Dr. Marykathleen A. Heneghan M.D.
Endocronologist (Pediatric) | Pediatric Endocrinology
1675 Dempster St 2nd Floor Park Ridge IL, 60068About
Dr. Marykathleen Heneghan is a pediatric endocrinologist practicing in Park Ridge, IL. Dr. Heneghan specializes in growth, puberty, diabetes or other disorders related to hormones that produce certain conditions in children and growing young adults. Pediatric endocrinologists possess copious knowledge on hormone chemicals and how they can affect other parts of the body and their functions.
Education and Training
Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine 2004
Board Certification
PediatricsAmerican Board of PediatricsABP- Pediatric Endocrinology
Provider Details
Treatments
- Birth Defects
- Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
- Hyperthyroidism
- Thyroiditis
- Graves' Disease
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