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Dr. Thomas Knecht, MD

Dr. Thomas Knecht, MD

Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Thomas Knecht, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in Cameron Park, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UCSD School of Med in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities Marshall Medical Center and Adventist Health Mendocino Coast. He is not accepting new patients.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

3100 Ponte Morino Dr Ste 120 Cameron Park, CA 95682
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(530) 497-5016

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Knecht is affiliated with Marshall Medical Center Placerville, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Knecht specializes in the area of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. • 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.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Knecht's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Knecht

3.6
22 ratings, 11 with a written review
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excellent knowledge of diabetes / diabetics
Open to patient's questions, very intuitive, best most knowledgeable endourologist in my 32 years of diabetes. After moving into the area, it took 2 years to be "assigned" to him thru my insurance. Best experience, he gave me confidence thru' his recommendations to change my glucose numbers, dropped cholesterol numbers, & lost 40 pounds as a result. Even thou' I didn't expect the weight loss, it was a bonus to the care he gave.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
What could be improved
No results
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Dec 21, 2022
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Just walked out of a scheduled visit. Doctor was going to be late by at least an hour from my appointment time. This seems to be the normal for this doctor! Every appointment I've had with him he has run at least an hour late.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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George S. – Oct 17, 2019
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Initial visit with my wife was 2 hours! Very comprehensive and thorough and compassionate Doctor. He understands Diabetes, from a Diabetic person's view. Explains things in simple terms to patients. A true detective and scientist of Endocrinology, and much more. He is a Great Doctor and person!
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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Eric Whitaker in Santa Maria, CA – Feb 10, 2019
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Thia office is absolutely ridiculous. Over and hour plus wait for a scheduled appointment but if you don't wait at least an hour they will charge you $100. Avoid this office unless you have hours of time to waste waiting.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 18, 2018
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Consider yourself lucky if you have the opportunity to be seen by Kenecht. He is the one and only doctor I have met there to fight for the patient. He's also a type 1 diabetic so he has a understanding no other endocrinologist has. I've found seeing other endocrinologist are pointless it's an appointment where they learn from me. Once Knecht moved away from utah I started seeing a general practitioner who simply tests my blood and writes me my scripts.
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
5 others found this helpful
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Jeremy in Salt lake city, TX – Jun 18, 2018
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Dr. Knecht is extremely knowledgeable in many areas, not just endocrinology. He helped us with several related issues with patience and competence.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Apr 25, 2018
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The office staff is unprofessional and incompetent. 90% of my appointments were rescheduled because authorization was never requested. One appointment was scheduled on a Sunday (closed). Today, I arrived EARLY at 1:16 for a 1:30 appointment to find the office closed. I took a seat in the hallway and waited. I checked the door at 1:32 and signed in at 1:33. Took a seat and waited 8 minutes before called to the front desk and told I would not be seen because I was late and that I would be charged!
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 24, 2018
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Dr. Knecht seemed knowledgeable and pleasant when I saw him however: he charges extra $ to justify his prescription to the insurance company and when I tried to cancel an appointment for tomorrow when they called me today, it was "too late, there will be a $100 charge for missing it". Kind of seems like they waited until there was less than 24 hours left, then made the call. Not a huge fan of their front office demeanor.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
11 others found this helpful
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Morro Bay, CA – Oct 27, 2016
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I saw Thomas Knecht (Endocrinologist) this week and had a great experience. He was not only knowledgeable but very patient and a great listener. He truly cares about his patients and it shows; I highly recommend him. His staff is as friendly and patient as him. THUMBS UP!
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
7 others found this helpful
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Leticia in CA – Oct 16, 2016
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Dr. Knecht diagnosed my POT Syndrome when many other local physicians/specialists told me I was healthy despite extreme symptoms of fatigue, faintness, tachycardia, etc. He is so personable, informative and knowledgeable--really an outstanding endocrinologist.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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tracy r in Los Osos, CA – Sep 19, 2016
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Unfortunately I had have bad experience with his office staff. I'm an older person and it's hard for me as an elderly to understand certain things. His office staff is really rude and has made me feel really sad because i see that they don't have any patient with their clients. I thought that the office staff is there to help you but sadly they don't. Unfortunately there are no other doctors that specializes in Endocrinology in Santa Maria to switch.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
  • Long wait times
5 others found this helpful
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John D in Santa Maria, CA – May 26, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Endocrinology is a cognitive specialty; the only tools I use are my brain and my pen (well, my keyboard...electronic medical records and e-prescribing!). I try to take the time I deem necessary to think about the problems patients bring to me....read more

  • Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism

  • Internal Medicine

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

  • Ucsd School Of Medicine-endocrinology

    Fellowship Hospital, 1995

  • University Of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-categorical Internal Medicine

    Internship Hospital, 1991

  • Ucsd School Of Med

    Medical School, 1990

  • Ucsd School Of Medicine-phd In Physiology And Pharmacology

    1988

  • Ucsd

    Undergraduate School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology
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Locations

Practice

Office3100 Ponte Morino Dr Ste 120 Cameron Park, CA 95682
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Practice

David A Chappell MD Medical Corp.141 Lynch Creek Way Ste A Petaluma, CA 94954
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Marshall Medical Center

    1100 Marshall Way
    Placerville, CA 95667
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

    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.

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

    3% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Adventist Health Mendocino Coast

    700 River Dr
    Fort Bragg, CA 95437

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

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

    1% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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