Dr. Heidrich is always there for his patients and I know first hand I can count on him to take care of me! I broke my thumb in 4 places this past summer and thanks to Dr. Heidrich I immediately got in to see him, then I got an x-ray, saw another doctor who decided I would need surgery and got my thumb wrapped up and splinted - all in less than 3 hrs. This would not have happened without Dr.… See more
John T. Heidrick, DO, FAAFP
Bakersfield, CA 93309 Get Directions
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My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...
With my 25 years of experience – eight in my MDVIP-affiliated office – I offer families comprehensive care outside of the MDVIP Wellness Program services, from geriatrics to well-woman examinations, including Pap smear tests, well-child and adolescent exams. I also have extensive experience with urgent care, dermatology, minor surgery, casting of simple fractures, joint injections and numerous other procedures.
In a world of usually 10-minute care, my patients are perhaps most impressed that I can dedicate approximately two hours for their comprehensive wellness program appointments. I offer same-day or next-day visits. I am reachable during and after hours, and appointments begin on time and are unhurried. My MDVIP-affiliated practice also offers services, including comprehensive, advanced health screenings and diagnostic tests, that go far beyond those found in concierge medicine practices. I believe my patients feel they are part of an old-fashioned practice with advanced tools and technology.
My Bakersfield, California, office team is awesome! Everyone is friendly, compassionate and dedicated to making your visits efficient and memorable. As a private doctor who provides personalized care, my goal is to guide my patients on a path to as optimal wellness as possible so they can enjoy healthier, more active lives. We serve patients in Bakersfield, Tehachapi, the Kern River Valley area, Lamont, Delano, Arvin, Shafter and throughout Kern County.
Dr. Heidrick's Credentials
Southern Illinois University
Springfield, IL
Family Practice 1988-1990
Chief Resident, Family Practice 1989-1990
Normandy Osteopathic Hospital
St. Louis, MO
Rotating 1987-1988
Des Moines University, College of Osteopathic Medicine
Des Moines, IA
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine 1987
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA
Bachelor of Science, Biology 1983
Mercy Southwest Hospital
Medical Director, Optimal Hospice, Bakersfield, CA 1997-2002
Board Member, Foundation for Medical Care of Kern County, Bakersfield 1997-2002
Chair, Department of Family Practice/Pediatrics, San Joaquin Community Hospital 1995-1997, 1999-2002
Chief of Service, Family Practice, Kaiser Permanente, Bakersfield, Physician-in-Charge, Ming Avenue Office, Kaiser Permanente, Bakersfield, CA 1993-1996
Testimonials from patients of Dr. Heidrick
Dr. Heidrick goes out of his way to connect on a human level and provide his patients with as many options for their care as possible. Having a doctor who is available and genuinly wants to fight for his patients is amazing!!
Dr. Heidrick was instrumental in discovering arterial abnormality and with further tests referred me to a cardiologist which likely prevented a heart attack. I am forever grateful. Thank you Dr. Heidrick!
Dr. Heidrick is honestly the best experience with Healthcare I have ever had!!
He is definitely in the right profession, offering quality time, knowledge, professionalism and compassion. I hope he can be my partner in healthcare forever!
Dr Heidrick continues to expertly guide me through an often confusing autoimmune disease & anything else that pops up. He listens. He researches, if necessary. He has the unique ability to break things down into a laypersons lingo.
I'm getting older now and unfortunately having to deal with more Doctors. It always amazes me how my experiences vary from Doctor to Doctor. I am so lucky to have Dr. John Heidrick as my primary Doctor. He understands how things interact and explains things in a way even I can understand. I wish all Doctors were like Doctor Heidrick and to top it off he is just a nice guy. His staff is… See more
My doctor, John Heidrick, is wonderful.. He was our doctor before MDVIP. We loved him then and joined MDVIP when he started because we liked him that much. I love the program. I lost my husband 23 months ago. He called to see how I was every few days afterwards and has helped me so much with the grieving. Now, being alone, just knowing that he is always there to help is a very safe… See more
Dr. Heidrick diagnosed an early stage of breast cancer and immediately put together a great team of Doctors to treat me. Dr Heidrick took all my calls, no matter the time or day of the week, to answer my questions and ease my anxiety during this process. We truly believe that due to Dr. Heidricks quick and professional actions, he saved my life. Mr. Heidrick I can never thank you enough.… See more
Happy doctors day!
You are one of the best doctors I have encountered in my life. When I came to live in Bakersfield and before meeting you, I use to drive 2:30 to Ojai, California for a doctor's appointment. I didn't know any good doctors in the city. I asked my nee friends for recommendations
but no one seemed satisfied enough with their physicians to recommend them.… See more
For Dr. Heidrick no problem is too small. If you are concerned, so is he. That's what makes this Dr./patient relationship different than your HMO/PPO, etc.
He takes his time to explain information to you.
In todays busy environment that makes a difference.