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Dr. Ron Schechter, MD

Dr. Ron Schechter, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Ron Schechter, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Jonesboro, AR and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Schechter has extensive experience in Shoulder & Upper Arm Surgery. He graduated from University of Colorado At Denver in 1995. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center and Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Practice

4802 E Johnson Ave Jonesboro, AR 72405

Make an Appointment

(870) 936-8000

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Schechter is affiliated with Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital Jonesboro, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Schechter specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Schechter's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schechter

4.5

43 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
88%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
12%
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Bobby Wilkerson – Jul 05, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Jun 21, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Helpful
Bryan Pennie – May 25, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
Helpful
Paragould, AR – Jun 24, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linden D Brown in Jonesboro, AR – Sep 06, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
tammy atkins in wynne, ar 72396 – Sep 04, 2016
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
12 people found this helpful
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Ann Bowman in Forrest City, Ar – Sep 01, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I treat patients like I would want my family to be treated. I am sincere, compassionate, caring. I stress the importance of details and customer service.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Colorado Health Sciences Center

    Internship Hospital, 1996

  • University Of Colorado At Denver

    Medical School, 1995

  • University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Northeast Arkansas Clinic Charitable Foundation Inc.4802 E Johnson Ave Jonesboro, AR 72405
1

Practice

Baptist Memorial Hospital-Jonesboro Inc4800 E Johnson Ave Jonesboro, AR 72405
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital

    4800 E Johnson Ave
    Jonesboro, AR 72405
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center

    3100 Oak Grove Rd
    Poplar Bluff, MO 63901

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Lawrence Memorial Hospital

    1309 W Main St
    Walnut Ridge, AR 72476
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