Heather Whitehead is a family medicine nurse practitioner with Goshen Center for Cancer Care. She is part of a multidisciplinary oncology team that cares for patients with cancer and other diseases in the lungs, esophagus and chest.
Heather has extensive experience in caring for critically ill patients and managing respiratory diseases, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, sleep apnea and asthma. She is dedicated to providing compassionate, holistic care for patients and their families.
Three active boys and outdoor activities keep Heather busy when she is away from clinical medicine.
Philosophy of Care
For Heather, building a strong relationship with patients is key to providing the best possible care. She educates patients about their condition to help them make informed decisions about their care.
Clinical Interest & Research
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
Sleep apnea
Asthma
Education
Board Certified – Nurse Practitioner Education and training: Master of Science in Nursing Indiana University of South Bend, South Bend, IN
Bachelor of Medicine in Nursing Indiana University South Bend, South Bend, IN