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Dr. John Heffernan, MD

Urology*

4.8 (14)

Wakefield, RI

Accepting new patients

38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

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Overview of Dr. John Heffernan, MD

Dr. John Heffernan, MD is an Urology Specialist in Wakefield, RI. They specialize in Urology, has 38 years of experience, and is board certified in Urology. They graduated from Georgetown University School of Dentistry and is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Charlton Memorial Hospital, Newport Hospital and South County Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Heffernan an average 4.8 star rating.

Dr. Heffernan works at South County Health Urology - Wakefield in Wakefield, RI with other offices in Newport, RI. They frequently treat conditions like Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Kidney Stones and Blood in Urine (Hematuria) along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Heffernan's Office Locations

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South County Health Urology - Wakefield
70 Kenyon Ave Ste 210, Wakefield, RI 02879 Directions (401) 788-8780
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South County Health Urology - Newport
38 POWEL AVE, Newport, RI 02840 Directions (401) 788-8780

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The Miriam Hospital
Charlton Memorial Hospital
Newport Hospital
South County Hospital

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About Dr. John Heffernan, MD

Specialties*

Urology
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Years of Experience

38 years of experience

Languages Spoken

English

NPI Number

1649243643

Education & Certifications

Medical Education

Georgetown University School of Dentistry

Board Certifications

Urology

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Is Dr. John Heffernan, MD accepting new patients?

Dr. John Heffernan, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Heffernan is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

Does Dr. John Heffernan, MD accept my insurance?

Dr. Heffernan accepts Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield and Cigna, and other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

Does Dr. John Heffernan, MD offer telehealth services?

Dr. Heffernan has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

What practice does Dr. John Heffernan, MD work with?

Dr. Heffernan works at South County Health Urology - Wakefield in Wakefield, RI with other offices in Newport, RI. View the full addresses on Dr. Heffernan’s profile.

What are common conditions Dr. John Heffernan, MD treats?

Dr. Heffernan has seen patients for Urinary Tract Infection (UTI), Kidney Stones and Blood in Urine (Hematuria), and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Heffernan on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

How do patients rate Dr. John Heffernan, MD in reviews?

14 patients have reviewed Dr. Heffernan. The overall rating for this provider is 4.8. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Heffernan.

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Dr. John Heffernan, MD

Overview of Dr. John Heffernan, MD

Dr. Heffernan's Office Locations

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