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Dr. Darryl Eckes, MD

Dr. Darryl Eckes, MD

General Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Darryl Eckes, MD is a general surgeon in Fort Smith, AR and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA / COLLEGE OF EDUCATION in 1990. He is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

7301 Rogers Ave Fort Smith, AR 72903

Make an Appointment

(479) 274-5100

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Eckes is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith Fort Smith, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Eckes specializes in the area of General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Eckes' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Eckes

3.5
8 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
63%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
38%
38%

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He said I didn’t need pain meds the day after my surgery. He refused to treat my pleurisy pain, a complication after surgery. When I called to ask about some things that were wrong with my upper GI test he said it was “normal” though it was far from it. It was obvious he didn’t bother to look at it.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Jan 22, 2021
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he's taken care of 2 people very close to me and did an excellent job
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Sep 25, 2020
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Dr. Eckes does a fantastic job. He is quick and thorough in his assessment and I wouldn't want any other surgeon for procedures me or my family need done.
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
Helpful
Regina Clack in Greenwood, AR – May 02, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Darryl Eckes, MD is a general surgeon in Fort Smith, AR and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA / COLLEGE OF EDUCATION in 1990. He is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith. He is accepting new patients.

  • General Surgery

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  • University Of Arizona / College Of Education

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith7301 Rogers Ave Fort Smith, AR 72903
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Mercy Clinic General Surgery-7001 Rogers Avenue7001 Rogers Ave Ste 600 Fort Smith, AR 72903
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

    7301 Rogers Ave
    Fort Smith, AR 72903
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% 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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