Meet Our Sports Medicine Team in Fort Collins
Dr. Hecker’s Fort Collins clinic is the place where he interacts with patients and involves them in the healing process and their treatment planning. He treats his patients like they are family, explaining what the issues are and what treatment options are available.
Beyond being a skilled surgeon, Dr. Hecker does everything to help patients non-surgically, even when other doctors say they cannot help.
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People-First Values
With a personal and educational approach, Dr. Hecker provides sports medicine and advanced therapies for people of all ages, abilities, and incomes. Dr. Hecker graduated from Colorado State University in Fort Collins before completing his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine degree from the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago. He completed a two-year podiatric surgical residency at St. Mary's of Nazareth Hospital in Chicago, before moving into private practice in 1996. Since then he has developed effective non-invasive strategies and treatments for all types of biomechanical injuries and chronic pain.
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Care & service
Top quality care and service ready to provide you with the highest of industry standards.
Patient safety
Non-invasive treatments and restorative therapies to provide you with peace of mind.
Communication
We listen and want to hear you out. Our personal approach is the foundation of what makes us different.
Commitment
Dr. Hecker is committed to treating you to the best of his ability and providing you with an effective treatment plan.
Dr. Tom Hecker
Founder
Board-certified, Dr. Tom Hecker’s concentration is on non-surgical treatments that help
you feel and be like new – not just better. Dr. Hecker is committed to continuing medical education, equipping him to provide the latest and up-to-date care for patients.
Using the most recent advancement in diagnosis and treatment of all types of injuries, including foot and ankle problems, he provides help to renew patients’ strength.
Natasha Forgey
Nurse Practitioner
Natasha is a Board- Certified Nurse Practitioner with a background in Women and Children
Services, Neonatal ICU and Musculoskeletal Conditions. After many years as a bedside nurse she followed her passion to further her education and step into a provider role as a
Nurse Practitioner. She understands the importance in collaborative care and that making decisions together will produce better outcomes.
She graduated with her Masters Degree
in Nursing in 2020. She has worked for the last three years in a clinic where she can help people recover from musculoskeletal conditions without the use of medication or surgery. She has found a passion in helping the body to heal itself and get people back to their daily activities faster.
She proudly served in the United States Air Force and has lived manyplaces but can proudly call Colorado her home now. She and her husband are raising their two teenagers in Fort Collins and enjoy getting out to the mountains any chance they can get, whether it is to go camping or snowboarding.
Zach
Athletic Trainer
Zach is a Chicago native. He received his B.S. in Athletic Training from Iowa State University. Following his undergrad years, his wife and him moved to Colorado for Zach to pursue his Master's degree in Athletic Administration from Regis University in Denver.
He started with Hecker Sports Medicine in February 2021. In Zach's free time he enjoys golfing and going on hikes with his wife and their Bernese Mountain Dog, Millie. Zach and his wife Rachel also just welcomed their first baby!
Patrick
Therapy Tech
Patrick is a born and raised New Jersian. He has been a Certified Personal Trainer for the last 7 years. He received his certification from Mercer County Community College.
Patrick has competed in Spartan Racing for the past 4 years. He also enjoys backpacking, trail running and mountain biking.
Trevor M
Therapy Tech
Trevor was born and raised in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. I received a B.S in Exercise Science from Grand Valley State University. Upon graduation I moved to Billings, Montana and was there until moving to Fort Collins in 2024.
In my free time I enjoy being in nature, golf, trying new restaurants, coffee, and spending time with my wife and Golden Retriever, Winston.
Jake
Therapy Tech
Jake is a Hoosier from Indianapolis, Indiana. Jake is veteran of the United States Navy and recently earned his B.S. in Exercise Science from Colorado State University.
Jake previously competed as a collegiate rower and swimmer. He enjoys playing hockey, fly fishing, and spending as much time as he can outdoors.
Brad
Therapy Tech
Brad is a Physical Therapist Assistant (AAS, Concorde Career College, 2026) and former collegiate athlete at Chadron State College, whose personal journey with a chronic autoimmune condition inspired his passion for helping others heal.
Outside the clinic, he enjoys traveling, watching movies, and building online businesses. He brings both clinical training and lived experience to every patient he works with.
Chantee S.
Medical Assistant
Chantee was born and raised in a small town outside of Cambridge, England until later moving to the US where she graduated and resides in Colorado. She is a health-care professional with over 15 years of experience in both hospital and clinical patient-centered care including phlebotomy, laboratory services, infusion therapy and patient support. She is passionate about providing compassionate care and helping others feel comfortable throughout their health care experience.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family, cheering on her kids at their sporting events, and traveling.
Kate G.
Medical Assistant
Kate was born and raised in Kirkland, Washington and moved to Colorado to start her undergrad degree at Colorado State University. She recently graduated from CSU with her master's in biomedical science with a concentration in human anatomy and physiology. She hopes to begin PA school in the next few years and eventually work in emergency medicine.
In her free time, she enjoys reading, going on hikes (only if they have a view), and doing movie nights with friends.
Tiffany
Front Office
Tiffany was born and raised in Southern California and now resides in Loveland, Colorado. She attended Front Range Community College, where she earned a degree in Leadership and Management.
She brings over 11 years of experience in healthcare administration and is passionate about supporting a positive patient experience. In her free time, you can catch her on the sidelines cheering on her children at their sporting events or enjoying
Colorado’s many lakes during the summer months.
Stevie
Front Office
Stevie is a 5th generation Fort Collins Native. She has four children, nine grandchildren , and two golden doodles.
She enjoys being outdoors, swimming, and traveling with her husband. She has been working as a receptionist/ front desk for over 30 years.
She also went to school back in 2004 at IBMC and is a certified massage therapist.
Frequently asked questions
Have a question? We have answers!
How much does it cost?
For issues pertaining to knee and below, your initial appointment is $100, and we schedule you for a 30-minute consultation. However, if the appointment does go over 45 minutes, then we do charge you for the full hour which is $300.
When is his first available appointment?
Depending on your current condition, we can typically schedule you within a week. Please call regarding urgent appointments.
Will I need surgery?
Our entire approach is built around avoiding surgery. Dr. Hecker and our team specialize in advanced non-invasive therapies, including PRP, laser therapy, TECAR radiofrequency, and piezoelectric shockwave, designed to heal injuries and restore function without going under the knife.