20, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Frank C. – Jan 19, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Charles M. – Jun 03, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
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Nalbandian .. – Mar 29, 2023
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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K. W. – Feb 23, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
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Mrs. A. D. – Feb 22, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
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Anonymous – Dec 21, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
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James Y. – Dec 01, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
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Suzanne C. – Oct 07, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
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Harold J. – Aug 31, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
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Domela B. – Jun 02, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
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O. G. – May 20, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
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May 14, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Melinda W. – May 13, 2022
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Preciosa F. – Mar 17, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
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Angel K. – Mar 03, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
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T. V. – Feb 25, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
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Elise M. – Feb 17, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
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Sandra S. – Feb 05, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
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Timothy G. – Feb 02, 2022
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About Me

care philosophy

I communicate with my patients. I strive to explain their medical condition and discuss their treatment options in plain language. Provide state of the art medical care for our patients in a friendly, compassionate and professional setting.

biography

Dr. Eli Hendel is a medical practicioner in Glendale, California. Dr. Hendel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, and holds board certifications in Pulmonary Medicine and Sleep Medicine. He is currently affilliated with Glendale...read more
  • Pulmonology

  • Internal Medicine

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  • University Of Southern California Keck School Of Medicine

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984
  • State University Of New York-downstate Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1982
  • State University Of New York, Downstate Medical Center

    Internship Hospital, 1979
  • Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara, Facultad De Medicina|universidad De Guadalajara, Centro Universitario De Ciencias De La Salud

    Medical School, 1978
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Internal Medicine
Sleep Medicine
American Board of Medical Specialties
Pulmonology
Self designated 
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    Eli E. Hendel, MD

    Eli E. Hendel, MD1500 S Central Ave Ste 117 Glendale, CA 91204
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