Dr. Heather Hofflich, DO

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*FemaleAge 49

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*

Dr. Heather Hofflich, DO is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in La Jolla, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Hofflich has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening. She graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 2001. She is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Heather Hofflich, DO

Practice

8939 Villa La Jolla Dr Ste 110 La Jolla, CA 92037
Telehealth availableTelehealth services available
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Accepting new patients

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Hofflich is affiliated with UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center San Diego, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hofflich specializes in the areas of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology & Internal Medicine. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Hofflich's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hofflich

3.8
21 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
67%
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4 star
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3 star
5%
5%
2 star
5%
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1 star
24%
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The Best Doctor Ever
I believe that Dr Hofflich is the finest physician I have ever encountered. She represents everything that is good in a physician. She is thorough, kind, knowledgeable, and concerned about the person as well as the disease
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Jul 14, 2023
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Mixed. Good re: interest in treating low bone mass. Dismissive regarding very low thyroid hormones and low-thyroid symptoms because she cited a good level of TSH. I would not recommend her to a hypothyroid friend or family member.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
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
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 02, 2021
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Dr. Hofflich is intelligent, gentle, and personable. I think she’s the greatest.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Nov 16, 2019
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I have been a patient of Dr Hofflich's for the last eight years. I feel secure knowing that she is my primary doctor. We will schedule an appointment 4-6 months down the road. But I know that if I need to see or communicate with Dr. Hofflich sooner, she will either get me in earlier , or email me. My health has improved immensely over the years under Dr. Hofflich and her team of doctors care. I am so fortunate that she is my doctor!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 28, 2019
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Lack of a detailed treatment plan for a complex patient was disappointing.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Osteoblast in San Diego, CA – Jul 27, 2018
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Dr. Hofflich is a knowledgeable, warm, and caring physician. It is her dedication to her patients, her positive and reassuring attitude , along with her medical knowledge and research abilities that have gotten me through many complicated health issues. Dr. Hofflich is an excellent diagnostician. However, she will email other doctors on your behalf, or refer you to a specialist, if need be. I trust Dr. Hofflich with all of medical care. I know she cares about me and all of her patients. She has
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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San Diego, CA – Sep 08, 2017
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Dr. Hofflich is amazing, thoughtful, and caring. She always provides thorough and compassionate care. I feel lucky to have her as my osteoporosis doctor. She is charming.
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
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
San Diego, CA – Sep 03, 2017
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Dr. Hofflich is a wonderful doctor. She is caring, knowledgeable, approachable, and I have utmost confidence in her medical expertise. I would recommend her to my family and friends.
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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Portland, ME – Jul 17, 2017
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If you have hypothyroidism due to Hashimoto's, please DO NOT waste your time with Hofflich. She does not have the competence to treat this complex condition. Hashimoto's, the leading cause of hypothyroidism in the US, is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks the thyroid with antibodies (revealed in blood work via the anti TPO antibody test). Please find an integrative or a functional doctor that shows compassion, listens to your symptoms, and examines the root cause. To educate yours
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 others found this helpful
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La Jolla, CA – Feb 28, 2017
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Caring but limited comptence!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 others found this helpful
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San Diego, CA – Jan 30, 2017
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I found that Dr. Hofflich's staff is mostly courteous, Dr. Hofflich herself listens very well (and isn't one of those doctors who thinks they know your body better than you), and is willing to work with you on treating your condition. However, it's incredibly difficult to get in touch with anyone in her office (if you're calling in for endocrinology and not internal medicine), and even more difficult to get an appointment with her. Wait times can exceed 2.5 months for an appointment; ridiculous!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
6 others found this helpful
Helpful
San Diego, CA – Mar 18, 2016
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About Me

biography

Heather L. Hofflich, DO, is a board-certified endocrinologist and internist. She provides endocrinology and primary care for adults, including preventive care and diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic diseases. Dr. Hofflich is consistently...read more
  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

UC San Diego Health La Jolla-Blood Drawing Lab8939 Villa La Jolla Dr Ste 110 La Jolla, CA 92037
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Office9350 Campus Point Dr Ste Llc La Jolla, CA 92037
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Office8939 Villa La Jolla Dr La Jolla, CA 92037
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Practice

UC San Diego Health-La Jolla8899 University Center Ln San Diego, CA 92122
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UC San Diego Health Hillcrest Hillcrest Medical Center

    200 W Arbor Dr
    San Diego, CA 92103
    Recipient of 50
    hospital awards

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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