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Dr. Richard Essner, MD

Dr. Richard Essner, MD

Surgical Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Essner, MD is a surgical oncologist in Santa Monica, CA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1985. He is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 199 reviews 5 Star Rating (199 reviews)

Providence Specialty Medical Group

2121 Santa Monica Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90404

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(310) 582-7100

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Essner is affiliated with Providence Saint John's Health Center Santa Monica, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Essner specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Recent Reviews
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Dr. Essner's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Essner

5.0

199 ratings, 185 with a written review
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About Me

care philosophy

Comprehensive cancer care

  • Surgical 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.

  • Ucla Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of North Carolina School Of Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 1992

  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1985
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Providence Specialty Medical Group

Providence Specialty Medical Group2121 Santa Monica Blvd Santa Monica, CA 90404
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 4:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 4:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Saint John's Health Center

    2121 Santa Monica Blvd
    Santa Monica, CA 90404
    Recipient of 16
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in surgical care across 15 of the most common in-hospital surgical procedures including cardiac, vascular, joint replacement, prostate, spine, and gastrointestinal surgeries

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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