Summary

Dr. Eileen Heffernan is a family medicine physician who earned her medical degree from American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine. With four decades of practice experience, she brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive primary care. Dr. Heffernan provides medical services in English.

Dr. Heffernan practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois, including Joliet, New Lenox, and Elgin, with her primary affiliation at Prime Healthcare Saint Joseph Medical Center Joliet. She treats conditions such as arm fractures, skin infections, and bone infections. Her practice includes performing blood work, kidney function testing, and urine cultures to help diagnose and monitor various health conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 40 years of experience
  • 39 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine
  • 10 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Eileen Esther Heffernan has 4 locations

Freedom Family Practice

202 N Hammes Ave Unit DJoliet, IL 60435
Mon9:30 am - 4:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed9:30 am - 4:00 pm
ThuClosed
Fri9:30 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Silver Cross Hospital

1900 Silver Cross BlvdNew Lenox, IL 60451

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40 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Hindi, Urdu Speaks English
Joliet , ILHouston , TXDes Plaines , ILSalem , IL
Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School of Medicine, Dominica, West Indies Med School: Walden University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Eileen Esther Heffernan

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • Amita Health
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota - Medicaid
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Eileen Esther Heffernan has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Eileen Esther Heffernan has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

Dr. Eileen Esther Heffernan holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine in 1986.

NPI Number

Dr. Heffernan's NPI number is 1609862382.

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