Summary

Dr. Luis Heffess is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in oncology, bringing comprehensive care to patients with both general medical needs and cancer-related conditions. He earned his medical degree from Universidad De Buenos Aires Facultad De Medicina and completed his residency training at Providence Hospital. With 62 years of medical experience, Dr. Heffess has developed extensive expertise in managing complex health conditions across decades of patient care.

Dr. Heffess practices at multiple locations in Washington, DC, including Providence Hospital Internal Medicine and Providence Health Medical Specialists. He focuses on treating high blood pressure and related cardiovascular conditions, including emergency situations involving severe hypertension. His procedural expertise includes performing cystoscopy to examine the urinary tract, laparoscopy for minimally invasive surgical procedures, and coordinating physical therapy for patient rehabilitation. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.4 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • 3.4
  • 62 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • Providence Hospital
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Luis Alberto Heffess has 3 locations

Providence Hospital Internal Medicine

1140 Varnum St NE Ste 202Washington, DC 20017
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Luis Alberto Heffess

1160 Varnum St NeWashington, DC 20017

Providence Health Medical Specialists

1140 Varnum St NE Ste 107Washington, DC 20017
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
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3.4 
62 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Washington , DCFairfax , VAFairfax , VAWaldorf , MD
Med School: Universidad De Buenos Aires Facultad De Medicina Med School: Gandhi Medical College Secunderabad Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Luis Alberto Heffess

  • AARP
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Luis Alberto Heffess has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Luis Alberto Heffess has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Metastasis
  • Oncology

Certifications, License, & Education

62 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Providence Hospital

Medical School

Universidad De Buenos Aires Facultad De MedicinaGraduated in 1964

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Where is Dr. Luis Heffess's office located?
Dr. Luis Heffess's office is located at 1140 Varnum St NE Ste 202, Washington, DC, 20017.
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