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Dr. Ron Schechter, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 55
Dr. Ron Schechter, MD
4.5 (43 Ratings)
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Dr. Ron Schechter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Jonesboro, AR.
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Dr. Ron Schechter, MD

Orthopedic Surgery* Age 55
Jonesboro, AR
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience
Dr. Ron Schechter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Jonesboro, AR.

About

Dr. Schechter graduated from University of Colorado At Denver. Dr. Ron Schechter, MD is an Orthopedic Surgeon in Jonesboro, AR and has 29 years experience. Dr. Schechter currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital, Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, Piggott Community Hospital and Saint Bernards Medical Center. Dr. Schechter has experience treating conditions like Joint Pain among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Schechter received an average rating of 4.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 43 times. Dr. Schechter's office accepts new patients. Dr. Schechter is board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Joint Pain
Steroid Injection
Arthrocentesis
Joint Pain
Steroid Injection
Arthrocentesis
Joint Pain
Steroid Injection
Arthrocentesis
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Peripheral Nerve Block
Somatic Nerve Block
Ankle Fracture
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Fibular Fracture
Humerus Fracture
Osteoarthritis
Shoulder Fracture
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Wrist Fracture
Broken Arm
Bursitis of Hip
Chondromalacia
Degenerative Disc Disease
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Bursitis
Femur Fracture
Foot Sprain
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Glenoid Labrum Tear
Herniated Disc
Hip Fracture
Hip Pointer
Hip Tendinitis
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Lateral Epicondylitis
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Meniscus Tear
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Rotator Cuff Tear
Rotator Cuff Tendinosis
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica
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Shoulder Tendinitis and Tenosynovitis
Spinal Stenosis
Spondylitis
Tenosynovitis
Tibial Fracture
Trigger Finger
Carpal Tunnel Release
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Hip Replacement
Hip Replacement with Robotic Assist
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee Replacement
Meniscectomy
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Neuroplasty
Rotator Cuff Surgery
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Total Knee Arthroplasty with Robotic Assist
Trigger Finger Release
Ulnar Nerve Transposition
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Achilles Tendinitis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankle and Foot Instability or Derangement
Ankle Sprain and Achilles Tendon Sprain or Rupture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) or Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Tear
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthritis
Arthritis of the Elbow
Ataxia
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Avascular Necrosis
Back Pain
Baker’s Cyst
Bone Cancer
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Radiculopathy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pelvic Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
De Quervain's Disease
Dupuytrens Contracture
Elbow Osteophyte
Elbow Sprain
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Femoral Neck Fracture
Foot Fracture
Gout
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Hand Fracture
Heel Spur
Hip Sprain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Injuries
Knee Osteophyte
Knee Tendinitis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Lumbar Radiculopathy
Lumbar Spina Bifida
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lupus
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Muscle Cramping
Myelopathy
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Osteopenia
Osteosarcoma
Patellar Chondromalacia
Patellar Disorders
Patellar Fracture
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pelvic Fracture
Peripheral Nerve Disorders
Piriformis Syndrome
Plantar Fasciitis
Post-Laminectomy Syndrome
Pseudoarthrosis
Pyogenic Arthritis
Radiculopathy
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Repeated Shoulder Dislocation
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rib Fracture
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rupture of Achilles Tendon
Sacrum Disorders
Scleroderma
Scoliosis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Shoulder Diseases
Shoulder Dislocation
Shoulder Instability
Shoulder Osteophyte
Spina Bifida
Spinal Cord Injury
Spine Deformities
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondylolisthesis
Spondylosis
Sports Injuries
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Sternum Fracture
Systemic Chondromalacia
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Tibia or Fibula Stress Fracture
Achilles Tendon Rupture Repair
ACL Surgery
All Shoulder or Elbow Replacement Procedures
Arthroscopic Joint Surgery
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery
Bursal Drainage
Closed Hip Fracture Treatment
De Quervain's Release
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Elbow Fracture Repair
Excision of Femur or Knee
Excision of Ganglion
Excision of Radius or Ulna
Excision of Scapula, Clavicle, Rib, or Sternum
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Closed
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Hand Tendon Repair
Hip Dislocation
Hip Replacement Revision
Hip Resurfacing
Joint Drainage
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee Replacement Revision
Meniscus Surgery
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Open Hip Fracture Treatment
Partial Hip Replacement
Resection or Ablation of Bone Tumor, Partial or Complete Resection of Bone, Debridement of Bone
Reverse Total Shoulder and Total Shoulder Replacement
Revision of Shoulder or Elbow Replacement
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Shoulder Replacement Revision
Shoulder Surgery
Synovial Biopsy
Total Hip Replacement
Total Shoulder Replacement
Trigger Point Injection
Wound Repair
Wrist Fusion
Wrist Replacement

Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Assurant Health
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Medicare
  • Golden Rule
  • Coventry Health Care

Locations

  1. 1 Nea Baptist Clinic Anesthesia
    4802 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72405
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (870) 936-8000
  2. 2 Baptist Memorial Hospital-Jonesboro Inc
    4800 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR 72405
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (870) 936-1000
    Monday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Tuesday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Wednesday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Thursday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Friday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Saturday
    07:00 - 16:00
    Sunday
    07:00 - 16:00

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Schechter
4.5
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Patient Reviews
Jul 05, 2023
Great doctor. Scheduled my surgery quickly when he saw my issue. Surgery was over fast. Very professional. Definitely knows what he is doing. Within 3 days I was able to walk some. A week later walking better than before!! Pain free for first time in 3 months. Thank you Dr Ron!!
Bobby Wilkerson — Jul 05, 2023
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Specialties*
Orthopedic Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Colorado At Denver
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Orthopedic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Colorado Health Sciences Center
    1996
Internship
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Ron Schechter, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Schechter's profile.

Dr. Ron Schechter, MD is affiliated with Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center, Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital, Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, Piggott Community Hospital and Saint Bernards Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Ron Schechter, MD holds board certification in Orthopedic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Poplar Bluff Regional Medical Center

    3100 Oak Grove Rd, Poplar Bluff, MO

  • Nea Baptist Memorial Hospital

    4800 E Johnson Ave, Jonesboro, AR

  • Arkansas Methodist Medical Center

    900 W Kingshighway, Paragould, AR

  • Piggott Community Hospital

    1206 Gordon Duckworth Dr, Piggott, AR

  • Saint Bernards Medical Center

    225 E Washington Ave, Jonesboro, AR