COLUMBUS, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar 30, 2026--
AndHealth has welcomed Dr. Veronica Heitsch, MD, MBOE, as Rheumatologist and Clinical Quality Lead for AndHealth. Dr. Heitsch, a board-certified rheumatologist and internal medicine physician with specialized training in adult rheumatology, is now accepting patients in Ohio and Indiana as part of AndHealth Rheumatology. Appointments can be scheduled by calling 614-526-4551, by emailing appointments@andhealth.com, or by visiting https://andhealth.com/rheumatology.
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Dr. Heitsch brings a thoughtful, patient-centered approach to caring for people living with autoimmune and inflammatory conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriatic arthritis. Her clinical philosophy centers on understanding each patient's full experience and co-designing personalized treatment plans that support both day-to-day life and long-term well-being. Dr. Heitsch is known for her clear communication style, her commitment to shared decision-making, and her ability to make complex medical care feel navigable.
Dr. Heitsch completed advanced fellowship training in adult and pediatric rheumatology at The Ohio State University and Nationwide Children's Hospital, following a combined residency in internal medicine and pediatrics. She earned her medical degree from Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Poland, and holds a Master of Business and Operational Excellence from The Ohio State University—a background that informs her deep commitment to quality improvement and patient safety.
At AndHealth Rheumatology, Dr. Heitsch will offer rheumatology patients access to a fully integrated care model built around everything they need to get and stay well. AndHealth Rheumatology combines convenient, affordable, and comprehensive specialty care with pharmacy services and health coaching support all within one coordinated care team.
Dr. Heitsch sees patients in person at AndHealth's Columbus, Ohio clinics, and virtually throughout Ohio. She said, "What drew me to AndHealth is the ability to truly partner with patients—not just manage a diagnosis, but build a care plan that fits their real life. Shared decision-making isn't a buzzword here; it's how we actually practice. I'm excited to be part of a team that makes that kind of rheumatology care genuinely accessible."
About AndHealth Rheumatology
AndHealth Rheumatology delivers comprehensive specialty care for people living with chronic autoimmune and inflammatory conditions—including rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriatic arthritis —alongside unique world class services designed to provide individualized whole person care. Rheumatology care is delivered alongside specialty pharmacy support, personalized care plans, health coaching, medically tailored meals, sleep and movement programs, remote monitoring, and ongoing provider team access.
AndHealth Rheumatology accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance plans. Headquartered in Columbus, Ohio, AndHealth treats patients across Ohio and Indiana.
To learn more or schedule an appointment, visit andhealth.com/rheumatology.
AndHealth has welcomed Dr. Veronica Heitsch, MD, MBOE, as Rheumatologist and Clinical Quality Lead
