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Summary
Dr. Heather Kort is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in hospital medicine. She earned her medical degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of Missouri Health System. With 24 years of experience in patient care, Dr. Kort brings extensive expertise to her practice. She speaks English with her patients.
Dr. Kort practices at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas, and Lees Summit Medical Center in Lees Summit, Missouri. She has particular expertise in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. Her hospital-based practice includes performing specialized procedures such as therapeutic hypothermia and arterial blood gas analysis. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kort highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Kort practices at Menorah Medical Center in Overland Park, Kansas, and Lees Summit Medical Center in Lees Summit, Missouri. She has particular expertise in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. Her hospital-based practice includes performing specialized procedures such as therapeutic hypothermia and arterial blood gas analysis. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kort highly, giving her an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- 24 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Missouri Health System
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Female
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. Heather Michelle Kort has 2 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Heather Michelle Kort, DO | Dr. Matthew Boyd Lindquist, DO | Dr. Michael Albrecht, MD | Dr. Elvis E Alcox |
| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 24 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Overland Park , KS | Prairie Village , KS | LANSING , KS | Kansas City , MO |
| Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: Midwestern University, Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) | Med School: University Of Kansas School Of Medicine | Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Heather Michelle Kort
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Heather Michelle Kort has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Heather Michelle Kort has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
24 Years Experience
Dr. Heather Michelle Kort holds an expired medical license in the states of Missouri and Kansas.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Missouri that expired in 2026 and an expired medical license in the state of Kansas that expired in 2025.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Missouri Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med in 2002.
NPI Number
Dr. Kort's NPI number is 1720059942.
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- Dr. Heather Kort speaks English.
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