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Dr. Joseph Hecht, MD

Dr. Joseph Hecht, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
45+ years of experience

Dr. Joseph Hecht, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Munster, IN and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Franciscan Health Dyer and St. Catherine Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

730 45th St Munster, IN 46321

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Dr. Hecht's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hecht

3.8
12 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
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Awful...never waited less than thirty minutes and the last straw was when I waited FOUR hours. I don't care how good he is,that is ridiculous. One other time after TWO hours,I left to pick someone up who could not wait and they kept my deposit! So,the heck with Hecht!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Mar 25, 2019
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My surgery was on June 7th, 2017. It was a complete anterior hip replacement by Dr. Hecht. I had been using a walker for 4 months unable to walk unassisted and in terrible pain. Within 5 days after surgery and going to a rehab facility, I was walking unassisted and was pain free. Rehab jump-started my recovery. Dr. Hecht gave me my life back and I am so grateful!
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
6 others found this helpful
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Linda R. in Munster, IN – Oct 31, 2017
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Excellent doctor who isn't knife happy, takes a conservative approach first to try and help. He has helped me put off knee replacement surgery for 10 years with injections and I love him for that! I'm way to young to have surgery and would still like to wait 5 years or so until I'm in my 60's.
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
  • Long wait times
12 others found this helpful
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Munster, IN – Jan 27, 2017
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care philosophy

Be thoughtful, respectful and helpful with high tech Orthopaedic expertise. High quality orthopedic surgical care.
  • Orthopedic Surgery

*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 Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
  • University Of Chicago

    Internship Hospital, 1979
  • University Of Chicago Hospitals & Clinics

    Internship Hospital, 1975
  • Washington University

    Undergraduate School, 1974
  • Chairman, Section Of Orthopedic Surgery, Community Hospital

American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office730 45th St Munster, IN 46321
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Community Hospital

    901 MacArthur Blvd
    Munster, IN 46321
    Recipient of 8
    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

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

    6% higher than the national average

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  • St. Catherine Hospital

    4321 Fir St
    East Chicago, IN 46312
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

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  • Franciscan Health Munster

    701 Superior Ave
    Munster, IN 46321
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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