Nathanael Heckmann, MD
(on san pablo street)Doctors in Los Angeles, CA
Doctors
About the Practice
Joint pain can be debilitating, and the only way many manage it is by seeking medical support from an orthopedic specialist. Nathanael Heckmann, MD, is a leading orthopedic surgeon with offices in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles and in Glendale, California, near La Cañada. He is also an assistant professor in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Southern California’s (USC) Keck School of Medicine.
Dr. Heckmann received his undergraduate degree in biochemistry and philosophy at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), and his medical degree at the University of California, Irvine (UCI). He completed an internship and residency in orthopaedic surgery at USC, and a fellowship in adult reconstruction at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois. In addition to practicing medicine, Dr. Heckmann has published over 60 scholarly reviews, research papers, and book chapters.
Dr. Heckmann takes a holistic approach to patient care, working to treat the whole body, rather than merely focusing on the area of pain itself. At all times, he aims to find the solution that offers the least pain and the swiftest recovery. All patients receive a comprehensive care program tailored to their specific needs, and he works closely with them to monitor and assess their healing process each step of the way.
He offers a wide range of treatment options, from nonsurgical and minimally invasive techniques, to more extensive surgical procedures when necessary. Using state-of-the-art medical technologies, Dr. Heckmann's services are at the forefront of orthopedic advances, They include Mako™ robotic joint replacement equipment by Stryker, Intellijoint Surgical® computer-guided navigation programs, and total knee replacement.
Patients who partner with Nathanael Heckmann, MD, benefit from leading orthopedic care when they need it most. Call the practice or book an appointment online today.
