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Heather A. Ridinger MD

Associate Professor of Medicine

Areas of Expertise

  • Internal Medicine
  • Primary Care

Location

Languages

  • English
  • Hungarian

Education

  • Doctor of Medicine - University of Maryland, 2009
  • Residency - Vanderbilt University Medical Center, 2012
  • Chief Residency - Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 2013

Board Certifications

  • Internal Medicine - American Board of Internal Medicine, 2012

Patient Comments

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Very satisfying with Dr Ridinger I will definitely recommend to anyone
February 20, 2026
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I cannot say enough positive things about Dr. Ridinger, each time I am seen by her she is compassionate, relatable, informed and thorough. If I have a question that she isn't sure of she takes the time right there to figure out the answer. She includes me in her answers to questions and listens intently to how I feel physically and emotionally about my health. I have had a rough couple of years with my health and a few of the doctors I have seen at Vanderbilt have been dismissive, so much so that I hesitate making an appointment and feel that I need to make them like me so that I will be treated with the help I need without judgement or annoyance.
February 7, 2026
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Dr. Riidinger is very, personable, thorough and never makes me feel rushed.
February 6, 2026
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Dr.Ridinger is the best!
January 25, 2026
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Dr Ridinger always shows her concern how I am doing and very helpful in explaining necessary steps to make me feel better.
January 12, 2026
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Dr R is engaging, professional and totally focused on the patient.
January 9, 2026
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Dr. Ridinger is finest PCP I have had. She's a warm, caring, experienced provider.
January 2, 2026
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Dr. Ridenger is exceptional. Consistently exceptional. Attentive, caring, knowledgeable, professional ... What more could a customer/patient want in a healthcare provider?
December 17, 2025
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Dr ridinger is a great dr.
November 24, 2025
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