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Dr. Michael Heffernan, MD

Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery*
4.4 (7)
Map Pin Small New Orleans, LA
Accepting new patients

Overview of Dr. Michael Heffernan, MD

Dr. Michael Heffernan, MD is a Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery Specialist in New Orleans, LA. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH / MAIN CAMPUS and is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Tulane Medical Center, Allen Parish Hospital, Children's Hospital, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital and Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center. Dr. Heffernan, completed a residency at University of Massachussetts Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Heffernan an average 4.4 star rating.

Dr. Heffernan works at Practice in New Orleans, LA with other offices in Los Angeles, CA, Lafayette, LA and Arcadia, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Scoliosis and Spine Deformities along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem and Blue Cross Blue Shield 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

  1. 1
    Children's Hospital
    200 Henry Clay Ave, New Orleans, LA 70118 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 896-9569
  2. 2
    Children's Hospital Los Angeles
    4650 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (323) 361-2142
  3. 3
    Children's Hospital Lafayette Health Center
    936 Kaliste Saloom Rd, Lafayette, LA 70508 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (504) 896-2888
  4. 4
    Childrens Hospital Los Angeles Chla
    468 E Santa Clara St, Arcadia, CA 91006 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (323) 660-2450

Hospital Affiliations
Admitting Hospitals

Admitting hospitals are where the provider is credentialed to see patients, perform procedures, and send patients for continuous care.

  • Bakersfield Memorial Hospital
  • Tulane Medical Center
  • Allen Parish Hospital
  • Children's Hospital
  • Children's Hospital Los Angeles
  • Lake Charles Memorial Hospital
  • Our Lady Of Lourdes Regional Medical Center

Experience & Treatment Frequency

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Scoliosis
Spine Deformities
Humerus Fracture
Scoliosis
Spine Deformities
Humerus Fracture

Treatment frequency



Many providers have expertise treating multiple conditions or procedures. FindCare uses a variety of data sources to determine which conditions or procedures a provider treats and their level of experience.
Scoliosis
Spine Deformities
Humerus Fracture
Back Pain
Broken Arm
Leg Fracture Below Knee (incl. Ankle)
Tibial Fracture
Wrist Fracture
Spinal Fusion
Achilles Tendinitis
Achilles Tendon Contracture
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Ankle Fracture
Ankle Sprains and Strains
Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tear
Arthrogryposis - Severe Scoliosis
Avascular Necrosis
Avascular Necrosis of Femoral Head
Broken Neck
Cerebral Palsy
Cervical Spine Myelopathy
Cervical Stenosis
Chest Wall Deformity
Chordoma
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Chronic Neck Pain
Clavicle Fracture
Clubfoot
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Coccygeal Pain
Coccyx or Sacrum Fracture
Complications of Joint Prosthesis
Congenital Spine Disorders
Degenerative Disc Disease
Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
Difficulty With Walking
Elbow Sprain
Femur Fracture
Foot Fracture
Fracture of Hand and Fingers
Gait Abnormality
Ganglion Cyst
Genu Varum
Hand Fracture
Herniated Disc
Hip Dysplasia
Hip Fracture
Hip Sprain
Internal Derangement of Knee
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Knee Dislocation
Knee Fracture
Knee Ligament Tears
Knee Sprain
Kyphosis
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Leg Fracture Above Knee (incl. Hip)
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lumbar Compression Fracture
Lumbar Spina Bifida
Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
Lumbar Spine Fracture
Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
Lumbosacral Stenosis
Meniscus Tear
Nerve Root Injury and Plexus Disorders (incl. Pinched Nerve)
Nerve Sheath Tumors
Non-Unions and Malunions of Fractures
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Osteoporosis
Patellar Dislocation
Patellar Disorders
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Pediatric Fractures
Pelvic Fracture
Radiculopathy
Sacrum Disorders
Scapular Fracture
Sciatica (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
Scoliosis as Part of Neurofibromatosis
Scoliosis With Unilateral Unsegmented Bar
Shoulder Fracture
Spina Bifida
Spinal Cord Injury
Spinal Cord Tumor
Spinal Stenosis
Spine Fractures, Traumatic
Spondolthesis
Spondylolisthesis
Sprains and Strains (incl. Muscle Tear)
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Spinal Cord Injury
Thoracic Spine Fracture
Tibia and Fibula Fractures
Torticollis
Traumatic Injuries
Upper Back Pain
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anterior Disc Decompression and Fusion
Arthrocentesis
Bone Scan
Bunion Surgery
Cervical Spinal Fusion
Complex Spinal Deformity Correction
Elbow Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Foot and Ankle Fracture Treatment, Open
Foot and Ankle Ligament and Tendon Repair
Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment
Fracture Care
Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF)
Hammer Toe Repair
Hand and Wrist Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Closed
Hand and Wrist Fracture Treatment, Open
Herniated Disc Surgery
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip Dislocation
Hip Fracture and-or Dislocation Treatment, Open
Image-Guided Spine Surgery
Knee and Leg Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Closed
Knee and Lower Leg Fracture Treatment, Open
Knee Arthroscopy
Lumbar Fusion with Robotic Assist
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
Pediatric Hip Surgery
Pediatric Spine Surgery
Periacetabular Osteotomy
Separated Femoral Epiphysis Treatment
Shoulder Fracture and Dislocation Treatment
Shoulder Fracture Treatment
Spinal Cord Decompression
Spinal Internal Fixation
Spinal Reconstructive Surgery for Deformities
Spine Surgery
Synovial Biopsy
Wound Repair
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    Specialties*
    • Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

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    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1750588836
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Childrens Hospital Los Angeles (CHLA)
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • University of Massachussetts Medical Center
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH / MAIN CAMPUS
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Pennsylvania State University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Orthopedic Surgery
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    Dr. Heffernan has seen patients for Scoliosis and Spine Deformities, 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.

    7 patients have reviewed Dr. Heffernan. The overall rating for this provider is 4.4. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Heffernan.

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