Overview
Kristen Heard is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Union City, Pennsylvania.
Dr. Heard is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Gangrene, Plantar Fasciitis, Hemangiopericytoma, and Idiopathic Edema.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
101 E High St, Union City, PA 16438
965 Shamrock Ln, Corry, PA 16407
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.
AHN Surgical Oncology At Saint Vincent Cancer Institute
Dr. David Bartlett is chair of the AHN Cancer Institute. An internationally recognized cancer surgeon, he is a pioneer in abdominal cancer treatment and a dedicated, prolific researcher. He is past president of the Society of Surgical Oncology. He served as a senior investigator in the surgery division of the Center for Cancer Research at the National Cancer Institute, where he developed innovative surgical techniques to treat patients with abdominal and liver cancers and performed cutting-edge laboratory research in viral based immune therapies. Dr. Bartlett received his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical School at Houston and completed his surgical residency at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He continued his training with a Fellowship in surgical oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York City. He completed research fellowships at M.D. Anderson Hospital in Houston, Texas, and the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Board-certified by the American Board of Surgeons, Dr. Bartlett holds membership in several professional surgical and oncology societies. He received many academic honors during his career and has been chosen as one of Pittsburgh’s Best Doctors every year since 2006. He has published over 300 research papers in medical journals and has contributed chapters to more than 40 publications. In addition, he lectures widely at national and international meetings and conferences. Dr. Bartlett is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatectomy. Dr. Bartlett is board certified in American Board Of Surgery - Surgery (General Surgery).
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Luis C Gonzalez MD
Luis Gonzalez is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Bradford, Pennsylvania. Dr. Gonzalez is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction, Hernia, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Pacemaker Implantation, and Gastrectomy. Dr. Gonzalez is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Kristen L. Heard
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kristen L. Heard?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Kristen L. Heard by calling their office at 814-438-2088. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Kristen L. Heard a top-rated expert for Gangrene?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kristen L. Heard is classified as an Advanced expert for Gangrene, 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. Kristen L. Heard specialize in?
While Dr. Kristen L. Heard is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gangrene, Plantar Fasciitis, and Hemangiopericytoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Kristen L. Heard participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Kristen L. Heard has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Gangrene. You can view a list of Dr. Kristen L. Heard's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Kristen L. Heard accept my insurance?
Dr. Kristen L. Heard accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 814-438-2088 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- GangreneDr. Heard isAdvanced. Learn about Gangrene.
- Plantar FasciitisDr. Heard isAdvanced. Learn about Plantar Fasciitis.
- Experienced
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- CellulitisDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Foot DropDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- HemangiopericytomaDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Hemangiopericytoma.
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- LymphangitisDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Lymphangitis.
- NecrosisDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Necrosis.
- OsteomyelitisDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis.
- Osteomyelitis in ChildrenDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Osteomyelitis in Children.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Varicose VeinsDr. Heard isExperienced. Learn about Varicose Veins.
