Dr. Christopher Francis Heck, MD

Dr. Christopher Heck is a thoracic surgeon with four decades of experience treating complex heart and chest conditions. He earned his medical degree from the prestigious Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine and completed his residency at UCSF Medical Center. His extensive 41-year career has established him as a leading specialist in thoracic surgery and general surgery. Dr. Heck provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Heck practices at multiple Essentia Health locations throughout Duluth, Minnesota, including Saint Mary's Medical Center, Duluth Clinic, and Saint Mary's Children's Hospital. He also maintains affiliations with Essentia Health Fargo and North Memorial Health Robbinsdale Hospital. His expertise focuses on treating serious heart conditions such as aortic valve stenosis and heart failure. He performs advanced procedures including transcatheter aortic valve implantation, a minimally invasive technique for replacing damaged heart valves. Patients have given Dr. Heck an …average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.