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Dr. Heather Joan Gillespie M.D., Rheumatologist
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Dr. Heather Joan Gillespie M.D.

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

4/5(43)
1225 E Coolspring Ave Michigan City IN, 46360
Rating

4/5

About

Dr. Heather Gillespie is a rheumatologist practicing in Michigan City, IN. Dr. Gillespie specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Gillespie treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

Education and Training

Ross University School Of Medicine, Roseau, Commonwealth Of Dominica, West Indies MD

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 16 years of experience

Treatments

  • Osteoporosis
  • Arthritis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Neck Pain
  • Pain
  • Degenerative Disc Disease (ddd)

Dr. Heather Joan Gillespie M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1225 E Coolspring Ave

1225 E Coolspring Ave -
Michigan City, IN 46360
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New patients: 219-873-2964, 219-861-8161, 219-879-5869
Fax: 219-873-2906

Dr. Heather Joan Gillespie M.D.'s reviews

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Patient Experience with Dr. Gillespie


4.0

Based on 43 reviews

Dr. Heather Joan Gillespie M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 43 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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