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John Heffner

Pulmonology

John Heffner, MD

Dr. John Edward Heffner, MD, is a pulmonologist based in Portland, Oregon, with over 50 years of experience specializing in asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), critical care medicine, and pleural disease. He treats adult patients with complex respiratory conditions, including aspiration pneumonia, pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH), and sarcoidosis, often managing cases requiring critical care interventions. Practicing at The Oregon Clinic Pulmonary division

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Credentials

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine (ABIM)
  • Pulmonary Disease (ABIM)

Education & Training

  • Medical School: David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA (MD, 1974)
  • Residency: University of Colorado (Internal Medicine, 1978)
  • Fellowship: University of Colorado (Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine, 1982)

Years in Practice

50+ years

Peer Recognition

  • HealthgradesHealthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

COPD & Emphysema

Conditions & Treatments

Asthma & COPDCOPD

Insurance(s) Accepted

Please verify your coverage with the provider — plan participation can change.

Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

  • The Oregon Clinic
  • Providence Medical Group Northeast

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Heffner treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Heffner accept First Choice Health insurance?
John Heffner's public profile lists First Choice Health as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
Where does Dr. Heffner practice?
John Heffner practices in Portland, OR with hospital affiliations including The Oregon Clinic and Providence Medical Group Northeast.
What does Dr. Heffner specialize in?
John Heffner is a board-certified pulmonology specialist with focus areas in COPD & Emphysema.
How long has Dr. Heffner been practicing?
John Heffner has 52+ years of clinical experience in pulmonology.
What is Dr. Heffner's medical training?
Public profile training history includes: Medical School: David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA (MD, 1974); Residency: University of Colorado (Internal Medicine, 1978); Fellowship: University of Colorado (Pulmonary Disease and Critical Care Medicine, 1982).

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