Alan Heincker, DO
Phelps Health
Specialties
Orthopedics
Sports Medicine
Gender
Male
Special Interests
Joint replacement surgery of the hip, knee and shoulder
Non-operative and operative care of fractures of the arms and legs
Scopes of major joints such as shoulder, knee and ankle
Sports injuries
Soft tissue injuries of the arms and legs (carpal tunnel and tendon repairs)
Board Certifications
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
About Me
I’m Alan Heincker, DO, an orthopedic surgeon at Phelps Health. I joined Phelps Health in 2015 and am well-versed in both non-operative and operative treatment for conditions of both the upper and lower extremities, including arthritis, tendonitis, nerve injuries (carpal tunnel), trauma, fractures, infections, sports injuries and work injuries. My most commonly performed surgeries are joint replacement surgeries, including total hip replacement, total shoulder replacement, total knee replacement and partial knee replacement.
All throughout high school and college, I was a runner, which led to my interest in how the human body works. After working as an emergency room technician, I knew I wanted to be a doctor, and more specifically, treat sports injuries.
As a provider, I take a conservative approach, trying my best to treat conditions without surgery, until surgery is absolutely necessary. I believe the human body has a good capability to heal itself. But if not, surgery is always an option. I easily relate to my patients and strive to always be approachable.
My wife and I are the proud parents of three boys, and we enjoy watching them compete in soccer and basketball. I also coach their soccer team and am on the sidelines at Missouri S&T football games.
Missouri is, and has always been, home to me. I grew up in Dittmer, Missouri, on a farm with draft horses, including Belgians and Percherons. I completed all of my education in this state, and my family lives in the St. Louis area. This makes Phelps Health a great fit for me. I knew I wanted to stay in Missouri, but in a more rural area. Rolla also is home to a thriving university, making it the best of both worlds. I truly love what I do, and where I do it.
Education & Training
Medical School Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine, Kirksville, Missouri
Residency St. Mary’s Medical Center, Blue Springs, Missouri
Awards & Honors
Alan Heincker, DO, won Best Orthopedic Physician/Surgeon in the 2020 "Best of Phelps County" contest sponsored by the Phelps County Focus.
Insurance
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Ratings and Reviews
Provider Overall Quality of Care
The physician and advance practice provider star ratings are an average based on the data collected from the Phelps Health post-visit surveys.
4.9
4.9
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What our patients are saying (Verified reviews from real patients)
The Dr and staff were excellent in every way. First time going to see this Dr and would highly recommend him
Dr. Heincker is great. He explains things very well. He is a caring doctor with his patients.
Dr Heincker always does his job well. No room for improvement. The assistant who seated me could use some attitude improvement.
All is welll.
Gave me what I needed to know about my treatment needed
Everyone was very courteous and helpful. By,
Everyone is very professional the visit I had was outstanding thanks to everyone
Everything was very professional
I don't know any way things could be better with Dr Heincker and his staff/nurses. They are all remarkable people.
Yeah, I just, I definitely would rate Dr. Heincker a 10, especially everybody else on his team, everybody through the operating room and pre-op. I mean, I just really had no problems. I can't say that for the previous surgeon, but Dr. Heincker, I could tell you, explained everything really, really well and in terms that I could easily understand. Didn't pull any punches and just genuinely seemed like he cared. So yeah, I would definitely recommend him to anybody. If I need my right shoulder done, I will come back to him without even thinking twice about it. So really good job all around. It was an excellent, excellent experience. I don't have anything bad to say about it.
Very friendly and treated my knee successfully
If I could rate this provider it would really be way over a 10.
There was a large number of patients in the waiting area and I had to about a hour before see the doctor. I have seen the doctor on previous occasion and I felt he was rushed but did provide good care.
I enjoy each visit and the Dr does no treat me as just someone who taking up his time!!
Dr. Heincker obviously had reviewed the information I provided to the intake nurse (yay!) and listened to my concerns (again, yay!). He showed and explained my x-ray and MRI images, validated my experience (pain), thoroughly presented my treatment options along with his recommendations, and answered my questions. Additionally, he shared clear expectations for surgery if/when I decide to consider that option. I received significant pain relief from injections in my shoulders within a day. I am very pleased with my interaction with Dr. Heincker and the outcome of my visit. The only minor complaint was how long I waited (40 minutes, I think) in the exam room for him.
