Eric Heegaard
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Credentials
MD

Adjunct Assistant Professor
Biography

Bio

General Obstetrician-Gynecologist with 25 years of experience whose responsibilities include teaching of OB-GYN
resident physicians and medical students. Clinical focus on complex pelvic surgery for the management of
endometriosis and pelvic pain. Has performed over 1,000 robotic surgeries, delivered over 3,000 babies, and has
served as a proctor for other robotic surgeons. Fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists.
Vast public speaking experience and proven ability to communicate complex topics to the general public through 8
years of hosting a call-in women’s health radio show and subsequent hosting of two women’s health podcasts.

Awards

Vitals.com Patients' Choice Award, 9 times
Vitals.com Patients' Choice 5th Anniversary Award, 5 times
Vitals.com Compassionate Doctor Award - 5 Year Honoree, 4 times
Vitals.com Compassionate Doctor Recognition Award, 8 times

Teaching Summary

Manage and instruct University of Minnesota Ob-Gyn residents
and medical students on the medical and surgical management of
gynecologic issues such as pelvic pain, endometriosis, fibroids,
ovarian cysts, and ectopic pregnancies as well as the management
of normal and high risk obstetrical patients

MD/PhD Location, Year, Degree Received: MD University of Washington, Seattle, WA; 1993

Residency, Location, Type, Year Completed: University of Minnesota Medical School, Minneapolis, MN; 1997