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Dr. Heidi Killefer, MD

Dr. Heidi Killefer, MD

Pediatrics*

Dr. Heidi Killefer, MD is a pediatrician in Council Bluffs, IA. She is affiliated with medical facilities such as Methodist Jennie Edmundson and CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs. She is accepting new patients.

Methodist Physicians Clinic (1 Edmundson Place)

1 Edmundson Pl Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Care Philosophy

"Heidi Killefer, MD, knew she wanted to be a doctor when she was 6 because of the way her doctor interacted with her. During ear exams, he'd pretend little people were living inside of her ears, and he'd give her updates..."

- Dr. Heidi Killefer, MD

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Killefer specializes in the area of Pediatrics. See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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About Me

care philosophy

Heidi Killefer, MD, knew she wanted to be a doctor when she was 6 because of the way her doctor interacted with her. During ear exams, he'd pretend little people were living inside of her ears, and he'd give her updates on them.\n"Once I was older,...read more

biography

Heidi Killefer, MD, knew she wanted to be a doctor when she was 6 because of the way her doctor interacted with her. During ear exams, he'd pretend little people were living inside of her ears, and he'd give her updates on them.\n"Once I was older,...read more
  • Pediatrics

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Mayo Technical College

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Pediatrics®
Pediatrics
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Locations

Methodist Physicians Clinic (1 Edmundson Place)

Methodist Physicians Clinic (1 Edmundson Place)1 Edmundson Pl Council Bluffs, IA 51503
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Methodist Jennie Edmundson

    933 E Pierce St
    Council Bluffs, IA 51503
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs

    800 Mercy Dr
    Council Bluffs, IA 51503
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Children's Nebraska

    8200 Dodge St
    Omaha, NE 68114
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