
Joseph Heller, DO
Bariatric MedicineBariatric SurgeryGeneral Surgery
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Provider Gender
MaleAbout Joseph Heller and Banner Safety Practices
Care Philosophy
I seek to bring accessible, expert care to each of my patients.
Specializing In
Bariatric Medicine & Surgery
Hernia Repair
Gallbladder Surgery
Interests & Activities
I enjoy spending time with my two young boys watching them grow and develop. My family and I like to be outdoors. We do frequent hiking trips as well as biking, swimming and exploring many of the surrounding nature reserves in the area.
Hospital Affiliations
Banner Estrella Medical Center
Banner Gateway Medical Center
Preferred Phone Number
623-327-8200
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Banner Gateway Medical Center, Bariatric Surgery, 2018
- Residency: Botsford General Hospital, General Surgery, 2017
- Medical School: A.T. Still University, 2012
Board Certifications
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Osteopathic Board of Surgery, 2018
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Locations
- Banner Gateway Weight Loss Center
- 1920 North Higley Road, Suite 308, Gilbert, AZ 85234
- Banner Estrella Weight Loss Center
- 9305 West Thomas Road, Suite 360, Phoenix, AZ 85037
Testimonials
5 out of 5.0
455 ratingsAll patient experience ratings and testimonials are submitted by actual patients and verified by a leading independent customer experience company. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/28/2025
Overall he's grest
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
He was spent a good amount of time with me
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/20/2025
Dr Heller was attentive to my needs and concerns, answered all of my questions, was very thorough in explaining everything to me. Great bedside manner, which is very important to me as a patient
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2025
He was very open to answering my questions and educating me on the subject
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
Great attitude. No pushing to do what he wants. Listens to what I would like.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/27/2025
He truly is the best
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/28/2025
Dr. Heller is an outstanding doctor. Kind, patient, knowledgeable and spends as much time as necessary discussing my options and/or procedures.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/10/2025
Very knowledgeable and answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/10/2025
Great surgeon, attentive to patient concerns and questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/14/2025
I'm really confident with Dr Heller, he's really nice, and is the best bariatric doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/9/2025
Dr. Heller reviewed my prior health issues with me and offered guidance on treatment plans.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/17/2025
He's the best!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/8/2025
Dr Heller is very knowledgeable in his field and also very approachable and caring. All of my interactions with him have been very favorable. My surgery also went very well with no complications.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2025
Very nice doctor very professional and takes his time providing the information. Very knowledgeable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/4/2025
Service was good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2025
Not just a doctor, a friend who really cares about my well-being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/15/2025
I'm very happy with my care from Dr Heller and his staff!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2025
Very good Dr, explains everything, and takes his time to ensure all questions answered
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/20/2025
Excellent surgeon and excellent communicator. I feel he genuinely has the patient's best interests in mind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2025
He is such an amazing Dr, (surgeon). He has an amazing spirit and just truly cares. He always made me feel comfortable and explained everything that I was looking into with my surgery. He gave me all the information I needed to know and has taken the time to take care of me. I felt he truly cared and just always made sure I was taken care of. I know there are a lot of great Dr's that really care but finding them is sometimes hard. I'm so very glad I found him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2024
Great personality and amazingly Dr to patient manners.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/15/2024
He's a great guy!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2024
Very personable, caring and sincere in addressing my issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2024
Wonderful bedside manner and very caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/14/2024
He was very informative and patient with explaining everything and had great bed side manners!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2024
He's super sweet!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/29/2024
Dr. Heller really cares about my needs. He never pushed surgery which made it easier for me to decide to have bariatric surgery. He's friendly and personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2024
Dr. Heller makes you feel important, answers questions and is concerned with my health. He's friendly and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/15/2024
He is the most patient and caring Doctor! He explains everything in a manner I could understand. Always gives me multiple options not just forcing me to stick to one. As well as educates me about my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/5/2024
Dr. Heller was one of the best doctors I have met. He explained my surgery and things to be done with detail and patience. He showed care and attention to my concerns as well. I'm grateful for him and His team.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/4/2024
He was very nice, polite. He explained everything to me about my upcoming surgery in terms I understood. If I needed to ask follow-up questions he was willing to wait and explain everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
He is great, he will sit and listen to all of your concerns and answer your questions without trying to rush out. He is a very respectful Dr
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2024
He was informative and very open about everything
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2024
Dr Heller gave his honest opinion and concern. I look forward to hearing back from him to resolve my issue.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2024
Dr. Heller As always treated me with polite and professional care and answered all my questions in a way that I can understand
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2024
Dr. Heller is a kind and caring doctor. He's also very respectful and kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/30/2024
He was very kind, understanding and patient with me. Came to check on me and assure me everything will be ok and answered all my questions and concerns .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/17/2024
He's the best doctor I've had since moving to Arizona 17 years ago.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2024
He made me feel great about my treatment plan and goes to reach for the weight loss journey I am on.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/10/2024
He is very patient and explains every question that you have thoroughly very nice and understanding and professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2024
He cares about his patients and is willing to take time and answer all questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/2/2024
He is an amazing and awesome man.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/31/2024
