Summary

Dr. Ron Hekier is a surgeon with 29 years of experience specializing in surgical care. He earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Baylor College of Medicine. His extensive experience has established him as a skilled practitioner in his field. Dr. Hekier communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Hekier practices at multiple locations throughout East Texas, including Tyler, Longview, and Texarkana. He is affiliated with Christus Saint Michael Rehabilitation Hospital and provides care through the Christus Health System network. His surgical expertise focuses on gallbladder conditions such as gallstones and acute gallbladder inflammation. He performs laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, a minimally invasive procedure that offers patients faster recovery times. Patients have given Dr. Hekier an average rating of 4.0 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4
  • 29 years of experience
  • 25 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Baylor College Of Medicine
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 9 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Ron Joseph Hekier has 9 locations

Northeast Texas Cancer & Research Institute

501 Saunders Ave Ste 320Tyler, TX 75702

Trinity Mother Francis Health System

630 S Fleishel AveTyler, TX 75701
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 - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Christus Health

1000 Pine StTexarkana, TX 75501

Christus Saint Michael Health System

2600 Saint Michael DrTexarkana, TX 75503

Northeast Texas Cancer & Research Institute

501 SAUNDERS AVETYLER, TX 75702

Christus Mother Frances Hospital South Tyler

8389 S Broadway AveTyler, TX 75703

Christus Trinity Clinic Douglas

520 Douglas BlvdTyler, TX 75702
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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29 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 35 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Tyler , TXHouston , TXCypress , TXCypress , TX
Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine Med School: Emory University School Of Medicine Med School: UT McGovern Medical School Med School: Universidad Autonoma De San Luis Potosi Slp Mexico
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ron Joseph Hekier

  • Aetna
  • AmeriGroup
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring - HMO
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ron Joseph Hekier has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ron Joseph Hekier has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Baylor College Of Medicine

Medical School

Tufts University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1997

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Frequently Asked Questions

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What languages does Dr. Ron Hekier speak?
Dr. Ron Hekier speaks English.
Does Dr. Ron Hekier accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Ron Hekier accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Ron Hekier affiliated with?
Dr. Ron Hekier is affiliated with Christus Saint Michael Rehabilitation Hospital.
Where is Dr. Ron Hekier's office located?
Dr. Ron Hekier's office is located at 501 Saunders Ave Ste 320, Tyler, TX, 75702.

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