

Cardiology
John Heitner, MD
Clinical Professor, Department of Medicine
Brooklyn, NY
About Me As a cardiologist at NYU Langone, I am passionate about the intellectual challenge of diagnosing and treating heart conditions, much like a detective solving a complex case. I specialize in managing a wide range of cardiac conditions, including heart failure, arrhythmias, coronary artery disease, valvular heart disease, and vascular disease. With years of experience, I have honed my expertise in cardiac imaging, particularly cardiac magnetic resonance imaging, which plays a crucial role
25+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- American Board of Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
Education & Training
- Fellowship: Duke University Hospital (Cardiac MRI, 2004)
- Fellowship: Duke University Hospital (Cardiovascular Disease, 2004)
- Fellowship: Emory University Hospital (Cardiology, 2002)
- Residency: Duke University Hospital (Internal Medicine, 2000)
- MD: Albert Einstein College of Medicine (1997)
Peer Recognition
- Castle Connolly — Top Doctor
2007-2026 (20 years)
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Advanced Cardiac Imaging
Conditions & Treatments
Heart Attack & Acute Coronary SyndromeHeart Failure
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn
Experience
25+ years in practice