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8 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. William Heller is a family medicine physician with 54 years of dedicated experience caring for patients and families. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he developed expertise in comprehensive primary care. Dr. Heller speaks both Spanish and English, allowing him to connect with diverse patients in their preferred language.
Dr. Heller practices at Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz and maintains offices in Aptos, California. He specializes in treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens, as well as upper and middle back pain. His procedural expertise includes bursa aspiration, bursa injection, and arthrocentesis to help patients find relief from joint and muscle discomfort. Patients consistently rate Dr. Heller highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
Dr. Heller practices at Dominican Hospital in Santa Cruz and maintains offices in Aptos, California. He specializes in treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens, as well as upper and middle back pain. His procedural expertise includes bursa aspiration, bursa injection, and arthrocentesis to help patients find relief from joint and muscle discomfort. Patients consistently rate Dr. Heller highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 54 years of experience
- 17 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med
- 4 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 2 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. William Ray Heller has 2 locationsLay And Heller Medical Group
10098 Soquel DrAptos, CA 95003 Tel: (831) 688-3112
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| Aptos , CA | ORINDA , CA | Encinitas , CA | Chicago , IL |
| Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: University Of Chicago Division Of The Biological Sciences The Pritzker School Of Medicine | Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Ray Heller
Medical Specialties
Dr. William Ray Heller has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. William Ray Heller has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
54 Years Experience
Dr. William Ray Heller holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med in 1974 and University Of California Davis School Of Medicine in 1972.
NPI Number
Dr. Heller's NPI number is 1053446237.
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