About

Dr. Hackett grew up in Irvine, California and is thrilled to be practicing medicine in her hometown. She attended UCLA for her undergraduate education and medical school at University of California, San Diego. She felt fortunate to stay in San Diego to complete her residency training at Rady Children’s Hospital. She always felt called to be a physician and loved the academic rigor and challenging nature of the field. Her true passion is to ease the suffering of others, and she feels so lucky to have a career dedicated to helping others.

 

Every child is special and unique. I truly enjoy connecting with my patients and their families to discover the perfect environment for each child to grow and thrive. It is a privilege to be a part of their lives and to watch them grow from birth to adulthood.

As a general pediatrician, Dr. Hackett’s goal is to help children develop good habits that will last a lifetime, whether it is developing a good sleep routine as an infant, educating a child on the importance of nutrition, or even helping a teenager learn how to manage stress appropriately. We now know such habits can reduce the risk of disease or illness in the future, even decades later. She believes that by ensuring the physical health of children and assisting parents in laying a good foundation for their overall development and mental health, pediatricians can positively impact children so they may grow up to lead happy, successful lives.

I am extremely dedicated to my practice and strive to provide exceptional medical care with the compassion and attention each patient deserves.

Coming from a diverse family and having studied Cultural Anthropology, she subsequently enjoys helping families discover how to best care for their own children based on their personal, cultural practices or personal goals. Dr. Hackett’s personal interest is endocrinology, mental health and newborn care.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Hackett enjoys spending time with her husband, three young children and their labradoodle. As a family, they love exploring in nature, hiking, mountain biking and spending time at the beach. Personally, she enjoys yoga, reading, painting and traveling.

Languages

English

Provider Specialty

Pediatrics, Primary Care

Education

Medical School

University of California San Diego - School of Medicine

2009

Internship Program - Pediatrics

UCSD Medical Center/Rady Childrens Hospital San Di

2010

Residency Program - Pediatrics

UCSD Medical Center/Rady Childrens Hospital San Di

2012

Locations & Affiliations

Locations

Insurance

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Patient Reviews

4.9 out of 5
(325 Ratings)
Aug 7, 2026
Lana R.
We feel incredibly blessed to have Dr. Lauren Hackett as our daughter’s pediatrician. She is compassionate, knowledgeable, and truly goes above and beyond for her patients.During some of the most challenging times when our daughter wasn’t doing well, Dr. Hackett consistently checked in on her, offered thoughtful guidance, and made herself available with practical suggestions and reassurance. Her empathy and genuine care gave us confidence and comfort when we needed it most.It’s rare to find a physician who combines exceptional medical expertise with such kindness and dedication. Dr. Hackett treats not just her patients, but their families, with respect, patience, and compassion. We are deeply grateful for everything she has done for our daughter and cannot recommend her highly enough. She is simply the best.
Aug 5, 2026
Collins H.
Jul 31, 2026
Austin C.
Jul 30, 2026
Anonymous
We love Dr Hackett! She is kind and thorough. She always provides great insight and suggestions when we discuss concerns about our kids :)
Jul 30, 2026
Gavin E.
Dr. Hackett cares so much. I was worried about lab results for my son and she immediately set up an appt for us to see her and discuss results. She took her time explaining everything and was so knowledgeable.
Jul 30, 2026
Penelope P.
My daughter loves Dr. Hackett! She is patient, loving and understanding.
Jul 29, 2026
Mila K.
Jul 15, 2026
Eliana B.
Jul 13, 2026
Theodore S.
Jul 11, 2026
Mila E.
Dr. Hackett has the best bedside manners. She’s the best: attentive and a good sense of humor which helps with all the stresses of navigating parenthood!

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