Overview
Susan Hecker is a Thoracic Surgeon in Lebanon, Pennsylvania. Her top areas of expertise are Aortic Dissection, Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta, Heart Bypass Surgery, and Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
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Locations
252 S 4th St, Lebanon, PA 17042
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Philosophy of care | My passion is providing patients who have complex cardiovascular problems with the best possible long-term survival and quality of life. I understand that a diagnosis of cardiovascular disease can be very difficult to understand and fully appreciate. I also know how difficult it can be to navigate the health care system for the best results. I offer you and your family the support, knowledge and expertise to make the best decisions for your circumstances, applying the knowledge and therapies that offer the most up-to-date and durable options. I look forward to helping you. | Why I entered medicine | I chose a medical career to advance the health care of patients suffering from cardiovascular disease. | Community involvement | I support the American Heart Association. | Personal interests | Outside of work I enjoy golf, exercise and travel. Dr. Atluri is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Aortic Valve Stenosis, Aortic Regurgitation, Heart Transplant, and Lung Transplant.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Susan Hecker
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Susan Hecker?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Susan Hecker by calling their office at 253-272-7777. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Susan Hecker a top-rated expert for Heart Bypass Surgery?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Susan Hecker is classified as an Experienced expert for Heart Bypass Surgery, 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. Susan Hecker specialize in?
While Dr. Susan Hecker is a Thoracic Surgery, they have specific expertise in Heart Bypass Surgery, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Aortic Dissection. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Thoracic Surgery.
Does Dr. Susan Hecker accept my insurance?
Dr. Susan Hecker accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 253-272-7777 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Experienced
- Aortic DissectionDr. Hecker isExperienced. Learn about Aortic Dissection.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG)Dr. Hecker isExperienced. Learn about Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG).
- Cystic Medial Necrosis of AortaDr. Hecker isExperienced. Learn about Cystic Medial Necrosis of Aorta.
- Heart Bypass SurgeryDr. Hecker isExperienced. Learn about Heart Bypass Surgery.

