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Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS

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Specializes in: Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health

University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine (2012)

Professional interests include: laparoscopic surgery, episiotomy, stress urinary incontinence, and more.

1549 Gale Lemerand Drive Fourth floor
Gainesville, FL 32610

(352) 265-8200

Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS is a female pelvic medicine specialist in Gainesville, FL specializing in female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, obstetrics & gynecology and women's health. She graduated from University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine in 2012 and has 13 years of experience. Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS is affiliated with UF Health and FLORIDA CLINICAL PRACTICE ASSOCIATION INC.

Office Locations

UF Health

1549 Gale Lemerand Drive Fourth floor
Gainesville, FL 32610

(352) 265-8200

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Some issues Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS can help you with:

Hysterectomy (Uterus Removal)

A hysterectomy is an extremely common surgery performed to remove the uterus. Sometimes the fallopian tubes, ovaries, or cervix will be removed as well. A woman who has had a hysterectomy will no longer have periods and cannot get pregnant.

There are a variety of reasons that women have hysterectomies, including:

Heavy bleeding or pain, such as that due to fibroids, endometriosis, or adenomyosis
Cancer
Prolapsed uterus, where the pelvic muscles can no longer completely hold the uterus in place

It is important to note that having any of these conditions does not necessarily mean that a hysterectomy is necessary. There are other available treatment options in most cases.

Although the uterus is responsible for a period, it is the ovaries that control the hormonal changes that women go through every month. So if a woman has a hysterectomy but keeps her ovaries, she might still experience hormonal swings every month even if she no longer has a period. Alternately, if a younger woman has a hysterectomy where her ovaries as removed, she will essentially be in immediate menopause.

A hysterectomy can be performed traditionally through one large cut in the abdomen, laparoscopically using tiny incisions and small tools, or through the vagina. Full recovery may take four to six weeks. After a hysterectomy, patients might experience sexual changes such as vaginal dryness or a change in libido. It is common to experience strong emotions after a hysterectomy, including both grief and relief. If a patient's ovaries were removed, they may be at higher risk for certain diseases, such as heart disease and osteoporosis. Taking hormonal birth control might reduce this risk.

Laparoscopic Surgery

Laparoscopic surgery is a kind of minimally invasive surgery using a thin, narrow tube called a laparoscope. Usually performed on the abdomen or the pelvic region, the surgeon makes a few very small incisions instead of one large one.

During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the laparoscope, which contains a light and camera that allows the surgeon to see what is happening inside the body. Then tiny tools are placed through the small openings and used to perform the surgery.

The most common laparoscopic surgery is gallbladder removal, but laparoscopic surgery may also be used for the removal of a kidney or appendix, to treat certain cysts and tumors, for bariatric surgery, for some GERD treatments, or for hernia repairs, among others.

Because laparoscopic surgery only uses a few tiny incisions, the scars are minimal and recovery is easier than with open surgery.

Stress Urinary Incontinence

Stress urinary incontinence is a disorder in which the bladder leaks urine during activities that require exertion, such as lifting, laughing, coughing, and sneezing. Leakage occurs because the muscles responsible for holding urine have become weak. This type of incontinence will affect about one in three women at some point in their lives. It is particularly prevalent in women who have given birth vaginally, have been pregnant, are extremely overweight, or are in menopause. Although more women than men suffer from stress incontinence, men who have had prostate surgery are also at risk of developing this condition.

Treatments vary based on the severity of the incontinence. Mild to moderate leakage may be controlled by doing pelvic floor exercises, avoiding foods that can irritate the bladder, or taking medication. For severe incontinence, however, surgery may be necessary. The most common procedures for stress urinary incontinence are bladder suspension, artificial urinary sphincter surgery, and sling surgery.

Each of these procedures takes about an hour to an hour and a half. Patients will likely wake up with a catheter, a tube that drains urine, as swelling after surgery makes it difficult to urinate. Taking slow, short walks to keep the blood flow moving is usually encouraged within hours of the surgery. Although patients may return to work within seven to ten days after certain procedures, strenuous activities such as running and working out are not recommended for at least four to six weeks. In addition, patients should avoid lifting objects over 15 pounds for three months after any of these operations.

