Joseph Alan Heitz
Radiologist | Diagnostic Radiology
601 S Center Ave Merrill WI, 54452About
Dr. Joseph Heitz is a radiologist practicing in Merrill, WI. Dr. Heitz specializes in diagnosing and treating injuries and diseases using medical imaging techniques such as X-Rays, magnetic resonance imaging and computed tomography exams. These techniques offer accurate visibility to the inside of the patients body and help to detect otherwise hidden illnesses so that they can be treated quickly and efficiently.
Education and Training
Univ of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh 1983
University of Cincinnati College of Medicine 1983
Board Certification
RadiologyAmerican Board of RadiologyABR
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