
Overview
Sara Hefton is a Neurologist and a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Seizures, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Stroke, and Gastrostomy.
Dr. Hefton is board certified in Neurology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
33 South 9th Street, Suite 701, Philadelphia, PA 19107
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sara R. Hefton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sara R. Hefton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sara R. Hefton by calling their office at 215-955-0547. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sara R. Hefton a top-rated expert for Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sara R. Hefton is classified as an Experienced expert for Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, 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. Sara R. Hefton specialize in?
While Dr. Sara R. Hefton is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome, Seizures, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Sara R. Hefton participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sara R. Hefton has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Sara R. Hefton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sara R. Hefton accept my insurance?
Dr. Sara R. Hefton accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 215-955-0547 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.
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- Experienced
- ApoplexyDr. Hefton isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Hefton isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- GastrostomyDr. Hefton isExperienced. Learn about Gastrostomy.
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Hefton isExperienced. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Memory LossDr. Hefton isExperienced. Learn about Memory Loss.
- Opsoclonus-Myoclonus SyndromeDr. Hefton isExperienced. Learn about Opsoclonus-Myoclonus Syndrome.

