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Dr. John Heffernan, MD

Dr. John Heffernan, MD

Internal Medicine*
40+ years of experience

Dr. John Heffernan, MD is an internist in Reading, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1980. He is affiliated with Reading Hospital.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Practice

950 N Wyomissing Blvd # A Reading, PA 19610
(610) 898-2400

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Heffernan specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Clean Hospital
    Patients said the hospital this doctor practices at is clean. • See hospitals
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Dr. Heffernan's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Heffernan

3.7

6 ratings, 2 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mohnton, PA – Dec 24, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
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Misti Layser in Mohrsville, Pa – Aug 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Heffernan, MD is an internist in Reading, PA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from George Washington University School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1980. He is affiliated with Reading Hospital.

  • Internal Medicine

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  • Reading Hospital Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 1984

  • University Of Kentucky Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1983

  • University Of Kentucky Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1981

  • George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences

    Medical School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Tower Health Medical Group950 N Wyomissing Blvd # A Reading, PA 19610
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Berks Internal Medicine LTD560 Van Reed Rd Ste 101 Reading, PA 19610
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Berks Ambulatory Surgery Center LLC50 Commerce Dr Reading, PA 19610
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Reading Hospital

    420 S 5th Ave
    Reading, PA 19611
    Recipient of 26
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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