Summary

Dr. Richard Eckert is an orthopedic surgeon with expertise in both orthopedic surgery and general surgery. He earned his medical degree from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and has been practicing medicine for over four decades. His extensive experience spans 43 years in the field, providing patients with comprehensive surgical care.

Dr. Eckert practices at multiple locations throughout Roanoke, Virginia, including Atlantic Coast Neurosurgery, Carilion Roanoke Community Hospital, and Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. His dual specialization allows him to address a wide range of surgical needs for patients in the Roanoke area. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his surgical expertise and patient care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 43 years of experience
  • Rutgers New Jersey Medical School
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Russell Eckert has 3 locations

Atlantic Coast Neurosurgery

3243 Electric Rd Ste 1ARoanoke, VA 24018
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital

1906 Belleview Ave SeRoanoke, VA 24014

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Dr. Richard Russell Eckert, MDDr. Gerald Alan Demasters, MDDr. Albert Charles Weed, MDDr. Miram K Afridi, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryPsychiatrySurgeryAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.4 
2.8 
43 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Roanoke , VASalem , VASalem , VABlacksburg , VA
Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: Aga Khan University Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Russell Eckert

  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Russell Eckert has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Russell Eckert has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery (Hip Replacement Arthroplasty)
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Leg Fracture (Tibial Fractures)
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Soft Tissue Injuries
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Dr. Richard Russell Eckert holds an active medical license in the state of Virginia.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Virginia that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Rutgers New Jersey Medical School in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Eckert's NPI number is 1982652988.

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Dr. Richard Eckert's office is located at 3243 Electric Rd Ste 1A, Roanoke, VA, 24018.
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