In The News

"UF Ob/Gyn Residents Become First in U.S. to Earn ISUOG Certification", UF Health

"UF Health OB-GYN residents obtain new minimally invasive surgical certification", UF Health

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS treated as a female pelvic medicine specialist in Gainesville, FL during 2019 were catheterization, urologic procedures, placement of vaginal support device and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS for Medicare patients.

blood draw	11
catheterization	55
doctor visit	115
placement of vaginal support device	16
urologic procedures	55

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS.

**Age**
From 65 to 74	42
From 75 to 84	40
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS in 2019

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS treated during 2019 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	36
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	17
Atrial Fibrilation	0
Heart Failure	17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	26
Dementia	12
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS treated as a female pelvic medicine specialist in Gainesville, FL during 2020 were catheterization, urologic procedures, placement of vaginal support device and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS for Medicare patients.

blood draw	25
catheterization	65
doctor visit	275
placement of vaginal support device	28
urologic procedures	65

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	187

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	159
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	83
From 75 to 84	76
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS in 2020

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS treated during 2020 were hypertension, high cholesterol, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	31
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	20
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	26
Dementia	9
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS treated as a female pelvic medicine specialist in Gainesville, FL during 2021 were lab tests, catheterization and urologic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS for Medicare patients.

catheterization	21
doctor visit	187
lab tests	28
urologic procedures	21

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	144

**Age**
From 65 to 74	63
From 75 to 84	67
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS in 2021

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS treated during 2021 were high cholesterol, hypertension, ischemic heart disease and depression.

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	33
Chronic Kidney Disease	30
Asthma	10
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	8
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	25
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	84

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	92

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	81
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	0
From 75 to 84	41
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS in 2022

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS treated during 2022 were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	74
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	22
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	24
Dementia	0
Cancer	0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS treated as a female pelvic medicine specialist in Gainesville, FL during 2023 were urologic procedures and lab tests.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	139
lab tests	11
urologic procedures	28

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	108

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	97
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	58
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS in 2023

The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and osteoperosis.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	25
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	19
Asthma	15
Osteoperosis	26
Atrial Fibrilation	13
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	12
Diabetes	21
Dementia	0
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2019 - 2023

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS treated as a female pelvic medicine specialist in Gainesville, FL were catheterization, urologic procedures, lab tests and blood draw.

blood draw	18
catheterization	47
doctor visit	160
lab tests	19
urologic procedures	42

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2019 - 2023

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS.

**Gender**
Male	0
Female	106

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	0
Asian / Pacific Islander	0
Non-Hispanic White	67
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	52
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0
65 to 74	49

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS From 2019 - 2023

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, depression and ischemic heart disease.

Hypertension	70
High Cholesterol	70
Stroke	1
Ischemic Heart Disease	32
Depression	35
Chronic Kidney Disease	26
Asthma	10
Osteoporosis	21
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	14
Diabetes	24
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Dementia	4
Cancer	4

Education & Training

Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS graduated from University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine in 2012. She completed residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology and has a state license in Florida.

Medical School: University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine (2012)

Residency: Vanderbilt University Medical Center (2016)

Board Certification: American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Licensed In: Florida

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UF Health

FLORIDA CLINICAL PRACTICE ASSOCIATION INC

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jessica Sanderson Heft, MD, MS. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$908 INTERSTIM $908
Alydia Health	$43 JADA SYSTEM $43

**Types of Payments**
Travel and Lodging	$695
Food and Beverage	$257

Biography

Dr. Jessica Heft practices female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery, women's health, and obstetrics & gynecology. Her areas of expertise include the following: episiotomy, uterine prolapse, and hysterectomy (uterus removal). Before completing her residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Dr. Heft attended medical school at the University of South Florida (USF) College of Medicine. Dr. Heft has received professional recognition including the following: the University of Florida College of Medicine; American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists; and the University of Florida. Dr. Heft is affiliated with UF Health. She has an open panel in Gainesville, FL according to Doctor.com.