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Michelle Hessen

Michelle Hessen, OD

Optometry

Accepting New Patients

31 Insurances Accepted

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About

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Background

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Locations

  1. The Wilmer Eye Institute
    • 1800 Orleans Street, Maumenee Lobby, Baltimore, MD 21287
    • Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
      • 10753 Falls Road, Pavilion II STE 455, Lutherville, MD 21093

      Expertise

      Education

      Boston Foundation for Sight

      Fellowship, PROSE treatment, medical contact lenses, 2011

      VA Maryland Healthcare System

      Residency, Optometry, 2009

      Nova Southeastern University, College of Osteopathic Medicine

      Medical Education, OD, 2008

      Insurance

      Johns Hopkins providers participate in many commercial health insurance plans. To confirm coverage of your specific physician or provider, please contact your insurer directly. For more details, please review our Insurance Information.
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      • Aetna
      • Amerigroup District of Columbia
      • AmeriHealth Caritas District of Columbia
      • Beech Street
      • Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal Employee Program (FEP)
      • CareFirst
      • Cigna
      • Evernorth Behavioral Health
      • First Health
      • Geisinger Health Plan
      • HealthSmart/Accel
      • Humana
      • JAI Medical Systems
      • Johns Hopkins Health Plans
      • Kaiser Permanente
      • KeyCare
      • Maryland Physicians Care
      • Medicaid Maryland
      • Medicare Maryland
      • MedStar Family Choice District of Columbia
      • MultiPlan
      • Pennsylvania's Preferred Health Networks (PPHN)
      • Point Comfort Underwriters
      • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
      • Provider Partners Advantage HMO SNP Medicare Advantage
      • South Central Preferred (SCP)
      • Superior Vision
      • TRICARE (Humana Military East)
      • UnitedHealthcare
      • Veteran Affairs Community Care Network (Optum-VACCN)
      • Wellpoint (Amerigroup MD)

      Reviews

      4.9 of 5 stars

      263 Ratings, 74 Reviews

      The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to physician related questions on the national CG-CAHPS Medical Practice patient experience survey through Press Ganey. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Comments are also gathered from our CG-CAHPS Medical Practice Survey through Press Ganey and displayed in their entirety. Patients are de-identified for confidentiality and patient privacy.

      Overall Rating by Patient
      Average provider Overall Rating by Patient rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Listened Carefully
      Average provider Provider Listened Carefully rating 4.9 out of 5 stars
      Provider Explained Things Clearly
      Average provider Provider Explained Things Clearly rating 5 out of 5 stars
      Provider Knew Medical History
      Average provider Provider Knew Medical History rating 5 out of 5 stars
      Provider Showed Respect
      Average provider Provider Showed Respect rating 5 out of 5 stars
      Provider Spent Enough Time
      Average provider Provider Spent Enough Time rating 5 out of 5 stars
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        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/28/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/19/2024

        She is very attentive to my condition.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 3/4/2024

        Dr. Michelle Hessen has been treating me for dry eye syndrome since [year]. She always provides me with outstanding care. My dry eyes have been under excellent control for many years now thanks to her exceptional care and guidance.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/29/2024

        Excellent care

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/27/2024

        Very satisfied

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/27/2024

        Like her very much

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/22/2024

        Dr. Hessen is fantastic in terms of professionalism and "bedside manner." She keeps up with the latest research and medications in eye care. I'm willing to drive a long distance from [state] past many optometry offices to see Dr. Hessen.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/18/2024

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/18/2024

        She Is always kind and caring

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/15/2024

        Dr Hessen is always friendly, knowledgable and professional.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/15/2024

        She is compassionate kind and explains things well

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/15/2024

        Extremely knowledgeable, caring and very thorough. One of my favorites...and I have several

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/15/2024

        Excellent doctor. Very professional and helpful.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/8/2024

        Dr. Hessen is a true professional. She is kind, caring and extremely knowledgeable. I am very lucky that she is part of the Wilmer team.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/8/2024

        Very good @ explaining my eye trouble, and how best to go about treating it.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/7/2024

        Dr. Hessen saw [name] on short notice addressing her questions about progress in the use of her new Sclaral Lenses and ordered a new lens for her left eye. She was patient and informative. She is the best.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/7/2024

        Well coordinated sequencing of caring from start to finish

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/6/2024

        Dr. Hessen. Is wonderful

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 2/6/2024

        She is always caring and provide me the best treatment and follow up.She treated me with respect. Her broad knowledge and experience were greatly helpful for improving and maintaining my health

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/22/2024

        Excellent doctor for my dry eyes

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/18/2024

        Dr Hessen is excellent. She does an outstanding job fitting contacts lens for me. She explains things well and does her best to ensure I have good vision in spite of the fact I have aging cornea transplants. It's a shame you can't clone her as she is at the top of her game. Wilmer is lucky to have her.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/17/2024

        An excellent provider with best bedside manner and caring attitude

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/8/2024

        Terrific, concerned, professionally knowledgeable, and very responsive to requests for assistance between appointments

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/7/2024

        She was amazing !

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/4/2024

        Great All good Good

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 1/1/2024

        Knowledgeable and innovative in treatment.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/21/2023

        I got lost and. Was late but they fit me in

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/20/2023

        Dr Hessen is outstanding

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 12/14/2023

        Dr Hessen is not just the best lens specialist I have ever seen she is the best overall specialist. She is thorough, friendly and always has a solution. I am so lucky to have her as my DR

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/30/2023

        Very professional, caring.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/27/2023

        Extremely thorough and professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/26/2023

        Dr Hessen goes in-depth with any questions I have about my eye care. She has a very good bedside manner.

