4.8
92 Ratings with 91 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. Heather Derington treats type 2 diabetes mellitus, chronic kidney disease stage 5, and chronic kidney disease. Her first-listed specialty is family medicine, and she has 15 years of experience. She is affiliated with Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Hillcrest.
She completed her residency at Texas Tech University School of Medicine in 2014 and sees patients in Waco, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Derington 4.83 out of 5.
She completed her residency at Texas Tech University School of Medicine in 2014 and sees patients in Waco, Texas. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Derington 4.83 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 15 years of experience
- 22 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Texas Tech University School of Medicine
- 91 written reviews
- 1 award
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Location
Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Waco
7700 Fish Pond RdWaco, TX 76710 Tel: (254) 761-4444
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
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 15 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Urdu | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Tamil, Arabic, Malayalam |
| Waco , TX | Conroe , TX | Houston , TX | Denton , TX |
| Med School: Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (Education) | Med School: Stanley Medical College | ||
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Heather Derington
Medical Specialties
Heather Derington has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Heather Derington has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
15 Years Experience
Heather Derington holds an expired medical license in the state of Texas.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Texas that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Texas Tech University School of Medicine in 2014.
Medical School
Graduated from Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine (Education) in 2011.
NPI Number
Heather Derington's NPI number is 1427341783.
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- What languages does Heather Derington speak?
- Heather Derington speaks English.
- Which hospitals is Heather Derington affiliated with?
- Heather Derington is affiliated with Baylor Scott And White Medical Center Hillcrest.
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