Heather Lunning, PA-C
Physician Assistant
Locations
Blaine, Maple Grove
Contact
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Language Spoken
English
About Heather Lunning, PA-C
I was lucky to begin my life’s journey in a rural southern Minnesota town. As a veterinarian’s daughter, I knew at a young age that I was intrigued and fascinated by medicine. Spending many hours side by side with my dad at the surgery table, barn, or pasture, I truly developed my love for surgery, mesmerized watching his deft hands work. As I grew older, my mom empowered me to develop into an independent, strong willed young woman. Through college, I dreamed of a career in medicine and decided on a degree in Physician Assistant studies, which I felt would allow me a positive work/life balance.
Fortunately, I have had an extremely diverse background in medicine, which has been both gratifying and advantageous. Given more than two decades of my career was spent in rural Minnesota, my knowledge base in family medicine and seeing patients of all ages strengthened my diagnostic, clinical, and surgical skill sets. My passion for women’s health, combined with my lifelong love for surgery motivated me to take a position in gynecology oncology surgery several years ago. This position further developed my surgical skill set with the addition of minimally invasive robotic technology.
My decision to join the collaborating team of providers at Oakdale ObGyn in 2022 has been extremely rewarding and fulfilling. As I’ve integrated into this talented team, my special interests have evolved. Pelvic pain, recurrent infections, LGBTQ care, menopause guidance, and urogynecology are areas in which I have expanded my knowledge base and hope to educate and successfully treat my patients. The physical and emotional changes a woman experiences throughout her life demands a caring, knowledgeable partner in her medical journey. I hope that I can develop long-term relationships with my patients, understanding that they are in a safe and reliable health care environment. My role is to educate and guide patients, but appreciate the opinions and goals of my patients working together to strive for a healthy and positive outcome.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistant, Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center – Des Moines, IA
Bachelor of Science in Biology, St. Olaf College – Northfield, MN
Certifications
National Commission on Certification of Physician AssistantsInsurance Information
Our practice accepts most major insurances. However, we encourage you to call your insurance provider about your coverage.
MN-Aetna
MN-Americas PPO
MN-BCBS of MN
MN-Cigna
MN-HealthPartners/Cigna
MN-Hennepin Health
MN-Humana
MN-Medica
MN-Medicaid
MN-Medicare
MN-Multiplan
MN-PreferredOne
MN-Railroad Medicare
MN-VA CCN
MN-UHC
MN-Ucare
MN-Tricare
Hospital Affiliations
Oakdale ObGyn
North Memorial Health Maple Grove Hospital
9875 Hospital Drive
Maple Grove, MN 55369
- Phone (763) 581-1000
North Memorial Ambulatory Surgery Center
9855 Hospital Drive
Maple Grove, MN 55369
- Phone (763) 581-9000
Special Interests
- Gynecology
- Patient education
- Emotional wellness
- Gynecologic surgery
I was lucky to begin my life’s journey in a rural southern Minnesota town. As a veterinarian’s daughter, I knew at a young age that I was intrigued and fascinated by medicine. Spending many hours side by side with my dad at the surgery table, barn, or pasture, I truly developed my love for surgery, mesmerized watching his deft hands work. As I grew older, my mom empowered me to develop into an independent, strong willed young woman. Through college, I dreamed of a career in medicine and decided on a degree in Physician Assistant studies, which I felt would allow me a positive work/life balance.
Fortunately, I have had an extremely diverse background in medicine, which has been both gratifying and advantageous. Given more than two decades of my career was spent in rural Minnesota, my knowledge base in family medicine and seeing patients of all ages strengthened my diagnostic, clinical, and surgical skill sets. My passion for women’s health, combined with my lifelong love for surgery motivated me to take a position in gynecology oncology surgery several years ago. This position further developed my surgical skill set with the addition of minimally invasive robotic technology.
My decision to join the collaborating team of providers at Oakdale ObGyn in 2022 has been extremely rewarding and fulfilling. As I’ve integrated into this talented team, my special interests have evolved. Pelvic pain, recurrent infections, LGBTQ care, menopause guidance, and urogynecology are areas in which I have expanded my knowledge base and hope to educate and successfully treat my patients. The physical and emotional changes a woman experiences throughout her life demands a caring, knowledgeable partner in her medical journey. I hope that I can develop long-term relationships with my patients, understanding that they are in a safe and reliable health care environment. My role is to educate and guide patients, but appreciate the opinions and goals of my patients working together to strive for a healthy and positive outcome.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Physician Assistant, Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center – Des Moines, IA
Bachelor of Science in Biology, St. Olaf College – Northfield, MN
Certifications
National Commission on Certification of Physician AssistantsOakdale ObGyn
North Memorial Health Maple Grove Hospital
9875 Hospital Drive
Maple Grove, MN 55369
- Phone (763) 581-1000
North Memorial Ambulatory Surgery Center
9855 Hospital Drive
Maple Grove, MN 55369
- Phone (763) 581-9000
- Gynecology
- Patient education
- Emotional wellness
- Gynecologic surgery
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Megan Fredericksen, APRN, CNP, WHNP-BC, DNP
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Jennifer Stoffers, APRN, CNM
Nurse Midwife
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Megan Fredericksen, APRN, CNP, WHNP-BC, DNP
Nurse Practitioner
- Maple Grove, Plymouth
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Jennifer Stoffers, APRN, CNM
Nurse Midwife
- Maple Grove, Plymouth
- (763) 587-7000
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