Summary

Dr. John Heffernan specializes in ophthalmology and plastic surgery, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and completed his residency training at the University of Washington Medical Center. With 49 years of experience in eye care and surgical procedures, Dr. Heffernan speaks both Spanish and Vietnamese to better serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Heffernan practices at multiple locations throughout Seattle, Kirkland, Federal Way, Tacoma, Mount Vernon, Burien, and Auburn. He maintains hospital affiliations with Skagit Valley Hospital, Multicare Allenmore Hospital, Saint Joseph Medical Center, Multicare Tacoma General Hospital, and Saint Francis Hospital. His expertise includes treating drooping eyelids, styes and chalazia, and skin cysts. He performs dilated eye exams, blepharoplasty procedures for eyelid enhancement, and tear duct surgery to address drainage issues. Patients rate Dr. Heffernan 4.0 out of 5 stars for his care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 49 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
  • University Of Washington Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 6 hospital affiliations
  • 13 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. John Timothy Heffernan has 13 locations

Ballard Clinic And Surgery Center

1455 NW Leary Way Ste 300Seattle, WA 98107
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
Sat9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

Eye Associates Northwest First Hill Clinic

1101 Madison St Ste 600Seattle, WA 98104
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

Eye Associates Northwest — Kirkland Clinic

11919 NE 128th St Ste AKirkland, WA 98034
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
Sat9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

Evergreen Eye Center

1229 Madison St Ste 1250Seattle, WA 98104
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
SunClosed

Saint Francis Hospital

34515 9th Ave SFederal Way, WA 98003

Multicare Tacoma General Hospital

315 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405

Skagit Valley Hospital

300 Hospital PkwyMount Vernon, WA 98274

Evergreen Eye Center Inc Ps

15153 5th Ave SWBurien, WA 98166
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
SunClosed

Skagit Valley Hospital

300 Hospital PkwyMount Vernon, WA 98273

Multicare Allenmore Hospital

1901 S Union AveTacoma, WA 98405

Evergreen Eye Center Inc Ps

700 M St NEAuburn, WA 98002
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
SunClosed

Olympic View Optical

1455 NW Leary Way Ste 300Seattle, WA 98107
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
Sat9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SunClosed

Evergreen Eye Center Inc Ps

1229 Madison St Ste 1250Seattle, WA 98104

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Timothy Heffernan

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Timothy Heffernan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Timothy Heffernan has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Dermabrasion
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Diseases
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Eyelid surgery (Blepharoplasty)
  • Glaucoma
  • Hemifacial Spasm
  • Laser Surgery
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Melanoma
  • Plastic Surgery
  • Skin Cancer
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

Dr. John Timothy Heffernan holds an active medical license in the state of Washington.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Washington that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Washington Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Washington School Of Medicine in 1977.

NPI Number

Dr. Heffernan's NPI number is 1093791121.

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Dr. John Heffernan speaks Spanish and Vietnamese.
Where is Dr. John Heffernan's office located?
Dr. John Heffernan's office is located at 1455 NW Leary Way Ste 300, Seattle, WA, 98107.

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