Summary

Dr. Thomas Heer is an orthopedic surgeon with nearly four decades of experience treating musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, building a foundation for his extensive 38-year career in orthopedic surgery. Dr. Heer speaks both English and Spanish, helping him connect with diverse patient populations throughout his practice.

Dr. Heer practices at Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center in Baldwin Park, California, where he focuses on common orthopedic conditions that affect daily mobility and quality of life. He treats patients with osteoarthritis and knee osteoarthritis, conditions that can cause significant joint pain and stiffness. His surgical expertise includes knee surgery and specialized procedures like bursa aspiration to reduce inflammation. Patients consistently rate Dr. Heer highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 38 years of experience
  • 16 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center

1011 Baldwin Park BlvdBaldwin Park, CA 91706

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Baldwin Park , CALong Beach , CALos Angeles , CAMonterey , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Thomas Ewald Heer

  • Aetna
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Thomas Ewald Heer has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Thomas Ewald Heer has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 1988

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Thomas Heer speak?
Dr. Thomas Heer speaks English and Spanish.
Is Dr. Thomas Heer accepting new patients?
Dr. Thomas Heer has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Thomas Heer?
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Does Dr. Thomas Heer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Thomas Heer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Thomas Heer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Thomas Heer accepts on their Vitals profile.

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