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Dr. Richard Hector, MD

Cornea & External Diseases* Age 76
Dr. Richard Hector, MD
5.0 (2 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Hector, MD

Cornea & External Diseases* Age 76
Ellenton, FL
Accepting new patients
50 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. Richard Hector, MD works in Ellenton, FL as a Cornea & External Diseases Ophthalmologist and has 50 years experience.

They are board certified in Ophthalmology and graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1974. Dr. Hector completed a residency at Letterman Army Medical Center. Dr. Hector has has worked on more claims relating to Eye Infections, Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Keratitis than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Hector has received an average rating of 5.0 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. They are affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital. They are accepting new patients. Dr. Hector also speaks German. Dr. Hector practices at The Eye Associates in Ellenton, FL and has additional offices in Bradenton, FL, Ruskin, FL and Sarasota, FL.

Explains Conditions Well

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Trustworthy

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Low Wait Times

Patients are usually seen in 10 minutes or less.

Friendly Staff

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Easy Scheduling

Patients said scheduling was easy.

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    Choice Plus POS II
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Locations

  1. 1 The Eye Associates-Ellenton
    7915 US Highway 301 N Ste 101, Ellenton, FL 34222
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 The Eye Associates-East Bradenton
    6807 State Road 70 E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  3. 3 The Optical Gallery
    7230 55th Ave E, Bradenton, FL 34203
  4. 4 The Optical Gallery
    3894 Sun City Center Blvd, Ruskin, FL 33573
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  5. 5 The Optical Gallery
    7915 US Highway 301 N Ste 101, Ellenton, FL 34222
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  6. 6 Bradenton Anesthesia Services LLC
    6002 Pointe West Blvd, Bradenton, FL 34209
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  7. 7 Eye Glass Place
    2111 BEE RIDGE RD, Sarasota, FL 34239
    Monday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Thursday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Friday
    07:30 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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5.0
Based on 2 Reviews
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May 05, 2020
Dr. Hector has been my doctor for over 10 years. He has always given me totally professional and compassionate care. He is an excellent doctor.
Judy M — May 05, 2020
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About Me

Languages Spoken
German
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Cornea & External Diseases
Ophthalmology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
    1974
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Ophthalmology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Letterman Army Medical Center
    1975
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Letterman Army Medical Center
    1979
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Emory University
    1983
Fellowship Hospital

Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Richard Hector, MD accepts new patients on Medical News Today.

Dr. Hector accepts Aetna, Anthem and AvMed as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Hector accepts here.

Dr. Hector frequently sees patients for Eye Infections, Pinkeye (Conjunctivitis) and Keratitis.

Yes, Dr. Hector speaks German. See Dr. Hector's profile on MedicalNewsToday for more information.

Dr. Hector has a star rating of 5.0/5 and has been reviewed 2 times.

Dr. Hector is board certified in Ophthalmology.

Dr. Hector has been practicing as a Cornea & External Diseases Ophthalmologist for 50 years.

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