David Hector, MD, FACP, FACC, FSCAI, FAAC | Tyler, TX | Cardiologist

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Dr. David Hector treats hypertension and hypertensive emergency and performs contrast echocardiography and transthoracic echocardiograms. He also performs electrocardiograms and practices cardiology across locations in Tyler and Henderson, Texas. Dr. Hector completed his residency at Good Samaritan Hospital and is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital Tyler, UT Health Tyler, UT Health North Campus Tyler, East Texas Medical Center Specialty Hospital, and UT Health East Texas Long Term Acute Care. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Hector 4.33 out of 5.

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4.3

18 Ratings
speaks English
Good Samaritan Hospital
14 written reviews
1 specialty
14 areas of expertise
5 hospital affiliations
2 office locations
Male

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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David Hector's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

18 Ratings with 14 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 13 Minutes

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Patients’ Perspective

Gave an accurate diagnosis: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (11) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (3)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (10) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Doctor Hector was excellent with me. His people skills knowledge, concern and listening skills were excellent. I haven't received medical care this good from a physician and staff in a very long time.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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September 15th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Very good

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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Saw me in a timely manner
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February 12th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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He's a very nice Doctor knows what he's talking about his nurses are the best there are they listen to u and take of ur needs . Very nice front Desk people and always have smiles on thier faces .

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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August 28th, 2023

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Dr Hector is professional, thorough and kind. Takes the time to answer your concerns.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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March 14th, 2023

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I was very pleased with my care

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
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March 9th, 2023

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Dr. Hector is the best in his field. He is thorough and very patient. I have used him for years and have always had a great experience!

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit

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March 6th, 2023

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Dr. Hector is kind, caring and extremely knowledgable. He is an Excellent Doctor

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

September 8th, 2022

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Dr. Hector is friendly and will answer all my questions at each visit. His entire staff is friendly and very helpful.

March 2nd, 2022

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Takes his time with patients, really listens, and is very knowledgeable. Includes family in education about process of illness and treatment

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 12th, 2021

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His condescending bedside manner was very offensive. He popped in and out and never asked me anything. When I tried to tell him, he just quoted me and proceeded to to listen to my heart and pop right back out.

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Needs Improvement

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

October 2nd, 2019

UT Health East Texas Cardiac Plaza in Tyler

2608 McDonald Rd.Tyler, TX 75701

Tel: (903) 595-5514

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UT Health East Texas Heart & Vascular Institute- Cardiology (Henderson)

317 Wilson St.Henderson, TX 75652

Tel: (903) 595-5514

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David Hector, MD, FACP, FACC, FSCAI, FAAC	Dr. Vijaiganesh Nagarajan, MD	Dr. Francia Rojas, MD	Dr. Sridhar Venkatachalam, MD
Cardiology	Cardiology	Cardiology	Cardiology
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (18 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	3.7 (3 Ratings)	1 (1 Rating)
			31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
Tyler , TX	Katy , TX	Houston , TX	Corpus Christi , TX
			Med School: Madurai Medical College
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Cardiology

Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
Arrhythmia
Atherosclerosis
Blood Clot
Heart Attack
Heart Block
Heart Diseases
Heart Failure
High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
High Cholesterol
High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
Hypertension
Stroke
Unstable Angina

David Hector holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Good Samaritan Hospital.

NPI Number

David Hector's NPI number is 1578558987.

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Which hospitals is David Hector affiliated with?: David Hector is affiliated with Christus Mother Frances Hospital Tyler, Ut Health North Campus Tyler, Ut Health Tyler, East Texas Medical Center Specialty Hospital, and Ut Health East Texas Long Term Acute Care.
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