4.2
5 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Christopher Heck is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in complex heart and chest procedures. He earned his medical degree from the Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCSF Medical Center. With 41 years of clinical experience, Dr. Heck has developed extensive expertise in advanced cardiac interventions. He speaks English with his patients.
Dr. Heck practices at multiple Essentia Health locations throughout Duluth, Minnesota, including Saint Mary's Medical Center and the Duluth Clinic. His clinical focus centers on treating serious heart conditions such as aortic valve stenosis and heart failure. He performs specialized procedures like transcatheter aortic valve implantation, which offers patients a less invasive option for treating damaged heart valves. Patients rate Dr. Heck 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Heck practices at multiple Essentia Health locations throughout Duluth, Minnesota, including Saint Mary's Medical Center and the Duluth Clinic. His clinical focus centers on treating serious heart conditions such as aortic valve stenosis and heart failure. He performs specialized procedures like transcatheter aortic valve implantation, which offers patients a less invasive option for treating damaged heart valves. Patients rate Dr. Heck 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 41 years of experience
- speaks English
- Ucsf Medical Center
- 2 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 6 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Christopher Francis Heck has 5 locationsEssentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center (Duluth, Building B)
402 E 2nd StDuluth, MN 55805Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Essentia Health Duluth Clinic
400 E 3rd St Fl 5Duluth, MN 55805 Tel: (218) 786-3380
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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| Dr. Christopher Francis Heck, MD | Dr. Danielle Anne Smith, MD | Dr. Steven Buster Vopat, MD | Dr. Brance Edward Modin, MD |
| Thoracic Surgery | Thoracic Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 41 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 40 Years of Experience | 45 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | ||
| Duluth , MN | West Des Moines , IA | Cloquet , MN | Cloquet , MN |
| Med School: Mayo Clinic Alix School Of Medicine | Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Med School: Sanford School Of Medicine Of The University Of South Dakota | Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christopher Francis Heck
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Christopher Francis Heck has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Christopher Francis Heck has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
41 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Minnesota, 2025, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Ucsf Medical Center
Medical School
Mayo Clinic Alix School Of MedicineGraduated in 1985
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Christopher Heck affiliated with?
- Dr. Christopher Heck is affiliated with Essentia Health Saint Marys Medical Center, Essentia Health Duluth, Essentia Health Fargo, North Memorial Health Robbinsdale Hospital, and Essentia Health Saint Marys Childrens Hospital.
- Does Dr. Christopher Heck accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Christopher Heck has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. Christopher Heck's office located?
- Dr. Christopher Heck's office is located at 402 E 2nd St, Duluth, MN, 55805.
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