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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Seemed rushed and no thorough diagnosis. Based it off others and not his own assessment
(4 days ago)
Jan-2026
Dr Heck knew more about my back before he met with me than any doctor I have seen yet. He answered all my questions thoroughly and left me with a great sense of confidence in his handling of my surgery. I am extremely happy that I came to see him.
(6 days ago)
Jan-2026
Very attentive . He answered all my questions. Dr. Heck explained the surgical procedures in detail. All in all it was a great experience. I would not hesitate recommending Dr. Heck to anyone.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
Dr. Heck, has always showed compassion, and always listen, and always willing to answer questions for me. He is an excellent surgeon and highly qualified in his profession.
(1 week ago)
Jan-2026
He was knowledgeable enough, but his bedside manner left something to be desired. He already seemed impatient with me when he came into the room and was very short, conversationally. He seemed to have made his diagnosis before ever meeting me. I feel that he made his decision based off of outdated information and claimed that he didn't have any updated imaging, even though I know I had imaging done after what he claimed he had in his possession .I felt that he dismissed my concerns and was condescending. I wasn't pleased with my interaction. I only gave him 3 stars, because I feel that he is knowledgeable and experienced, but like I said previously, I felt his bedside manner could do with some improvement.
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
Dr. Heck is an Awesome doctor & his
(3 weeks ago)
Dec-2025
he good
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
My visit felt rushed and impatient. Imaging results were not pulled up and explained.
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
It was terrific!
(1 month ago)
Dec-2025
Dr Heck was thorough and reassuring. He is a great doctor!
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.
Seemed rushed and no thorough diagnosis. Based it off others and not his own assessment
Dr Heck knew more about my back before he met with me than any doctor I have seen yet. He answered all my questions thoroughly and left me with a great sense of confidence in his handling of my surgery. I am extremely happy that I came to see him.
Very attentive . He answered all my questions. Dr. Heck explained the surgical procedures in detail. All in all it was a great experience. I would not hesitate recommending Dr. Heck to anyone.
Dr. Heck, has always showed compassion, and always listen, and always willing to answer questions for me. He is an excellent surgeon and highly qualified in his profession.
He was knowledgeable enough, but his bedside manner left something to be desired. He already seemed impatient with me when he came into the room and was very short, conversationally. He seemed to have made his diagnosis before ever meeting me. I feel that he made his decision based off of outdated information and claimed that he didn't have any updated imaging, even though I know I had imaging done after what he claimed he had in his possession .I felt that he dismissed my concerns and was condescending. I wasn't pleased with my interaction. I only gave him 3 stars, because I feel that he is knowledgeable and experienced, but like I said previously, I felt his bedside manner could do with some improvement.
Dr. Heck is an Awesome doctor & his
he good
My visit felt rushed and impatient. Imaging results were not pulled up and explained.
It was terrific!
Dr Heck was thorough and reassuring. He is a great doctor!