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Heather Ferreira NP

4.8
(38)

Specialties:

Family Medicine | Primary Care

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About Heather Ferreira NP

Heather Ferreira, FNP-C earned her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, Rhode Island. She continued her education and obtained her Master of Science in Nursing as a Family Nurse Practitioner from Frontier Nursing University in Hyden, Kentucky.  

She began her career at Southcoast Health as a registered nurse, where years of hands-on patient care strengthened her belief in the importance of prevention, education, and long-term wellness. This experience inspired her to advance her training and pursue her certification as a Family Nurse Practitioner.

Heather’s philosophy of care is rooted in compassion, respect, trust, and the delivery of personalized care. She believes in forming lifelong relationships with individuals and families, supporting both their physical and emotional wellbeing throughout each stage of life. Her approach emphasizes continuity, open communication, and empowering patients to actively participate in their health.

She values the opportunity to care for patients of all ages and to help them establish long-term habits that support a healthier future.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time outdoors, staying active, reading, and being with her husband and three children.

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Insurance

Southcoast Health accepts most major insurance plans. Call the Southcoast Health patient registration department at 844-297-2952 or your health plan with any questions regarding coverage.

Ratings & Reviews

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Rating Details

Rating (38)
4.8
Willingness to recommend provider’s office
4.8
Overall Provider Experience
4.9
Courtesy and Respect of Staff
4.8

Patient Comments (5)

  • Going to my pcp and being care for by the staff and any of the providers from her office I have all the confidence. Heather was fantastic, she took the time to listen and come up with a plan. I am very fortunate to finally have the team I do, WAY TO GO![Name] [Name]

  • I was comforted and treated with kindness, gentleness, and professionalism.

  • I love all Dr. MaCormick PA'S . They are very thorough and have time to listen to you.I always ask for them.

  • Heather was exceptional and she renewed our faith for our broken healthcare system. Very happy to meet her very thankful to be seen by her.!?

  • I was checked in immediately by kind receptionist then the Medical Assistant was very kind and thorough and knowledgeable. Heather was extremely kind, supportive and a good listener and was very knowledgeable about all my issues and was helpful with advice for care . I received great care and was very pleased with my first visit with Heather