Dr. Marc Hecker

Doctor of Optometry · Stratton Vamc

Physician Albany, NY

Overview

Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
22 years
since Dec 2004
Gender
Male

Experience

Doctor of OptometryCurrent
Stratton Vamc
Since Dec 2004 · 22 years · Albany, NY

Education

Pa. College of Optometry
BS OD
Franklin & Marshall College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Skills

Contact Lenses Glaucoma Lasik Ocular Disease Optometry Eye Exams Eyewear Dry Eye Refractive Surgery Pediatrics Vision Therapy Low Vision Cataract Research Macular Degeneration Medicine Ophthalmology Diabetic Retinopathy Clinical Research Cornea Lenses Sunglasses Cataract Surgery

Professional Overview

Dr. Marc Hecker is a Doctor of Optometry, currently affiliated with Stratton Vamc, based in Albany, NY. As a physician, Dr. Hecker contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Albany, NY. They have been with Stratton Vamc for 22 years. Dr. Hecker holds academic credentials, including BS OD and Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), from Pa. College of Optometry and Franklin & Marshall College. Core competencies include Contact Lenses, Glaucoma, Lasik, Ocular Disease, Optometry. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit physician professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. Direct outreach to physician specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Albany, NY healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 161,969 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Physician specialty. Marc Hecker is one of them.
  • 9,696 Physicians are based in NY (out of 90,317 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 3 contacts at Stratton Vamc are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Physician compensation in NY: $124,000 – $186,000 (median $147,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Physicians in NY: Sole Proprietor (506), Northwell Health (190), Nyu Langone Health (160).
  • 0% of Physicians in NY hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 59% of Physicians in NY have education credentials on file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Marc Hecker located?

Dr. Marc Hecker is based in Albany, NY. They are currently affiliated with Stratton Vamc.

What is Dr. Marc Hecker's specialty?

Dr. Marc Hecker specializes in Physician. Their current role is Doctor of Optometry.

Where does Dr. Marc Hecker currently work?

Dr. Marc Hecker currently works at Stratton Vamc. They have been there for 22 years.

What is Dr. Marc Hecker's educational background?

Dr. Marc Hecker attended Pa. College of Optometry and Franklin & Marshall College.

How do I contact Dr. Marc Hecker for recruiting?

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What is the average salary for a Physician in NY?

Physicians in NY typically earn $124,000 to $186,000 annually, with a median of $147,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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