Expertise in
18
conditions

Dr. Leonard T. Heffner

Hematology | Oncology
Emory University School Of Medicine Department Of Ophthalmology
1365 Clifton Rd NE, 
Atlanta, GA 
53 Years of Experience
Expertise in
18
conditions
Emory University School Of Medicine Department Of Ophthalmology
1365 Clifton Rd NE, 
Atlanta, GA 

Overview

Leonard Heffner is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. He has been practicing medicine for over 53 years.

Dr. Heffner is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, Multiple Myeloma, Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL), Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Bone Marrow Transplant.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 51 peer reviewed articles.

Specialties

Hematology
Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in GA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • HMO
  • PPO
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  • POS
  • PPO

Locations

Emory University School of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology
1365 Clifton Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30322

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.

51 Total Publications

Plain Language Summary of the iNNOVATE study: ibrutinib plus rituximab is well-tolerated and effective in people with Waldenström's macroglobulinemia.
Plain Language Summary of the iNNOVATE study: ibrutinib plus rituximab is well-tolerated and effective in people with Waldenström's macroglobulinemia.
Journal: Future oncology (London, England)
Published: February 23, 2023
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Office

1760 Haygood Dr NE, 
Atlanta, GA 
 (0.2 miles away)
404-785-1112
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Leonard T. Heffner

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Is Dr. Leonard T. Heffner a top-rated expert for Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Leonard T. Heffner is classified as an Distinguished expert for Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, 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. Leonard T. Heffner specialize in?

While Dr. Leonard T. Heffner is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia, Multiple Myeloma, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.

Does Dr. Leonard T. Heffner participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Leonard T. Heffner has published 51 articles and abstracts on conditions like Waldenstrom Macroglobulinemia. You can view a list of Dr. Leonard T. Heffner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Leonard T. Heffner accept my insurance?

Dr. Leonard T. Heffner accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 404-778-1900 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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