Summary

Dr. Linda Heffernan is a dermatologist who earned her MD and PhD from the Medical University of South Carolina in Columbia. She completed her dermatology residency at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, Virginia, where she developed specialized expertise in skin health and disease management. Dr. Heffernan speaks English and brings comprehensive training in both clinical practice and research to her patient care.

Dr. Heffernan practices at Forefront Dermatology in Cary, North Carolina, where she focuses on diagnosing and treating various skin conditions. She specializes in managing moles and unusual skin growths, including dysplastic nevi and seborrheic keratoses. Her practice also includes performing diagnostic tests such as strep cultures and specialized testing to ensure accurate diagnosis and treatment. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical University Of South Carolina - Columbia, Sc Dermatology Residency:  Eastern Virginia Medical School - Norfolk, Va (Degree)
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Forefront Dermatology at Greater Cary, NC

7560 Carpenter Fire Station Rd Ste 204Cary, NC 27519
Mon8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Tue9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Wed9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Fri9:30 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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DermatologyDermatologyDermatologyDermatology
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3.7 
3.7 
8 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Italian, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English
Cary , NCOrlando , FLKnoxville , TNCornelius , NC
Med School: Medical University Of South Carolina - Columbia, Sc Dermatology Residency:  Eastern Virginia Medical School - Norfolk, Va (Degree) Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School Med School: Wake Forest University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Linda Heffernan

  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Priority Health
  • Providence Health Plans
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Linda Heffernan has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Linda Heffernan has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Actinic Keratosis
  • Basal Cell
  • Excision
  • Melanoma
  • Mole
  • Psoriasis
  • Rash
  • Rosacea
  • Skin Biopsy
  • Skin Cancer

Certifications, License, & Education

Linda Heffernan holds an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of North Carolina that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Medical University Of South Carolina - Columbia, Sc Dermatology Residency:  Eastern Virginia Medical School - Norfolk, Va (Degree).

NPI Number

Linda Heffernan's NPI number is 1275895666.

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Where is Linda Heffernan's office located?
Linda Heffernan's office is located at 7560 Carpenter Fire Station Rd Ste 204, Cary, NC, 27519.

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