Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult
Languages
- English
Gender
FemaleEducation & Board Certifications
Education
- Fellowship: Ann Arbor VA GRECC, 2014
- Fellowship: The University of Michigan Health System, 2013
- Residency: SSM St. Mary's Hospital, 2009
- Medical Education: Pontificia Universidade Catolica de Campinas, 2000
Board Certifications
- Geriatric Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2015
- Internal Medicine: American Board of Internal Medicine, 2010
Research & Publications
See publications for this provider. (Disclaimer: This search is powered by PubMed, a service of the U.S. National Library of Medicine. PubMed is a third-party website with no affiliation with Cleveland Clinic.)
Industry Relationships
Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists collaborate with industry to advance medical breakthroughs. These partnerships help commercialize discoveries for public benefit while maintaining scientific integrity. To ensure transparency and minimize potential bias, Cleveland Clinic reviews these relationships and publicly discloses when physicians/scientists receive significant compensation for consulting, serve in fiduciary roles, receive royalties, or hold equity interests related to their work. We manage potential conflicts through approval processes, annual reporting, and targeted management plans.
As of 2026-01-24, Dr. Heitor-Behdad has reported no financial relationship with industry that is applicable to this listing.
In general, patients should feel free to contact their doctor about any of the relationships and how the relationships are overseen by Cleveland Clinic. To learn more about Cleveland Clinic's policies on collaborations with industry and innovation management, go to our Integrity in Innovation page.
Public Health Service-Reportable Financial Conflicts of Interest. Cleveland Clinic scientists and physicians engage in basic, translational and clinical research activities, working to solve health problems, enhance patient care and improve quality of life for patients. Interactions with industry are essential to bringing the researchers' discoveries to the public, but can present the potential for conflicts of interest related to their research activities. Click here to view a listing of instances where Cleveland Clinic has identified a Public Health Service (PHS)-Reportable Financial Conflict of Interest and has put measures in place to ensure that, to the extent possible, the design, conduct and reporting of the research is free from bias.
* Cleveland Clinic physicians and scientists subscribe to the guidance presented in the PhRMA Code on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals and the AdvaMed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Health Care Professionals. As such, gifts of substantial value are generally prohibited.
Insurances Accepted
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
415 ratings, 80 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2026
Dr. Fernanda is wonderful!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/13/2026
Dr Fernanda Heitor-Behdad really partners with me in finding solutions to my health problems. She is a very good listener, addresses my concerns in simple easy to understand way, and has empathy for me as a human being.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
Great experience! Everyone is fast and efficient and the doctor (Heitor-Behdad ) is spectacularly good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
She was very helpful and supportive. She''s an excellent doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
Dr. Behdad is a phenomenal physician
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
Love Dr. Fernanda!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/27/2026
Dr. Heitor-Behdad is off the chart fantastic!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
I was a little concerned that there was only one choice of physicians accepting new patients when I decided we should move to Cleveland for PCP as I had success with several specialists.I no longer have such concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/19/2026
I was thoroughly impressed and satisfied with my doctor. She sincerely cared about me as a person.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/10/2026
The Dr. put in so much to make sure I understood everything. It was very obvious that she wanted to know everything she needed to know about me to best care for me under any situation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2026
This doctor is wonderful. Thorough, very understanding, just the best.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2026
I love my doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2026
Dr Fernanda is TRRRIFFIC!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/2/2026
Wonderful Dr. Fernanda Heitor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Dr. Heitor-Badhad is a very caring and professional provider. I am so happy to have her as my PCP.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/24/2026
Yes definitely for sure and she is one of the best primary I have ever seen at the clinic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
Dr Behdad MD always takes time to explain tests results, listen to my concerns makes recommendations for my care and suggest date for next check up visit. An excellent experience since the dr demonstrates her care for the patient.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/10/2026
I am currently age 75 and believe Dr Fernanda Behdad was exceptional in our meeting. She took the time to understand my prescriptions as well as documenting my personal medical background. I feel very comfortable working with her to monitor my health issues both currently as well as in the future.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
I have already recommended Dr Fernanda
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Dr Fernanda took time to make sure she had all the information she needed. Very much appreciated and I am very happy having change to her for my primary
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
She is one of the best doctors I have ever had,
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
Excellent doctor!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
The physician is outstanding - knowledge, thoughtfulness, process!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/26/2026
My Primary Physician provided great care and very compassionate and attentive
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
Knowledgeable and kind doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/13/2026
She was truly caring and asked all the needed questions pertaining to my evaluation
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr. Fernanda Heitor-Behdad, is a very competent and knowledgeable in all aspects of my illnesses and problems being disabled. She is so thoughtful and takes her time going through each detail as to explain it to me. She also shows so much interest in her patients that we are aware that sometimes she could be arriving late since she shows all her patients the same.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
