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Summary
Dr. Heather Wachtel is a board-certified surgeon specializing in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism. She earned her medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. With 17 years of clinical experience, Dr. Wachtel has developed extensive expertise in treating complex endocrine conditions.
Dr. Wachtel practices at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She specializes in treating parathyroid disease and hyperparathyroidism, conditions that affect calcium regulation in the body. Her surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and surgical pathology procedures to diagnose and treat thyroid nodules. Dr. Wachtel also provides sedation services to ensure patient comfort during procedures.
Dr. Wachtel practices at Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She specializes in treating parathyroid disease and hyperparathyroidism, conditions that affect calcium regulation in the body. Her surgical expertise includes performing pathology tests and surgical pathology procedures to diagnose and treat thyroid nodules. Dr. Wachtel also provides sedation services to ensure patient comfort during procedures.
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Quick Facts
- 17 years of experience
- 47 insurance plans accepted
- Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Office Location
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 17 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks Korean, English | ||
| Philadelphia , PA | Philadelphia , PA | Darby , PA | Philadelphia , PA |
| Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine | Med School: University of Baghdad College of Medicine | Med School: George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences | Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Heather Wachtel has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Heather Wachtel has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
17 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania
Medical School
Yale University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2009
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Heather Wachtel affiliated with?
- Dr. Heather Wachtel is affiliated with Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania.
- Is Dr. Heather Wachtel accepting new patients?
- Dr. Heather Wachtel has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Heather Wachtel accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Heather Wachtel has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Does Dr. Heather Wachtel accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Heather Wachtel accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Heather Wachtel's office located?
- Dr. Heather Wachtel's office is located at 3400 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
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