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Dr. Bruce Heck, MD

Dr. Bruce Heck, MD

Sports Medicine*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Bruce Heck, MD is a sports medicine specialist in Findlay, OH and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University in 1992. He is affiliated with medical facilities ProMedica Memorial Hospital and Blanchard Valley Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 62 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (62 reviews)

Practice

7595 County Road 236 Findlay, OH 45840
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(419) 427-1984

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Heck specializes in the areas of Orthopaedic Sports Medicine & Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Heck's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Heck

4.3

62 ratings, 14 with a written review
5 Star
77%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
16%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Carmen Schafer – Sep 27, 2023
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What went well
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Pat Martinez – Jan 28, 2020
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Tammy – Dec 11, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 11, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Jim, Findlay – Nov 05, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 09, 2019
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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
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
M. Gaietto in Tiffin, OH – Feb 20, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Troy in Findlay – Jan 03, 2018
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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
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Judy Bryant Scharp in Findlay, OH – Jul 10, 2017
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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
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
K Vela in Tiffin, OH – Sep 08, 2016
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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
No results
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Findlay, Ohio – Sep 08, 2016
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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
No results
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Findlay, Ohio – Aug 13, 2016
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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
No results
Helpful
Matt in Findlay, Oh – Aug 04, 2016
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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
No results
Helpful
Judy garrett in Waterville, OH – Jun 07, 2016
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About Me

biography

Bruce E. Heck, M. D. graduated from Youngstown State University (1986-1988) at the age of 20 with Bachelor of Science in Combined Science (Summa Cum Laude). Dr. Heck received his M.D. From Northeastern Ohio Universities College of...read more

  • Sports Medicine

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Sports Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Toledo Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • Northeast Ohio Medical University

    Medical School, 1992

  • Youngstown State University

    Undergraduate School, 1988
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Northwest Ohio Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Inc.7595 County Road 236 Findlay, OH 45840
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions
Northwest Ohio Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Inc.3101 W US Highway 224 Tiffin, OH 44883
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Practice

Northwest Ohio Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Inc605 3rd Ave Fremont, OH 43420
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Practice

Dr. Matthew E Thiel109 Houpt Dr Upper Sandusky, OH 43351
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • ProMedica Memorial Hospital

    715 S Taft Ave
    Fremont, OH 43420
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Blanchard Valley Hospital

    1900 S Main St
    Findlay, OH 45840
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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