Dr. Christopher A. Heck graduated from Medical School at the University of South Alabama in Mobile and completed a General Surgery Internship and Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at the University of Kentucky, College of Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Heck then went to Duke University for his Spine Fellowship. In addition to his busy spine surgery practice, Dr. Heck is also an instructor for NuVasive. He teaches XLIF, a minimally invasive spine surgery to colleagues across the Country.
Dr. Christopher A. Heck graduated from Medical School at the University of South Alabama in Mobile and completed a General Surgery Internship and Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at the University of Kentucky, College of Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Heck then went to Duke University for his Spine Fellowship. In addition to his busy spine surgery practice, Dr. Heck is also an instructor for NuVasive. He teaches XLIF, a minimally invasive spine surgery to colleagues across the Country.
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I had a great visit with Dr. Heck and i appreciated all of the information given and the time he spent in our appointment. I was not pleased about waiting for an hour and a half before seeing him.
(3 days ago)
Jul-2026
I went there to receive treatment, and that’s what I received! Short & sweet!
(3 days ago)
Jul-2026
Great dr
(4 days ago)
Jul-2026
Clearly explained my problems and outlined a plan for tests to arrive at a more accurate treatment plan.
(5 days ago)
Jul-2026
Dr. Heck, Lauren, Anna and all staff are wonderful. He has performed multiple back surgeries on me and the only one I trust to work on my back.
(1 week ago)
Jul-2026
Spent time with me explaining my disabilities and why! Actually communicated with me and have many physicians who just do not communicate!
(2 weeks ago)
Jul-2026
Very friendly. Smart. Cares about his patients.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
I really love Dr Heck. He is such a caring person. Was highly recommended to me by Dr Lawler in Anniston Al. I would recommend him to anyone.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
He is very compassionate, knowledgeable, easy to talk with and very understanding . His entire staff, PA's are great.
(1 month ago)
Jun-2026
Very attentive and thorough; Dr. Heck explained all options carefully and listened to every question I had. He’s very kind and incredibly knowledgeable. I never once felt rushed or that I was asking too many questions. I highly recommend.
Dr. Christopher A. Heck joined Southlake Orthopaedics in January 2018. Prior to joining our team, Dr. Heck practiced orthopaedics in Montgomery, Alabama for the last 10 years specializing in spine surgery. Dr. Heck always thought he would follow in his father’s footsteps becoming a cardiothoracic surgeon. Instead, he quickly learned in medical school he had a strong love for physics and orthopaedics became the surgical field he would choose. Dr. Heck is from Mobile, Alabama.
He graduated from Medical School at the University of South Alabama in Mobile and completed a General Surgery Internship and Orthopaedic Surgery Residency at the University of Kentucky, College of Medicine in Lexington, Kentucky. Dr. Heck then went to Duke University for his Spine Fellowship. In addition to his busy spine surgery practice, Dr. Heck is also an instructor for NuVasive. He teaches XLIF, a minimally invasive spine surgery to colleagues across the Country.
Dr. Heck and his wife, Susan, have two children. When Dr. Heck is not in surgery, he enjoys spending time with his family, hunting and traveling. He is also a car enthusiast.
I had a great visit with Dr. Heck and i appreciated all of the information given and the time he spent in our appointment. I was not pleased about waiting for an hour and a half before seeing him.
I went there to receive treatment, and that’s what I received! Short & sweet!
Great dr
Clearly explained my problems and outlined a plan for tests to arrive at a more accurate treatment plan.
Dr. Heck, Lauren, Anna and all staff are wonderful. He has performed multiple back surgeries on me and the only one I trust to work on my back.
Spent time with me explaining my disabilities and why! Actually communicated with me and have many physicians who just do not communicate!
Very friendly. Smart. Cares about his patients.
I really love Dr Heck. He is such a caring person. Was highly recommended to me by Dr Lawler in Anniston Al. I would recommend him to anyone.
He is very compassionate, knowledgeable, easy to talk with and very understanding . His entire staff, PA's are great.
Very attentive and thorough; Dr. Heck explained all options carefully and listened to every question I had. He’s very kind and incredibly knowledgeable. I never once felt rushed or that I was asking too many questions. I highly recommend.