Dr. George William Heffner MD
Internist
106 S Claude A Lord Blvd Pottsville PA, 17901About
Dr. George Heffner is an internist practicing in Pottsville, PA. Dr. Heffner specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Heffner provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.
Education and Training
Jefferson Med Coll-Thos Jefferson Univ, Philadelphia Pa 1984
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University 1984
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Diabetes
- Osteoporosis
- Heart Disease
- Epilepsy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Pain
- Abnormal Gait
- Vascular Disease
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- Dr. Robert M Greco M.D.48 Tunnel Rd Pottsville PA 17901
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