Overview
Dr. Heffernan serves as the Baylor Scott & White North Texas regional medical director for geriatrics and is the medical director of the Baylor Scott & White HouseCalls program. She is board-certified in family, geriatric, and hospice and palliative medicine specialties. Dr. Heffernan specializes in the care of older adults and provides quality, comprehensive healthcare. Her goal is to ensure that her patients maintain quality of life and avoid visits to the emergency room or hospital. In addition to caring for her patients, Dr. Heffernan teaches residents from the Baylor Scott & White Family Medicine Residency Program. She is married to a physician, and they have one child. She enjoys spending quality time with her family and riding horses.
Dr. Heffernan is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Opioid Induced Constipation, Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, and Necrosis.
Dr. Heffernan is board certified in Hospice & Palliative Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine/Hospice And Palliative Medicine, Geriatric Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine, Hospice And Palliative Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine, Geriatric Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine/Geriatric Medicine, and Family Medicine- American Board Of Family Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Heffernan is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
4009 Worth St, Ste B, Dallas, TX 75246
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Dallas County Hospital District
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Texas Health Internal Medicine Residency Clinic
Jennifer Attmore is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Plano, Texas. Dr. Attmore is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sitosterolemia, High Cholesterol, Vitamin D Deficiency, and Familial Hypertension.
Texas Health Adult Care
Paul Anthony is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics and Internal Medicine in Plano, Texas. Dr. Anthony is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses High Cholesterol, Infant Hyperglycemia, Sitosterolemia, and Multiple Carboxylase Deficiency. Dr. Anthony is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan by calling their office at 214-820-9115. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan a top-rated expert for Opioid Induced Constipation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan is classified as an Advanced expert for Opioid Induced Constipation, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan specialize in?
While Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan is a Geriatrics, they have specific expertise in Opioid Induced Constipation, Familial Hypertension, and Hypertension. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Geriatrics.
Does Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Opioid Induced Constipation. You can view a list of Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan accept my insurance?
Dr. Jennifer D. Heffernan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 214-820-9115 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Opioid Induced ConstipationDr. Heffernan isAdvanced. Learn about Opioid Induced Constipation.
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- HypertensionDr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Hypertension.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST)Dr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST).
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- MalnutritionDr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Malnutrition.
- NecrosisDr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- Orthostatic HypotensionDr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Orthostatic Hypotension.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Dr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)Dr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
- Vascular DementiaDr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Vascular Dementia.
- Vitamin D DeficiencyDr. Heffernan isExperienced. Learn about Vitamin D Deficiency.