Dr Heller is the Bomb. He visits and follow up with his patients.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/26/2024
He was a great Dr. very professional yet seemed very caring also.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/22/2024
He's a very caring doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/19/2024
He's a true sweetheart! He cares about his patients and it's obvious.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
Dr. Joseph Heller did amazing. He was straightforward and cared about me being his patient. Address any concerns I had and made me feel comfortable and reassuring and my surgery. Thanks!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
Dr Heller was respectful and knowledgeable about my situation and how to address all my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2024
Dr Heller is fantastic has the best bedside manners.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2024
He's a good doctor, good communication skills, genuine caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2024
He's been great with me explaining and making sure I understand everything that's going to happen and the procedure
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/7/2024
He is amazing
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2024
He is very compassionate about his Patients and very caring and understanding and Professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/16/2024
Professional and extremely knowledgeable. Took time to explain my situation and what the services they offer could do for me. I actually enjoyed my visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2024
Superb doctor, glad to have found him and feel quite comfortable with him doing my procedure. I highly recommend him and would use him again if needed in the future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/25/2024
He's attentive and concerned and is quite funny
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/8/2024
He was wonderful! He was knowledgeable and answered all my questions without making me feel like I was backing his schedule up. He listened to what I was saying. I felt like he really cared about my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2024
Dr Heller has been very transparent, has always explained everything very well, and is very approachable. I have already referred him to a few friends and family members.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/14/2024
Excellent Customer Service
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/17/2023
Spent time with me, explained my options and made me feel important.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/16/2023
Dr. Heller was very informative and made me feel comfortable with my procedure taking the time to explain the whole process thoroughly. I was amazed by how accurately he described the recovery process and what to expect.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/21/2023
Very easy to talk to has my best interest at heart.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/8/2023
He was kind and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2023
Professional demeanor and answered questions to my questions and concerns in a manner that put me at ease and gave me confidence in him and the procedure to be performed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2023
He listened to my concerns and addressed every one of them. It made having surgery much less stressful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2023
Dr. Heller is the best. He has walked me through the whole process and made everything smooth.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/13/2023
Took his time and answered all my questions I had at the moment and made me feel comfortable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/12/2023
Dr. Heller is the best. He actually cares about his patients and listens.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/27/2023
Very likeable and easy to talk with
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2023
He just great!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/18/2023
Dr. Heller made my initial experience very comfortable and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/17/2023
Efficient and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2023
He is caring and understanding.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2023
Dr Heller is amazing he listens to your concerns and answers all of your questions. I feel like he takes time with you and genuinely cares. I have already recommended him to my family and friends.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2023
Dr. Heller is a great doctor. He is very informative and explains to me every detail I need to know.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/14/2023
Excellent in all areas
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/9/2023
Very personable. Cares about the patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2023
Friendly and great service.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2023
He is the best. He cares and explains everything. He is truly the best doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/14/2023
Very knowledgeable, thorough and straight forward.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/13/2023
Dr. Heller showed concern and spent adequate time with me. He is personable and caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2023
Good job and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/31/2023
Dr. Heller was very knowledgeable in all the information he gave me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/21/2023
Answered all questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/17/2023
He spoke to me with a friendly voice and seemed to really care about me and my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/16/2023
He was very attentive to my situation and really listened to my concerns and ideas. I didn't feel rushed and he took his time answering my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/2/2023
Knowledgeable, easy to talk to and professional at all times.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/29/2023
Dr. Heller clearly explained the services the office. He took his time and didn't act rushed. He made it clear that his primary interest was in making sure I felt empowered to make the best choice for myself.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2023
He took the time to explain his recommendations to me. He encouraged me to try diet and exercise as a way to lose weight. I believe he is correct. Also, he said being successful starts in the mind and setting goals
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2023
Knowledgeable kind.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2023
Very informative he took his time to explain the procedures.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/29/2023
It was my first visit and my wife and I left there feeling great about future appointments
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/20/2023
He was open and thorough.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/17/2023
Doctor took the time after surgery to explain everything about the procedure with my husband. My husband appreciated the time Doctor Heller spent with him.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/6/2023
Great surgeon and doctor for follow ups
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/4/2023
He listens and is professional. Answered all my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/31/2023
Very nice and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/20/2023
Excellent. Passionate.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/13/2023
Discussed options. Very helpful. Allowed me to discuss my concerns. No rush. Friendly.
Similar Providers
Banner Gateway Weight Loss Center
1920 North Higley Road, Suite 308, Gilbert, AZ 85234
Banner Estrella Weight Loss Center
9305 West Thomas Road, Suite 360, Phoenix, AZ 85037

