Dr. James C. Heron, MD | Atlantis, FL | Internal Medicine

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Dr. James Heron is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at Sinai Hospital. With 33 years of experience in internal medicine, he focuses on comprehensive adult healthcare and preventive medicine. Dr. Heron is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Heron practices at multiple locations throughout Florida, including Atlantis, Boynton Beach, Loxahatchee, West Palm Beach, and Wellington. He is affiliated with HCA Florida JFK Hospital, HCA Florida JFK North Hospital, and HCA Florida Palms West Hospital. His expertise includes treating conditions such as limping, flank pain, and colon polyps. He also incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient care plans. Patients have given Dr. Heron an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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accepting new patients
4.4

33 Ratings
33 years of experience
speaks English, Spanish
Sinai Hospital
23 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 board certification
3 hospital affiliations
9 office locations
Male

Patients consistently praise Dr. James Charles Heron for his professionalism, thoroughness, and genuine concern for their health. He is noted for his excellent listening skills, ability to explain medical information clearly, and his attentive follow-up, making him a highly recommended and outstanding physician. Some patients expressed dissatisfaction with the transition to concierge medicine with a required yearly fee, which impacted their ability to see him as previously accustomed. Concerns about accessibility due to this change were noted, despite his otherwise positive reputation for patient care.

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Dr. Heron has been my physician for close to 30 years has always been professional and thorough and because of that professionalism and thoroughness I am still around because he picked up an illness that nobody else suspected I had and referred me for treatment I own my life to him

December 3rd, 2025

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Best doctor I've every had Patient thorough and goes above and beyond to take excellent care of his patients

September 18th, 2025

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Outstanding, caring, understanding doctor. This visit I meet Dr Ann Thomas as well as Dr. Heron. Discussed my my needs recommended as course of action. Completely satisfied with suggestions and future action. Dr Thomas also showed caring and understanding as well as advice.

September 18th, 2025

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I tried to make an appointment with Dr Heron after getting a referral from another Dr in the group. When I called, I was told that he only does concierge medicine for a fee of $2,200/ year.

June 20th, 2025

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Solid no nonsense doctor. My wife and I use him not only as an internist but he helps coordinate and monitor all our other specialists. He is indispensable.

March 18th, 2024

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Dr. Heron is genuinely concerned about my health, he listens and is focused on me and will take notes during the visit. He makes eye contact and is patient as he discusses my health and will happily repeat himself if asked. I am very comfortable and confident with him and his office staff.

January 30th, 2024

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Dr. Heron is always very thorough and knowledgeable, addresses all my questions and concerns. He is available and accessible, listens, never rushed or hurried, follows up, provides medical, diagnostic and lifestyle information and recommendations - and he calls immediately with lab and test result. I highly recommend becoming his patient.

January 25th, 2024

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January 22nd, 2024

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Dr. Heron is very thorough and knowledgable. He listens well and explains things in a way that is easily understood.

January 16th, 2024

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Dr. Heron took a great deal of time discussing and answering my questions. he helped me work through some issues in regard to making a medical decision. I appreciated his knowledge, the materials he gave me to read at home, and his warm and personable verbal exchange.

January 8th, 2024

MDVIP

5401 S Congress AveAtlantis, FL 33462

Hca Florida Jfk Hospital

5301 S Congress AveAtlantis, FL 33462

Tel: (561) 965-7300

MDVIP

5401 South Congress Ave, Suite 218Atlantis, FL 33462

Baptist Health Bethesda Hospital East

2815 S Seacrest BlvdBoynton Beach, FL 33435

Tel: (561) 737-7733

Md Now Urgent Care Centers

7593 Boynton Beach BlvdBoynton Beach, FL 33437

Tel: (561) 572-3200

Mon8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Sat8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Sun8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Hca Florida Palms West Hospital

13001 Southern BlvdLoxahatchee, FL 33470

Tel: (561) 798-3300

Hca Florida Jfk North Hospital

2201 45th StWest Palm Beach, FL 33407

Tel: (561) 842-6141

Dr. James Charles Heron

109 JFK Dr Ste CAtlantis, FL 33462

Wellington Regional Medical Center

10101 Forest Hill BlvdWellington, FL 33414


Dr. James Charles Heron, MD	Dr. Peter Lyn, MD	Dr. Amira Shaker	Dr. Ahmet Ergin, MD
Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine	Internal Medicine
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (33 Ratings)	4.6 (7 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4.5 (52 Ratings)
33 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Turkish
Atlantis , FL	Jupiter , FL	Delray Beach , FL	Port Saint Lucie , FL
Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin	Med School: University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medical Sciences Jamaica		Med School: Marmara University School of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Internal Medicine

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Weight Loss

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Florida, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Sinai Hospital

Medical School

Medical College Of WisconsinGraduated in 1993

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Is Dr. James Heron accepting new patients?: Dr. James Heron is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Heron's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
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Where is Dr. James Heron's office located?: Dr. James Heron's office is located at 5401 S Congress Ave, Atlantis, FL, 33462.
Does Dr. James Heron accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. James Heron has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Heron affiliated with?: Dr. James Heron is affiliated with Hca Florida Jfk Hospital, Hca Florida Jfk North Hospital, and Hca Florida Palms West Hospital.

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