There was a mixup in time for my appointment but they got us in very soon.
Everyone was great at what they did
All staff was wonderful. They all are cheerful like the Dr. Shots are awesome. Instance relief.
Everything
Dr. Alan is one of the best I have ever been to. He makes sure he tells me when he is ready to put the shot into my body and makes sure I am ready.
Doctor did not act like he cared about my medical history or pain level. I will not return to this particular provider
Doctor and nurses were courteous and treated us well. I will be returning with my zipper spine as the pain worsened. Meanwhile I will use Tylenol. Special thanks to the doctor with good conversation qualities. I understood what he told me and life goes on.
very pleased with treatment.
Dr. Heincker listened carefully to all my concerns. He explained everything patiently to me. I will definitely recommend him to my friends.
Provide a better/roomier/larger parking area.
Professional with friendliness!
The person checking.me in for my x-rays at central registration was slow lost and annoying. Kept telling her x-rays didn't need approval from tricare took her asking 3 people including a supervisor before it sunk in to her head. I've had tricare prime for over 24 years now not like I would.know their policies.
Everything, your team is top notch. And as I retired Army guy, I've seen one or two...outstanding service!!!
Doctor Alan Heincker was super professional when I went to see him regarding shots in both knees on a rotating basis. After giving me the shots, he was always ready to to answer any of my concerns. Really great Doctor, you need to keep him around as you won't find a Doctor of his caliber.
Every thing was great !
All my questions and concerns were answered truthfully with no hesitation and direct eye contact. My confidence went up with each answer.
Very professional and thorough.
Every one treated me with respect and did everything they could to minimize my discomfort
Best doctor in the world
Dr H is the best!
They were very thorough in telling me exactly what was wrong with me. They didn't dilly-dally around about it and I appreciated that. Thank you.
Dr Heincker and the staff are always professional and empathetic. They make me feel welcomed. They listen and answer questions. I appreciate the care I receive. I highly recommend them.
Excellent experience in every way. And the bonus if a small bottle of spring water that I really appreciated at the time. Thank you.
Dr Heincker himself is very personable and listen to what I have to say. Him and his staff are very nice, Good atmosphere and would recommend him to others
Everything great
Everything was great.
Everyone was great. Dr. Alan Heincker was awesome. My arm hurt for 3 months and in about 8 hours the pain was gone . He knew exactly what was wrong and got it fixed !!!
I am always treated with dignity and respect it. They answer all my questions and help me understand each thing that is going on.
Everything about this visit was great
Everyone was very courteous and helpful.
You did outstanding
I was having a some problems with a couple different things and they answered all of them . The Dr. was terrific and he answered all my questions .
Dr. Heincker explained what was causing me the pain I've been having in my hip and what can be done to relieve my pain. He explained how the surgery would be performed and what I can expect during recovery. I'm looking forward to my hip replacement and having relief from the pain.
The nurse was very cordial. So was the doc as usual.
All great!!
Just be nice thanks
Everyone did a very good job
Dr Heincker is a great doctor the only issue I have is that when I was admitted into hospital I had already informed several employees that I could not be admitted for p serration as insurance doesn't pay for meds I normally take under the observation. Well as I found out yesterday that is exactly what I was admitted for and now I owe the hospital $353.53 for meds not covered because of the "observation" admittance. It could have stated I had been admitted because of my oxygen or heart rate but not observation. Not happy about that as I informed everyone from registration to the medical team. That is the only complaint I have. Now I will be making payments till it is paid off and I wouldn't have had to pay anything if it had been done as I asked.
Doing Great!! keep doing what you are doing!!
Dr H was great as always. Bilateral knee and hip cortisone injections every 3 months keep me able to walk. Can't run or jump but I can walk. Dr H never bruises me (anticoagulant patient) or hurts me. He is kind, caring and very knowledgable about best practice care. I thank God for this young man who shows his love of medicine in his every action.
All staff. We're kind professiinsls
Dr. Heincker seemed to be in a big hurry. He didn't allow me time to ask him to remove a growth connected to the knee he will be doing surgery on that could be easily done while I am in surgery. I will have to call his office to tell them about the issue.
Great team. Alan does a great job.
I was well pleased with all the people and procedures I received.
Everyone was pleasant and professional.
Everyone is awesome in Ortho..I would highly recommend Ortho to anyone..
