Heather Link, MD
Pediatrician
Assistant Professor
- Specialty
- Pediatrics - Primary Care
Female
Locations
Pediatric Primary Care - Burlington
Monday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday:
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Biographical Information
Dr. Heather Linked joined Pediatric Primary Care at The University of Vermont Medical Center in July of 2014. As a pediatrician, Dr. Link works to facilitate the relationship between family and child and works with the family to maximize the health of every child. She enjoys working with expectant and new parents of managing the nuances of newborn care and getting them ready to parent in a gentle, affirmative, and effective manner. Dr. Link works with families to find solutions for children when they encounter behavioral issues by working with the child, the family, the school, and any other ancillary services they receive.
Dr. Link also works closely in managing the care of refugee and immigrant patients at The New American Clinic.
Clinical Interests
Adolescent Care
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Behavioral Health
Health of New Americans
New Parent Coaching
Pediatric Refugee and Immigrant Health
Education
Residency
University At Buffalo State University Of New York
- Pediatrics
Doctor of Medicine
University At Buffalo State University Of New York
- Medical Doctor
Master of Public Health
Bloomberg School of Public Health
- Public Health
Bachelor of Arts
Smith College
- History
Board Certifications
- Member Board
- American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics
Language
Languages
English
Spanish
Interpreter Services Available
Insurance
Participating Insurance Plans at the UVM Medical Center:
Please Note: The below is a list of insurers contracted with The University of Vermont Medical Center, but it does not guarantee participation of your specific insurance plan or coverage of your planned service (i.e. medical, dental, behavioral health, etc.). Please contact your insurer to determine your benefit coverage.
- Aetna
- Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield NH
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Vermont (BCBSVT) / CBA (includes Dental)
- Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)
- Capital District Physicians' Healthcare Network (CDPHN)
- CHAMPVA
- Cigna / Great West (includes Dental)
- Cigna LifeSource
- Coventry Health Care/First Health
- Delta Dental
- EBPA
- Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield (HMO only)
- Evernorth (formerly Cigna Behavioral Health)
- Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Fidelis (New York Quality Healthcare Corporation) (excludes Essential Plan and Exchange products)
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care (excludes United Behavioral Health, NH Health Benefit Exchange, Medicare Advantage, and Managed Medicaid)
- MagnaCare
- Medicaid (VT and NY)* (VT Medicaid includes Dental)
- Medicare*
- MVP
- Optum Rx
- POMCO (must include POMCO Select Logo)
- St. Regis Mohawk Tribe (Medicare)
- The Vermont Health Plan (TVHP)
- TriCare Humana Military (excludes Humana Behavioral Health)
- TriCare Martin's Point Health Care (excludes Behavioral Health)
- United HealthCare (excludes United Behavioral Health) – Commercial Plans including UMR end 12/31/23 | Frequently asked questions
- United HealthCare – The Empire Plan
- Veteran's Administration Community Care Network (VA CCN) (United HealthCare)
- Vermont Blue Advantage
- Workers' Comp (VT and NY)
- Zelis/Stratose
*Not every provider type is eligible to enroll with Government Payers. Please consult your provider’s office prior to visit for confirmation.
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