I absolutely love Dr. Fernanda!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr. Heitor-Behdad is always thorough taking time to explain the conditions and provide thought provoking options and recommendations. She really cares about her patients. I thank God for her.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
Dr Heitor Bedhad is an excellent doctor. She listens and includes me in all decisions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/23/2025
Dr. Heitor is very caring and thorough. She is a kind, compassionate, excellent medical professional. So happy to have her as my PCP!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Dr. Behdad was caring and thorough for my visit. I would have marked Excellent if that had been a choice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Dr. Always takes time to listen.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Dr Fernanda betor-hadid is so professional and kind. Excellent.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/25/2025
Easy to communicate with my Primary MD and address all medical issues discussed and attentive to my medical needs
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
My doctor is great very caring and listen to you when you have a concern
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/18/2025
Dr. Fernanda is the BEST!! She's attentive, caring, compassionate and I would recommend her to someone I love deeply!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Was very happy with the doctors ability but would hesitate to recommend bc of the wait time.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/11/2025
Dr. Behdad is a very caring person
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
Dr Fernanda HeitorVehdad excellent doctor she is an asset to the Cleveland Clinic
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/4/2025
Very happy with Dr Fernanda. Very caring doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/28/2025
She's amazing doctor, she patiently and kindlylisten to all of My concert and situation and she provided the best understanding and referral and follow up, thanks a lot dr. Behdad.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/21/2025
I have been very happy with the doctor she always answers my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Best doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
It was good experience doing a tele visit with Dr. Heitor-Behdad and she was most kind and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Dr Fernanda spent so much time with us reviewing 86 year old medical history. We have not experienced this level of attentiveness from a primary doctor in a very long time. We have told others of her and my wife will adopt Dr Fernanda as her physician.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/7/2025
Provider answered all my questions and addressed all my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
My doctor really seemed to care for me and my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/30/2025
Dr. Heitor-Behdad is fantastic! She is always very thorough, explains everything and addresses my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/23/2025
The dr was very attentive and I would like to continue seeing her
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Dr. Fernanda Heitor-Behdad was very kind patient and caring during the entire visit.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
Dr. Fernanda Heitor-Behdad is usually very busy with patients but does not rush through until the patient's questions are addressed and there is an action plan in place ifr necessary.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
Doctor is Excellent Professional and knowledgeable and caring!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/2/2025
Dr. Hero's-Behdad took the extra time to listen to me and help me find new solutions to new medical issues.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Excellent doctor!!!!! Very profesional and caring
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/26/2025
Dr Heitor-Behdad is an EXCELLENT doctor and I am happy with her. Perhaps a larger time frame could be given to her for each patient so that she is not late for next patient. I am not suggesting that Dr Heitor-Behdad not give each patient the necessary time needed.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
The wait was worth it. She was thorough, took time reviewing my chart, appeared to be concerned about my overall well-being, and followed up on all my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
I'm very impressed with Doctor Fernanda. She did everything right
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/12/2025
Dr. Fernanda values and focuses on each of her patients. I never feel that my time with her is just a line item on her day.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/22/2025
Excellent physician. Well informed of my history and recent tests and medications. Takes time, advices on how to proceed to next check up.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/15/2025
Dr. Fernanda is great! Professional but very caring.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/1/2025
Outstanding doctor with excellent communication skills
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/24/2025
If you had excellent top-notch, perfect as a response, I would check off all of those. This doctor is incredible.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
The doctor is very good.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Dr. Heitor explained everything very well. Wasn't trying to rush.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Dr. Fernanda is a caring doctor!I'm happy to have her as my PCP!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
Dr. Behdad is outstanding
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/12/2025
The doctor was outstanding in every way - knowledgeable thorough thoughtful
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/3/2025
Excellent experience Doctor went over all of my medical History and listened to my concerns!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
I have already recommended friends to Dr. Fernanda
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
As always, Dr Fernanda is excellent!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
Very good experience, very thorough Doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/27/2025
I always have a very good experience from all the doctors at Cleveland Clinic.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
Dr. Heitor-Behdad is very thorough, good listener, offers practical advice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Good experience with the doctor
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
I am very happy by the courtesy, cared and recommendations delivered to me by care provider doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/5/2025
I am very satisfied by my last meeting with my primary doctor Fernanda Heitor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Dr Heitor-Behdad has always been a great listener and caring doctor. Always responsive.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
I love Dr. Fernanda. She listens to my concerns and questions. She doesn't try to rush you out. And she seems concerned with my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/29/2025
Physician very attentive and efficient