Dr. Heineman graduated from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine (TUSPM) in 2019 and completed her four-year podiatric surgical residency at Temple University Hospital in 2023, serving as chief resident during her final year. After spending the past three years in clinical practice in Wilmington, Delaware, she is excited to return to her alma mater. Dr. Heineman was named the 2025 Clinical Educator of the Year by the ChristianaCare Health System Podiatric Medicine and Surgical Residency Program and recognized as a 2026 Delaware Today Top Doctor.
She is board-certified in Foot and Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and in Podiatric Medicine by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Dr. Heineman is passionate about advancing the podiatric profession and looks forward to sharing her knowledge and enthusiasm with both patients and students at TUSPM. A former Division I field hockey player and assistant field hockey coach, she understands the importance of helping patients return to their daily activities and the pursuits they love. Her clinical interests include reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle, diabetic limb salvage, Charcot reconstruction, and traumatic injuries of the foot and ankle.
In addition to her clinical and educational roles, Dr. Heineman serves as faculty advisor for TUSPM’s Spectrum LGBTQI Allies Club, an organization she founded while a student at the school. She is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for students, colleagues, and patients alike. In her spare time, Dr. Heineman enjoys spending time with her fur children, Tilly and Izzy; playing video games and building with LEGOs; taking scenic drives along the Delaware Beaches in her Wrangler; and caring for her houseplants.
Courses Taught
Principles of Podiatric Surgery I and II: Co-Course Director
Lower Extremity Anatomy, Trauma Surgery, Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery, First Ray Surgery: Guest Lecturer
Publications
Bik PM, Heineman K, Levi J, Meyr AJ. The effect of remnant metatarsal parabola structure on transmetatarsal amputation primary healing and durability. Pubmed ID#: 34852948
Heineman K, Levi J, Meyr AJ. The effect of hallux valgus surgery on the transverse plane hallux proximal phalanx position. Pubmed ID#: 34933791
Levi J, Heineman K, Sansosti LE, Meyr AJ. Factors associated with successful closed reduction of dislocated ankle fractures at a US level-1 trauma center. Pubmed ID#: 36526513
Heineman K, Meyr AJ. Multiplanar multivariate linear regression analysis of hallux valgus radiographic parameters. Pubmed ID#: 36496338