Dr Darien Heron, MD | Aptos, CA | Internal Medicine

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Dr. Darien Heron specializes in internal medicine, focusing on comprehensive care for adult patients. They completed medical school at Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina and finished residency training at Kaiser Permanente Medical Center. With 27 years of experience in practice, Dr. Heron brings extensive knowledge to patient care. They are fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Heron practices at Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz, serving patients in Aptos, California. They treat conditions such as joint pain, back pain during pregnancy, and back pain in children and teens. Dr. Heron performs physical therapy, incorporates strength training into treatment plans, and provides manual therapy techniques. Patients rate Dr. Heron 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.

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accepting new patients
4.3

9 Ratings
27 years of experience
35 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Kaiser Permanente Medical Center
7 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me

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Dr Heron's Ratings and Reviews

4.3

9 Ratings with 7 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 4 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Had a good bedside manner: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Spent time with me: (7) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (2) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (6) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
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Sr. Heron took my son's symptoms and got himthe scans needed to diagnose his cancer. Due tothe early diagnosis he is alive five years later. Thank you Dr. Heron!

June 11th, 2012

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Dr. Heron is one of the better Drs I've had. She gives you her complete attention, she quickly grasps what you are trying to tell her, and she tends to go with your wishes if it is possible and if it is a good solution for your problem. She is easy to talk to, and if I hadn't just had the best Dr in the world who moved away, I would probably say she was the best.

February 12th, 2009

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Dr Heron gives you 100% of her attention, she is caring, intelligent and responsive. Her staff is attentive and follows through the same day.

February 8th, 2009

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Dr. Heron is the best medical doctor I have ever seen! She is considerate, shows warmth and is dedicated to her patients.

October 28th, 2008

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I thought she was caring and attentive

October 6th, 2008

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She is thoughtful, the best doctor I have ever seen

October 4th, 2008

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As another doctor refered to the care she provided: "not good medicine."

June 18th, 2008

Aptos Center

7600 Old Dominion Ct # 1Aptos, CA 95003

Tel: (831) 458-6200

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

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Dr Darien Heron, MD	Dr. Daniel Benhuri, MD	Dr. George Mousa, MD	Dr. Adama Diarra, DO
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (9 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)
27 Years of Experience	8 Years of Experience	17 Years of Experience	14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English		Speaks English, French, Bambara
Aptos , CA	Beverly Hills , CA	Upland , CA	Tigard , OR
Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina	Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai	Med School: University Of Aleppo Faculty Of Medicine	Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Kaiser Permanente Medical Center

Medical School

Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1999

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Which hospitals is Dr Darien Heron affiliated with?: Dr Darien Heron is affiliated with Sutter Maternity And Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz.
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Where is Dr Darien Heron's office located?: Dr Darien Heron's office is located at 7600 Old Dominion Ct # 1, Aptos, CA, 95003.
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