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Dr. Kenneth Eckhert, MD

General Surgery*
3.6 (25)
Map Pin Small Buffalo, NY
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Kenneth Eckhert, MD

Dr. Kenneth Eckhert, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Buffalo, NY. They graduated from Memorial University Of Newfoundland Faculty Of Internal Med and is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo. Patients rated Dr. Eckhert an average 3.6 star rating.

Dr. Eckhert works at Practice in Buffalo, NY. They frequently treat conditions like Incisional Hernia, Gallstones and Umbilical Hernia along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem 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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Dr. Eckhert's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Surgical Associates of Western Ny PC
    550 Orchard Park Rd Ste A103, Buffalo, NY 14224 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (716) 677-5500
  2. 2
    Mercy Hospital
    565 Abbott Rd, Buffalo, NY 14220 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (716) 826-7000
    Monday
    00:00 - 23:45
    Tuesday
    00:00 - 23:45
    Wednesday
    00:00 - 23:45
    Thursday
    00:00 - 23:45
    Friday
    00:00 - 23:45
    Saturday
    00:00 - 23:45
    Sunday
    00:00 - 23:45
  3. 3
    St Joseph Hospital of Cheektowaga New York
    2605 Harlem Rd, Buffalo, NY 14225 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (716) 891-2400

Hospital Affiliations
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  • Mercy Hospital Of Buffalo

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Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Incisional Hernia
Gallstones
Umbilical Hernia
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Ventral Hernia
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Inguinal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ileus
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Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Lipomas
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Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pleural Effusion
Traumatic Brain Injury
Acid Reflux Surgery
Colectomy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Wedge Resection Colon
Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Acute Bowel Infarction
Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal Disorders
Anal Fissure
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Tumor
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Diseases
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Cancer
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Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colon Cancer
Colon Disorders
Colon Polyp
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Congenital Anomaly Intestine
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Cancer
Gallbladder Diseases
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Head and Neck Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis
Illeum Cancer
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Megacolon
Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Osteosarcoma
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Primary Biliary Cholangitis
Pulmonary Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Thrombosis
Thyroid Nodule
Tubo-Ovarian Abscess
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Vascular Disease
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominal Surgery
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adrenalectomy
Adrenalectomy with Robotic Assist
Appendectomy
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Biopsy of Breast
Bladder Surgery
Bunion Surgery
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colon and Rectal Surgery
Colon Surgery
Colonoscopy
Colostomy
Decortication and Pleurectomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Bile Duct Tumor
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision of Testicular Lesion
Fecal Impaction Removal
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastroenterology Procedures
Gastrotomy
Gynecomastia Repair
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Non Invasive Mechanical Ventilatn Robotic Assist
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Pancreatectomy (incl. Pancreas Transplant and Whipple Procedure)
Port Placements or Replacements
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Pyloromyotomy
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Skin Grafts
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy with Robotic Assist
Stomach Surgery
Total Splenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Wound Repair
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    3.6
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    Based on 25 ratings
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    About Dr. Kenneth Eckhert, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1427026327
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Albany Medical Center
    Fellowship
    Medical Education
    • Memorial University Of Newfoundland Faculty Of Internal Med
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Kenneth Eckhert, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Eckhert is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

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    Dr. Eckhert has seen patients for Incisional Hernia, Gallstones and Umbilical Hernia, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Eckhert on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    25 patients have reviewed Dr. Eckhert. The overall rating for this provider is 3.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Eckhert.

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