Dr. Heather A. Nath, MD | Chesterton, IN | Pain Medicine

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Lakeshore Bone and Joint Pain Management is devoted to providing the highest quality of care in a community setting. Our focus is on improving the lives and functioning of our patients by using the most progressive interventional and medical management techniques.

accepting new patients
4.5

202 Ratings
36 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center
175 written reviews
2 specialties
6 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
4 hospital affiliations
4 office locations
Female

Patients consistently praise Dr. Heather Anne Nath for her compassionate and professional approach, noting her ability to clearly explain medical procedures and provide effective pain management solutions. Many highlight her friendly demeanor, the attentiveness she gives to each patient, and the warmth and efficiency of her office staff. On the downside, reviews occasionally mention long wait times for appointments, which some interpret as a testament to her popularity and skill. Overall, patients express high satisfaction with their care and frequently recommend Dr. Nath to others seeking pain management.

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I love Dr. Nath. She listens to your concerns and explains everything in detail and in a manner that can be understood. I have been with her for 2 years now to manage my pain has been very compassionate to my needs. Her staff is very wonderful as well. I also love Andrea. (Hope I spelt that right)

February 19th, 2026

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I had my first appointment with her this morning. She was very friendly and took the time to explain exactly where my pain is coming from and what is causing it. I highly recommend her.

February 6th, 2026

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Heather Nath I love you can talk to her and she’s thorough and very professional and I really like her cause she’s friendly caring something that I like has a in a doctor and that’s what she’s got. Love you doctor now.

January 20th, 2026

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Very friendly and professional. Pleasant experience every visit!!

December 11th, 2025

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She is the greatest! She is personal, compassionate but firm when you need it. She understands pain more than any doctor I have been too. She has saved my life by being understanding, and validation of my pain.

November 26th, 2025

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Dr. Nath is not only patient and kind, she takes time to listen and answer my questions. She honestly makes me feel like I'm not alone on this journey and that there's hope. Her staff is also amazing.

November 5th, 2025

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Dr. Nath is so nice and easy to talk with. She has a great team working with her as well. She has done me a lot of good for controlling my chronic pain. I highly recommend her for pain management.

October 21st, 2025

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She’s a very happy doctor. Comes in smiling all the time I’ve gone to her for many years. Ask her anything and she will tell you I love it.

September 24th, 2025

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If there were higher stars she absolutely would get them. I feel comfortable with her and her staff of which they are all personable. I have been going to her for many years and she has made it so I am able to function as I age. Hope she will be with us for like ever. Love her loads.

September 20th, 2025

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I just love the entire staff of Dr. Nath. You could not ask for better treatment. Today I received my caudal back shot and I feel so much better. The shot today really hit my bad spot and I am feeling much more stable in my walking. I highly recommend Dr Nath and her staff.

September 11th, 2025

Lakeshore Bone And Joint Institute

601 Gateway Blvd NChesterton, IN 46304

Tel: (219) 921-1444

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

Lakeshore Bone And Joint Institute

3691 Willowcreek RdPortage, IN 46368

Tel: (219) 921-1444

Mon8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Sat8:00 am - 4:00 pm

SunClosed

Portage Hospital

3630 Willowcreek RdPortage, IN 46368

Tel: (219) 364-3000

Northwest Health Lakeshore Surgicare

3111 Village PtChesterton, IN 46304

Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm

SatClosed

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Dr. Heather Anne Nath, MD	Dr. Thomas Pontinen, MD	Dr. Lawrence Oliver Larson, MD	Dr. Satish Dasari, MD
Pain Medicine	Pain Medicine	Anesthesiology	Anesthesiology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.5 (202 Ratings)	4.7 (59 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.2 (24 Ratings)
36 Years of Experience	18 Years of Experience	59 Years of Experience	45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English, Spanish		Speaks English, Spanish
Chesterton , IN	Chicago , IL	Munster , IN	Munster , IN
Med School: Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical Center	Med School: University of Minnesota	Med School: UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND PUBLIC HEALTH	Med School: Guntur Medical College
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Accepts Medicare

Acute Pain
Anesthesiology
Cancer Pain
Chronic Pain
Postherpetic Neuralgia
Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Indiana, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Rush Medical College Of Rush University Medical CenterGraduated in 1990

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What languages does Dr. Heather Nath speak?: Dr. Heather Nath speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Heather Nath's office located?: Dr. Heather Nath's office is located at 601 Gateway Blvd N, Chesterton, IN, 46304.
Which hospitals is Dr. Heather Nath affiliated with?: Dr. Heather Nath is affiliated with Northwest Health Porter, Northwest Health La Porte, Portage Hospital, and Regency Hospital Of Porter County.

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