Everything went well. Very pleasant visit.
My experience was great. No improvement needed.
Front desk Cheryl was so nice and professional. Dr Heincker listened to my concerns and helped me both with my physical pain and my emotional issues. Dr heincker is the best doctor I have went to at Phelps health or anywhere.
Everyone in the office is so nice and efficient. Dr Heincker is so pleasant to interact with and answers all my questions without acting like he's too busy no matter how busy his office seems to be.
You did fine. I enjoyed your service and you helped me a lot. I just need another appointment. Thank you. Bye.
Dr Heincker always provides me with the best information I could possibly receive. When I tell him I have a question or two he stops what he's doing and listens to me intently. His answers aren't always what I want to hear but they're straight and to the point. I personally don't think he could ever be replaced.
I was happy to finally get an appointment with the doctor. Everyone was very attentive and explained everything to me. I was in, x-rayed and out in less than an hour.
Dr Heincker was awesome, as always!
The entire staff, including Dr. Heincker were efficient, polite, friendly, and well organized. From check in to x-ray to time with the doctor, to scheduling ...every step was handled with professionalism, genuine care and smiles! I could not imagine having a better group of people to work with as I healed.
Everything was done very professionally. The doctor was very professional and knowledgeable.
Faith greeted us. She is always friendly. The doctor came in cheerful as always. He has away of making you feel good when you hurt. The shots helps us lots.
Everyone was kind and caring. The after notes written by doctor were not completely accurate, but close enough...
Always a pleasant visit.
One of the best physicians, and staff, at the Phelps Health Organization.
Scheduling an appointment takes a couple weeks. I was off work waiting to get an appointment to see the Dr.
It was great. Didn't feel rushed out of there . I just really happy with Dr.Heincker
My diagnosis was explained as my x-ray was shown to me, as well as other images and text pulled up to give me more insight. My options were thoroughly explained, along with expected outcomes and potential problems. I was never pressured to make a certain choice, rather I was given time to process and come to a decision I was comfortable with. Dr. Heincker is relatable, pleasant and I never feel like he is in a hurry to get me out the door. He listens to me and unlike some doctors, when I read his letter to my PCP, I feel like he is concise, accurate, and that he 'gets me'. I recommend him to anyone that needs an orthopedic surgeon.
The reception nurse was open and friendly with intention to help me as much as she could. You could tell she loved her job. Dr. Alan Heincker showed me on the exray what ws wrong with my knee and possible outcomes and which would be possibly most effective for my age. He gave me a steroid shot in my knee and I am thrilled to say my knee is sooo much better.
Everything was a 10. I trust your team with all my concerns, thank you very much.
The lady at ck in was very nice. The gentleman that took my vitals was great. The physician was wonderful. I felt very comfortable talking with him. I would trust him with my life. He's one in a million. Thank you.
Dr Heincker is the best! I recommend him to everyone! He takes excellent care of me!
Everything was fine.
The receptionist at the front desk was the nicest person we have ever dealt with
Dr Heincker is awesome I just hope he does not leave like so many other good Doctors do .
Dr. Heincker is so personable and caring. The nurse who roomed me was great!
You could not do better than Dr. Heincker. Very nice, caring and explains things in understandable terms. This Doctor gets a 10 out of 10.
Always professional, team there makes it seem less doctor appointment and more of a visit with friends. Do not fire any of them!!!
Always EXCELLENT
Everything was good
Everyone did a outstanding job very professional doctor he showed concern for his patient
I was treated with the utmost respect and was informed of everything before it happened! I was very nervous about my operation!! However, I was extremely impressed with everyone from the pre op visit to the operating room to post op visits!! Thank you!! Highly recommend this team of health care professionals to anyone!!
I'm very pleased with the doctor. He was just, he could not have been any better. And I thank him for what he did.
They treated me great.
Everybody did their job very well. I can't think of anything that they did wrong. I can't think of anything that they did wrong. I'm very satisfied with Phelps Health.
I was concerned about the extended and future procedures like possible surgery for my knee. I have a greater understanding and different ways to handle my pain. Things to consider carefully.
Staff was great. Nurses were great. Therapist group were great. Dr. Heincker was super great.
Dr Heincker always listens and explain things in a way you understand. He might have been a little more rushed because he was running behind.
Made me feel more like a family member than just a customer.
Keep up the good work