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Dr. Joseph Hecht, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
3.8 (12)
Map Pin Small Munster, IN
Accepting new patients
45 years of experience

Overview of Dr. Joseph Hecht, MD

Dr. Joseph Hecht, MD is an Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in Munster, IN. They specialize in Orthopedic Surgery, has 45 years of experience, and is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery. They graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and is affiliated with Franciscan Health Munster, Franciscan Health Dyer, Community Hospital, Franciscan Health Hammond and St. Catherine Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Hecht an average 3.8 star rating.

Dr. Hecht works at Practice in Munster, IN. They are accepting new patients and accept Anthem, Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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    730 45th St, Munster, IN 46321 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (219) 924-3300

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  • Franciscan Health Munster
  • Franciscan Health Dyer
  • Community Hospital
  • Franciscan Health Hammond
  • St. Catherine Hospital

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Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
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Broken Neck
Bunion
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Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chondrocalcinosis
Clavicle Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Femur Fracture
Foot Conditions
Foot Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Gout
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Hammer Toe
Hand Fracture
Hip Fracture
Hip Injury
Hip Pointer
Hip Sprain
Humerus Fracture
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Disorders
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Injuries
Knee Sprain
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Lumbar Spine Fracture
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Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteopenia
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Plantar Fasciitis
Pseudoarthrosis
Radiculopathy
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rotator Cuff Tear
Runner's Knee
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Shoulder Injuries
Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylosis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Trigger Finger
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Anterior Approach Total Hip Replacement
Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Carpal Tunnel Release
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Tarsal or Metatarsal
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot Surgery
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Hip Surgery
Joint Drainage
Joint Replacement Surgery
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Knee Replacement Revision
Knee Surgery
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Partial Hip Replacement
Peripheral Nerve Block
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement
Shoulder Surgery
Steroid Injection
Total Hip Replacement
Trigger Finger Release
Trigger Point Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
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    About Dr. Joseph Hecht, MD

    Specialties*
    • Orthopedic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 45 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English, Spanish
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    NPI Number
    • 1528077542
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    Education & Certifications

    Internship
    • University of Chicago
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Washington University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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