Physician, Assistant Professor
Primary Care - Family Medicine
Department: Family Medicine
As a family medicine physician at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, I specialize in helping my patients achieve their overall health and wellness goals. I encourage lifestyle changes as a foundation of my care, emphasize preventive measures and collaborate with my colleagues to provide more specialized care when necessary.
I am passionate about the physician-patient relationship and including patients in the decision-making. My patients can trust that I will always listen to their concerns and work with them to devise individualized treatment plans that work best for them. Helping to improve access to affordable care is also among my top priorities.
I appreciate the commitment to research and education here at Ohio State, and I am proud to help train future physicians as well. My role includes serving as an assistant professor at The Ohio State University College of Medicine.
When I’m not working, I love spending time with family and friends and my dog, Esty. I enjoy exercising at CrossFit, trying new restaurants, reading and traveling. I also volunteer at the Columbus Free Clinic.
Please note: Not all physicians schedule patients at each listed location.
The overall patient satisfaction rating is an average of all patient responses to the six doctor communication related questions shown below from the Clinician and Group Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems survey. For additional information about the patient satisfaction survey, please visit our Patient Satisfaction Survey page.
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At The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, we support a faculty member’s research and consulting in collaboration with medical device, research and/or drug companies because a faculty member’s expertise can guide important advancements in the practice of medicine and improve patient care. In order to provide effective management of these relationships, the University requires annual disclosures from all faculty members with external interests related to their University responsibilities.
As of 11/3/2025, Dr. Heinz has reported no relationships with companies or entities.
Seemed to be an attentive listener.
He was prompt and adressed any concerns I threw at him
Dr. Heinz is a great doctor.
I was blown away by Dr Heinz. This was our first visit and he took the time to get to know me. Felt very safe sharing difficult things. He was excellent.
All good
Very good
I'm an a immunocompromised individual. I get infections a lot. I came in knowing that I had overgrowth of yeast in my GI and skin. The skin is what he treated at a prior appointment with no diagnosis but a referral to dermatology. I'm on a waitlist. Skin has gotten worse and yeast is seen in stool (photo proof). I thought I was in the die off stage. He did not ask me any questions about my symptoms (major ones being heat intolerance and a drenched night sweats. My records show in the past year that I was sent to the ER by my last primary care for a systemic infection. He doesn't seem to be connecting the dots. Invasive Candidanitis. I asked for blood tests to see my glucose levels. They have gone way up yet no word about my results.
He is very thorough. Sat down I could tell he was really listening to me. Gave me some answers or options to questions I had. Will follow up with those later. I would recommend Dr heinz .
Dr. Heinz has always been an exceptional doctor. He's someone I wish could be more doctor for life though I know it's unpractical. He's down to earth which makes me feel comfortable as a patient but also professional and diligent. He is top tier through and through.
I'm sure Dr Heinz is very busy with a lot of patients but he never seems to remember my medical history.
Followed up with me immediately regarding blood test results and prescription I was taking. Great communication follow up to me.
Good
I really like Dr. Heinz and told him so. He did notes right away followed up immediately on the blood test results.
Dr. Hienz is amazing. He actively listened to my concern, demonstrated compassion and genuine care to address my issue. I could not be happier with him as a physician since my last one just left. I generally do not like a male physician however, I will never leave him. I am currently involved in writing a paper Trauma Informed Care And how healthcare providers can provide appropriate care to patients. Dr. Hienz absolutely did all the best practices for working with someone who may have trauma. I do not but the royal thumb is to treat everyone that they might. He's an exceptional physician. Everyone should learn from him.
Excellent communication
All good with the providers.
He knew what I needed to get me by until I see a specialist!
He is very knowledgeable.
Nothing could have been better
Everything is fine
Excellent doctor very attentive and very professional
All's well!
Felt rushed, only exam was 2 seconds of using stethoscope through my shirt. Would never have picked up anything subtle. First time meeting the physician and he did not do a physical examination. Haven't seen a physician at Ohio state for a year and was told my next physical would be six months from now.
Dr. Heinz always asks questions to make sure he fully understands my problems, which I appreciate.
The provider interrupted and talked over me throughout the visit. He told me he didn't know why I was there. He made referrals and notes to a care plan without a complete history and breakdown of symptoms because when I tried to communicate my symptoms he wouldn't let me speak.
Efficient, open to listening
Poor
All good!
I really have not had any bad experiences to date.
I was new to his practice and he was excellent.
Felt like he didn't really listen to my problems and brushed them off, even if it was nothing. He knows my medical history and I reiterated how concerning I was, he continued to brush off my concern. I have anxiety and some other health issues so I would appreciate eye contact to calm me down and explain in depth why it wasn't anything he was worried about. It felt like he was rushed but there was only one other patient in the office, and the nurses took their time to make me feel comfortable.
Excellent
Very professional. Very kind
All's well!
He always thinks I want pills. He doesn't listen when I ask why I feel like I do
Nice guy
Provider was thorough, listed to concerns, explained things in an understandable way, and responded with lab work results very quickly
Dr was prompt, and thorough.
Kind and considerate. Very knowledgeable. Focused on me as an individual
He was very good and very thorough.
My PCM is focused on my overall well being. From MSK to emotional to the long term impact of current prescriptions, he is guiding me to a better lifestyle (exercise, diet, physical therapy, getting off NSAIDs). Knows my medical record and history very well and uses it during the appointment to discuss changes in healthcare/lifestyle.
He's very thorough and understanding and explains treatment and alternatives so they're easy to understand.
He is so nice he takes time with you and appreciates my feedback
Dr. Heinz is a nice kid but he doesn't really listen. He asks a question and as I'm trying to answer it he up an interrupts me and asks me about something completely different. He also assumes things about me that are not true. For instance, I have struggled with extreme pain for over a year due to needing a spinal ablation. Getting the procedure approved and set up w/the spine doctor was taking so long that at times I just wanted to end it all. I sent him a message begging for help (such as possibly making a phone call to see what was taking so long). I NEVER mentioned getting an opioid. His response was that he didn't know what else he could do for me and basically accused me of doctor shopping and told me he doesn't give out opioids (which he has made a point of telling me multiple times). Frankly, I was offended because it comes across as a know it all and he needs a lesson in humility. Those of us who are in the twilight of our lives deserve more respect. I am now looking for a new GP.
He did not listen to me rather looks like he was in hurry. Without discussing just prescribed medication to me.
Didn't really have a positive feeling about him. Short, seemed in a bad mood, minimal personal relatability.
Very good
-on time -friendly, kind, and helpful -helped me exactly as I had hoped, fantastic
Excellent experience!
Dr. Heinz has always provided excellent service
Excellent. Straight, to the point, detailed, accurate, efficient
Excellent