Dr. Jason Heavens
Dr. Jason Heavens
Dr. Heavens graduated from medical school in 1997 at the University of Ottawa, Canada. He completed a combined residency in family and emergency medicine and has worked in family and emergency medicine in both rural and urban settings since his graduation. Dr. Heavens is Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine. He has a great interest in Wellness, preventative care as well as treating sports injuries. He looks forward to taking excellent care of you and your families. His goal is to help you maximize the health and longevity you deserve.
When not working, he enjoys time with his family and active outdoor pursuits. He believes in health and fitness and prides himself on being able to swim 3,000 yards in less than an hour and running a half marathon in under 2 hours. He is active in the community and believes strongly in serving our Veterans. Dr. Heavens also volunteers on the Board of the Genesis Project.
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A Family’s Guide to Flu Season in Arizona
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Back-to-School Health Checklist: What to Do Before School Starts
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Pools and Earaches… Is it Swimmer’s Ear or a Middle Ear Infection
Summer in Arizona means sunshine, pool time, and lots of family fun, but we also see a spike in ear infections at Heavens Urgent Care. Whether your child ...
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The 5 Most Common Summer Injuries We See in Urgent Care (and How to Avoid Them)
We love our summertime adventures in Arizona, but without proper care that outdoor fun comes with some common injuries, especially among kids and teens. This is ...
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What to Pack in a Summer First Aid Kit
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Can changing seasons make you sick?
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Sport Injuries: Should I Go to the ER or Urgent Care?
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A Caregiver’s Guide to Dementia
Caring for a loved one with dementia is a mixed bag or joy and frustration. Dementia is a progressive condition that affects memory, thinking, and ...
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