Dr. Katherine Hefner, MD

Dr. Katherine Hefner specializes in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism, bringing 21 years of experience to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine and completed both her residency and fellowship at the prestigious National Capital Consortium Walter Reed Medical Center, finishing her specialized fellowship training in 2014. Dr. Hefner holds board certification in pediatrics from the American Board of Pediatrics and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Hefner practices at the CoxHealth Pediatric Specialty Center in Springfield, Missouri. She focuses on treating children with high blood sugar and hyperglycemia, including managing hyperglycemic emergencies that require immediate attention. Her expertise includes performing continuous glucose monitoring to help families track blood sugar patterns, as well as conducting A1c tests and complete blood counts to assess overall health and diabetes management.