As a thoracic surgeon in Michigan, Dr. Earl Hecker is trained to perform complicated surgeries on the lungs, esophagus, heart and other parts of the chest.
Yes, Dr. Earl T. Hecker is accepting new patients at this office.
(248) 471-8486
28080 Grand River Avenue, 203n, Farmington Hills, MI 48336-5966
Dr. Earl Hecker graduated from Chicago College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 1964.
Dr. Hecker has one office in Michigan where he specializes in Thoracic Surgery and Critical Care Medicine.
Following rigorous and lengthy training, thoracic surgeons are uniquely qualified to perform complex surgeries on the chest, or thorax as it is sometimes called. Their focus is usually on the lungs, esophagus, and other areas of the chest, and may also include the heart. As such, Dr. Hecker may see patients in Michigan for a wide range of surgeries, for example removing cancer causing tumors from the esophagus and chest wall, or even a lung transplant.
Critical care specialists like Dr. Hecker provide life-saving care for patients in critical condition. Patients are usually cared for in within intensive care units (ICUs), and may receive life and organ support. Dr. Hecker may also work to stabilize patients and perform time-sensitive, potentially life-saving procedures.
Please Note: The information displayed below is sourced from the 2014 Medicare Physician and Other Supplier National Provider Identifier (NPI) Aggregate Report. It's important to remember that the statistics below are not inclusive of all patients treated by Dr. Hecker, but only those who participate in Medicare.