Dr. Heckman is a proud Tampa Bay native and graduate of Tampa Jesuit High School. He pursued his undergraduate studies at Florida State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Biological Sciences with a minor in Chemistry. He earned his MD with high honors from Ross University and completed his Internal Medicine residency at the Mayo Clinic, where he was appointed chief medical resident and received numerous accolades.
Dr. Heckman is a proud Tampa Bay native and graduate of Tampa Jesuit High School. He pursued his undergraduate studies at Florida State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Biological Sciences with a minor in Chemistry. He earned his MD with high honors from Ross University and completed his Internal Medicine residency at the Mayo Clinic, where he was appointed chief medical resident and received numerous accolades.
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Dr. Heckman took additional time to discuss things in-depth regarding my labs and possible treatment for my care. He was very thorough, knowledgeable, and patient. Not many docs out there like him.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very pleased
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very easygoing but professional. Knowledgeable and helpful.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
I really liked Dr. HECKMAN. He spent time with me and was very kind and professional.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
New
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Took his time and evaluated all my questions with my concerns and was very personal
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
A very knowledgeable and professional physician!
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Awesome chair side manner. Very knowledgeable and sincere.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
Was very friendly and very professional. He really listened to me and was very intentive and thorough.
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
I feel very grateful having Dr. Heckman as my cardiologist !
(2 months ago)
Aug-2025
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Clearwater Office
455 Pinellas Street Suite 400 Clearwater, FL 33756
Dr. Heckman is a proud Tampa Bay native and graduate of Tampa Jesuit High School. He pursued his undergraduate studies at Florida State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Biological Sciences with a minor in Chemistry. He earned his MD with high honors from Ross University and completed his Internal Medicine residency at the Mayo Clinic, where he was appointed chief medical resident and received numerous accolades.
During his time at the Mayo Clinic, Dr. Heckman held significant administrative leadership roles, including positions on the Medical Ethics Committee and the Hospital Practice Subcommittee, while actively contributing to quality improvement initiatives. His dedication to advancing healthcare through education and research led to the publication of multiple peer-reviewed articles and earned him the esteemed academic title of Assistant Professor.
Dr. Heckman completed his fellowship in Cardiovascular Diseases at the Mayo Clinic, where he conducted research in mechanical circulatory support for advanced heart failure and cardiogenic shock, artificial intelligence, critical care, and interventional cardiology. His commitment to patient care was recognized with the Mayo Clinic Patient Satisfaction Award for providing high-quality, compassionate, patient-centered care.
Dr. Heckman completed an advanced fellowship in Interventional Cardiology at the Knight Cardiovascular Institute at the Oregon Health and Science University, training under leading experts in the management of complex coronary artery and valvular diseases. Board Certified in both Internal Medicine and Cardiovascular Diseases, Dr. Heckman is an active member of the American College of Cardiology and the Society of Cardiovascular Angiography and Interventions, continually contributing to the field of cardiology and patient care.
Dr. Heckman is available to see patients at the Clearwater office.
Dr. Heckman took additional time to discuss things in-depth regarding my labs and possible treatment for my care. He was very thorough, knowledgeable, and patient. Not many docs out there like him.
Very pleased
Very easygoing but professional. Knowledgeable and helpful.
I really liked Dr. HECKMAN. He spent time with me and was very kind and professional.
New
Took his time and evaluated all my questions with my concerns and was very personal
A very knowledgeable and professional physician!
Awesome chair side manner. Very knowledgeable and sincere.
Was very friendly and very professional. He really listened to me and was very intentive and thorough.
I feel very grateful having Dr. Heckman as my cardiologist !