Summary

Dr. John Eckford specializes in surgery with 24 years of experience helping patients with a wide range of surgical needs. He earned his medical degree from the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine in Oklahoma City and completed his surgical residency at Texas A&M College of Medicine-Scott and White Medical Center in 2007. Dr. Eckford is board certified in surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Eckford practices at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center Temple and sees patients at the Round Rock, Texas location. His expertise includes treating conditions such as ventral hernias, umbilical hernias, and gallstones. He performs procedures including laparoscopic surgery, abdominal hernia repair, and sedation services for surgical procedures. Patients rate Dr. Eckford 4.8 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 24 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Texas A&M College of Medicine-Scott and White Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Round Rock 302 University

302 University BlvdRound Rock, TX 78665
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Round Rock , TXCypress , TXPlano , TXHouston , TX
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA COLLEGE OF MEDICINE (OKLAHOMA CITY) (Education) Med School: UT McGovern Medical School Med School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Eckford

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • CHAMPVA
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Eckford has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Eckford has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Galbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
  • Hernia
  • Wounds and Injuries

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Texas A&M College of Medicine-Scott and White Medical Center2007

Medical School

UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA COLLEGE OF MEDICINE (OKLAHOMA CITY) (Education)Graduated in 2002

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Dr. John Eckford is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Temple.

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