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Dr. Richard Hecker, DO

Dr. Richard Hecker, DO

Anesthesiology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Richard Hecker, DO is an anesthesiologist in San Antonio, TX and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1986. He is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 5 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Practice

45 NE Loop 410 Ste 900 San Antonio, TX 78216

Make an Appointment

(210) 375-7720

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Hecker specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology, Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine, Critical Care Medicine & Pain Management. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Quiet Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is quiet. • See hospitals
  • Low Wait Times
    Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.
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Dr. Hecker's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hecker

5.0

4 ratings, 1 with written review
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What went well
  • 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
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5 people found this helpful
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Henry G. in Boerne, TX – Jun 07, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I treat each patient as a family member.

biography

RB "Doc" Hecker is a Pilot and Patient Advocate.  He is specialized in Aviation Medicine, Anesthesiology, Critical Care Medicine and Pain Management.  An active professional pilot and Aviation Maintenance Specialist, he is attuned to the needs of the aviation professional.

  • Anesthesiology

  • Pain Medicine

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Aerospace Medicine

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  • University Of Pa-chop

    1989

  • Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 1986

  • Saint Martin's University

    Undergraduate School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Critical Care Medicine
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Anesthesiology®
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Anesthesiology
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Critical Care Medicine
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Pain Management
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Locations

Practice

Star Anesthesia Pa.45 NE Loop 410 Ste 900 San Antonio, TX 78216
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baptist Medical Center

    111 Dallas St
    San Antonio, TX 78205
    Recipient of 7
    hospital awards

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

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