Ophthalmologist in Southern California
Welcome to Hecht Eye Institute
Dr. Matthew Hecht is a warm and skilled ophthalmologist who can restore your vision so that you can live your life to the fullest. Dr. Hecht is an expert in all aspects of eye care and a leading refractive surgeon, performing laser eye surgery for cataracts, LASIK, and more. Understanding your vision is as unique as you are, Dr. Hecht provides a complimentary, thorough exam to determine which procedure is right for you. Dr. Hecht is dedicated to providing the highest quality eye care to patients throughout Southern California including Lawndale, Beverly Hills, and Marina del Ray.
In addition to vision restoration, Hecht Eye Institute offers non-invasive cosmetic procedures to rejuvenate your skin and youthful appearance through our Pacific Skin Tightening services.
You can rest assured you will receive cutting-edge treatment in a comfortable, friendly environment utilizing the latest technology. Whatever your needs might be, our staff can provide them.
Lasik Eye Surgery
Leave your glasses and contacts behind. Getting FDA-approved LASIK Surgery with Dr. Hecht is one of the best ways to improve your vision.
Glaucoma Surgery
Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness and visual impairment. You can protect your vision against serious loss with early detection and treatment with Dr. Hecht.
Cosmetic Enhancements
Through our Pacific Skin Tightening services, we are now offering a range of non-invasive cosmetic procedures to enhance your skin and regain your youthful appearance. Learn more about the services being offered at our South Bay Laser Eye Center location.
Meet Dr. Hecht
Dr. Matthew Hecht is a warm, trusted, skilled ophthalmologist and a provider of cutting-edge vision restoration. Specializing in eye surgery, eye health and vision care, Dr. Hecht provides every aspect of eye and vision care from screenings to eye surgery.
Patient Testimonials
I was a good candidate for LASIK surgery which was really great because I’ve had terrible eyesight since high school. I was so used to having problems with my vision. Dr. Hecht is so skilled he found a great balance for my eyesight. Even the next morning I could see better than when I was a little kid. It was a miracle. Dr. Hecht looks at me like an individual.
– Sarah K.
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