Clinical Interests
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neuron diseases
- Neuromuscular diseases
- Inflammatory myopathies
- Myasthenia and other neuromuscular junction disorders
- Peripheral neuropathies including acquired and hereditary neuropathies-amyloid neuropathies
Research Interests
- Autonomic involvement in ALS and motor neuron diseases
- Pulmonary involvement in ALS and motor neuron disease
- Cognitive involvement in ALS and motor neuron diseases
- Development of brain computer interface for communication and independence
- Clinical Trials in ALS
- Tissue banking and biomarkers in ALS and PLS
- Genetic modifiers of ALS and motor neuron diseases
- ALS and Post-traumatic encephalopathy overlaps
Education
- MD, Albany Medical College, Albany, NY
Training
- Fellowship, MDA Clinical/Research, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
- Residency, Neurology, Albany Medical College, Albany, NY
Board Certifications
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neurology
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Neuromuscular Medicine
Memberships
- The Northeast ALS Consortium, Chair Abstract Committee
- ALS Research Group
- American Academy of Neurology
- American Neurologic Association
Awards and Honors
- Best Doctors in America®, Neurology, 2017-2018, 2019-2020
- Forbes Norris Award 2017
Patient Comments
Dr. Heiman-Patterson is my favorite doctor. [...] Although my condition has to do with CIDP in my feet, she is the one who found problems with my carotid artery and ordered tests. Why? Because actually gives me a physical. [...]
I have been a patient for many, many years and would trust no one else with my treatment for my medical issue. She is an excellent listener.
Superior Care & Guidance
Patient care is first rate, I have and will continue to recommend Dr Heiman-Patterson, her staff and her clinic
Dr. Terry was absolutely extraordinary. She spent over an hour and a half with me to ensure she fully understood my entire history, not just what was written in my chart. She performed a thorough evaluation, took the time to carefully explain everything without rushing, and made sure both my wife and I felt comfortable and that all of our questions were answered. What stood out most was how she made it clear that she was available to us even beyond the appointment. Her compassion, thoroughness, and dedication were truly remarkable.