Renowned Vascular Surgeon Dr. Robert Heidepriem Now Seeing Patients in Panama City Beach

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. – Wednesday, Aug. 6, 2025 – Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) is proud to announce that Robert W. Heidepriem III, MD, a board-certified, fellowship-trained vascular surgeon is now seeing patients twice a month at TMH Physician Partners, Services by Southern Medical Group – Cardiology located at 1002 N. Arnold Road (Highway 79), Suite 301, Panama City Beach, FL 32413.

Dr. Heidepriem specializes in treating complex vascular conditions, including aortic aneurysms, peripheral artery disease, carotid artery disease and chronic venous insufficiency. Through advanced minimally invasive and traditional procedures, such as angioplasty and stenting, transcarotid artery revascularization (TCAR), arterial or venous bypass surgery and aortic aneurysm repair, Dr. Heidepriem offers patients long-term solutions to faster recovery and better outcomes.

“Bringing this level of surgical expertise allows us to better serve patients facing serious vascular conditions close to home,” said Andrew Starr, West Market President for Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare. “As the needs of this community grow, so does our commitment to expanding high-quality, locally governed care.”

Dr. Heidepriem earned his medical degree from the University of Alabama School of Medicine, completed a general surgery residency at Baptist Health Systems, and pursued advanced training through a vascular surgery fellowship at the University of Tennessee. He is board-certified in both general and vascular surgery and is a Registered Physician in Vascular Interpretation® (RPVI®).

“Panama City Beach is a vibrant and growing area, and I’m honored to be part of the team bringing specialized care to this community,” said Dr. Heidepriem. “My goal is to help patients live healthier lives through expert vascular care tailored to their needs.”

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Heidepriem, call 850-238-4200 or ask your physician for a referral to TMH Physician Partners, Services by Southern Medical Group.

This expansion is part of TMH’s broader commitment to the health of the region, in collaboration with The St. Joe Company and Florida State University. The new Medical Office Plaza offers Urgent Care, Primary Care, Cardiology and Pulmonary services through TMH Physician Partners. It is is the first phase of an 87-acre medical campus, addressing a critical need for expanded healthcare options in Northwest Florida.

For more information about TMH Physician Partners and services available in Panama City Beach, visit TMH.ORG/PCB.