        4 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/21/2023

        Polite and respectful. Direct and detailed.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/20/2023

        Dr. Hessen is the BEST! She's professional, knowledgeable and brings a positive attitude to each of my appointments. She is a dedicated employee of JHU, and it shows with her endless pursuit of alleviating the constant pain that I have been experiencing for over 32+ years.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/19/2023

        She is very caring, well-informed, knowledgeable, and clear about how she is caring for me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/8/2023

        Love Dr. Hessen. She's kind, compassionate and clearly cares about my pain and issue.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/6/2023

        I have moved to Pennsylvania and still coming to JH I trust your services

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/5/2023

        Michelle Hessen is one of the doctors I have ever had at JHU Medical Center. You are lucky to have her.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/2/2023

        Dr Hesson is an excellent doctor.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/2/2023

        Excellent experience , recommend Dr. Hessen to allWith similar condition

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 11/2/2023

        Dr. Hessen is always courteous and thorough. She explains her findings clearly, and offers specific guidance and recommendations in concrete terms that are understandable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/26/2023

        Dr Michelle is very professional

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/22/2023

        The absolute best I love Dr Hassen

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/19/2023

        Dr. Hessen was very easy to converse with. She showed genuine concern for my problem. She demonstrated to me how to resolve my problem with my eyelids. By her explanation and demonstration, I was able to clear up the eyelid problem.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/19/2023

        Dr. Hessen is excellent in fitting contact lens for me. She helped me in the past by fitting me with a new set of sclera l lenses that helped eliminate an issue with mid day fogging. She is currently fitting me with a new lens after my cataract surgery. She is excellent! John Hopkins is lucky to have her!!

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/19/2023

        I personally thanked Dr. Hesson for her professionalism and the way she was handling my eye problem. She is very personal and thorough.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/16/2023

        Caring, knowledgeable and responsive to my needs and problems.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/15/2023

        Dr. Hessen is a very skillful, caring and efficient professional. It's my honor that she is taking care of me

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/9/2023

        Dr. Hessen sees me regularly for a variety of unusual eye diseases. She is thorough, caring and knowledgeable. I depend on her completely for my care in this area. She always listens and answers my questions fully. She and her assistant also respond to questions through MyChart in a timely manner. I think the world of Dr. Hessen.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/9/2023

        I can't speak too highly of Dr. Hession

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 10/4/2023

        Dr. Hessen is an exceptionally knowledgeable, competent professional! I would recommend her to anyone needing eye care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/28/2023

        Wonderful doctor overall. I drive from Virginia to see Dr. Hessen. She is personable and professional.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/28/2023

        Dr. Hesson provided comprehensive diagnosis and treatment plan. Very personable.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/27/2023

        Very bright and professional. Spoke in laymen terms of my eye care to follow

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/27/2023

        Listens, explains

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/25/2023

        Dr Hessen continues to provide the best care concerning my eye condition. She's professional and friendly and I always leave with a reminder about my care plan and my follow-up visit. I'm grateful to Dr Hessen and Johns Hopkins for their expertise and treatment.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/24/2023

        Dr Hessen is very thorough and explains everything to me so I understand it.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/24/2023

        Dr. Marjorie Michelle Hessen is a phenomenal doctor. Extremely knowledgeable and attentive as well as innovative in her care of me.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/24/2023

        Dr Hessen is extremely knowledgeable always provides the highest level of care I went to several specialists without any relief before seeing Dr Hessen but once I began being treated by Dr Hessen my condition improved almost immediately

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/20/2023

        Dr. Hessen is the only provider who has the knowledge to help me with my condition. I drive 6 hours to be seen by her and it is worth it.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/20/2023

        Dr Hessen is a great caring Doctor. I am blessed to have her in my cornea care. I wouldn't change for anyone else. She is hands on and very gifted in her career.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/19/2023

        I really love Dr. Hessen.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/18/2023

        Dr.Hessen is exceedingly knowledgeable and professional. Her interaction with patient is outstanding. I have the utmost confidence in her and absolutely trust her with my eyes.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/14/2023

        Dr Hessan provided good care. I have improved my eye health under her care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/13/2023

        Dr. Hessen is excellent.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/13/2023

        Dr Hessen was thorough in her exam,patient (many questions), and explained the perameters of all options.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 9/6/2023

        Dr. Michelle Hessen has been my eye doctor for dry eye disease since 2015. She has provided me with outstanding medical care for this condition since then. With her care and advice, my eyes have remained healthy and I am able to continue with my lifelong hobby on a daily basis, reading.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/30/2023

        Dr. Hessen always show a true interest in how my eyes are doing. I feel she is engaged in the visit and makes individualized decisions for my care.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/6/2023

        Excellent care

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/5/2023

        Dr. Hesson is an exceptional Cornea Specialist. I always deeply appreciate her support.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/5/2023

        Excellent

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/4/2023

        Wonderful provider. Takes time and listens.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/4/2023

        I feel very fortunate to be in Dr. Hessen's care. She is thoughtful, thorough, kind and explains everything.

        5 out of 5 stars
        Reviewed on 8/1/2023

        Dr Michelle Hessen is amazing