Dr. Jeffrey J Heckert MD
Family Practitioner
19 South Gorham Crossing Gorham ME, 04038About
Dr. Jeffrey Heckert is a family practitioner practicing in Gorham, ME. Dr. Heckert specializes in comprehensive health care for people of all ages. In addition to diagnosing and treating illnesses, family practitioners also put focus on preventative care with routine checkups, tests and personalized coaching on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Dr. Heckert possesses immense general knowledge on maintaining health and today, family practitioners provide more care for the underserved and rural populations than any other medical specialty.
Education and Training
Jefferson Med Coll-Thos Jefferson Univ, Philadelphia Pa 1989
Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University 1989
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Sinusitis
- High Cholesterol
- Bronchitis
- Hypothyroidism
- Pain
- Tonsillitis
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Vascular Disease
- Strep Throat
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