
Overview
John M. Uecker, MD, is an experienced general surgeon with Ascension Medical Group in Austin, Texas. Dr. Uecker is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. He delivers advanced surgical treatments using minimally invasive and robotic-assisted technology to repair abdominal conditions and other injuries. Dr. Uecker starts by listening to better understand you and your concerns. Then, he works with you to create a surgical care plan to help improve your health.
Dr. Uecker is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, Ganglioneuroma, Endoscopy, and Parathyroidectomy.
Dr. Uecker is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 19 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Uecker is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1601 Trinity St Stop 704, Austin, TX 78712
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John M. Uecker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John M. Uecker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John M. Uecker by calling their office at 512-324-7873. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John M. Uecker a top-rated expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John M. Uecker is classified as an Advanced expert for Familial Colorectal Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. John M. Uecker specialize in?
While Dr. John M. Uecker is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Familial Colorectal Cancer, Hernia, and Endoscopy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. John M. Uecker participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John M. Uecker has published 19 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Colorectal Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. John M. Uecker's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John M. Uecker accept my insurance?
Dr. John M. Uecker accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 512-324-7873 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Uecker isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Experienced
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Uecker isExperienced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- EndoscopyDr. Uecker isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Femoral HerniaDr. Uecker isExperienced. Learn about Femoral Hernia.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Uecker isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Uecker isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Uecker isExperienced. Learn about Gallstones.

