Dr. Nathan Roger Heckerson MD
Hospitalist
4401 Wornall Rd Kansas City MO, 64111About
Dr. Nathan Heckerson is a hospitalist practicing in Kansas City, MO. Dr. Heckerson specializes in the comprehensive medical care of hospitalized patients. As a hospitalist, Dr. Heckerson manages the clinical problems of hospitalized patients and the acutely ill, while working to improve the performance of the hospital. Dr. Heckerson works in collaboration with all of the different doctors that are working with the patient. Hospitalists are involved in the diagnosis, treatment and medical procedures of patients.
Education and Training
University of Wales in Great Britain 2009
Board Certification
Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Stroke
- Cerebrovascular Disease
- Pneumonia
- Pain
- Vascular Disease
Professional Memberships
- Member Saint Luke's Care
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