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MARK HEANEY Obituary

HEANEY--Mark. Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons celebrates the life and mourns the untimely passing of our friend and colleague Mark L. Heaney, MD, an extraordinary doctor who pushed forward the frontiers of cancer medicine. He joined our faculty in 2013 as a member of the Division of Hematology and Oncology within the Department of Medicine, and was internationally recognized for his research in the area of mast cell diseases and histiocytic neoplasms. A leader in employing translational research, his clinical practice provided the largest patient base for the Division's groundbreaking clinical trial programs targeting rare diseases. Dr. Heaney directed our Hematology and Medical Oncology Fellowship Program, the largest fellowship program at NewYork-Pres- byterian and one of the most selective programs of its kind in the nation. He was an empathic clinician, a valued mentor, a pioneering researcher, and a trusted colleague. We offer our condolences to his wife, Tone Lindgren; their children, Thomas, Kristin, and Katie; his sister, Gretta, and brother, Peter; and the extended Heaney family. Katrina Armstrong, MD, Dean of the Faculties of Health Sciences and the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons; Gary K. Schwartz, MD, Chief, Division of Hematology/Oncology; Donald W. Landry, MD, PhD, Chair, Department of Medicine; Anil K. Rustgi, MD; Director, Columbia University Herbert Irving Comprehensive Cancer Center

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Published by New York Times on Sep. 4, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for MARK HEANEY

17 Entries

D. J. Cornelius

November 21, 2022

I was diagnosed with Leukemia in Albany, NY. The local oncology group gave me an appointment in two weeks. I called Dr. Heaney´s office for an appointment. After looking at my medical records (the same day) he personally called me and asked me to come in the very next day. I think that sums up Dr. Heaney´s empathy, compassion and his selfless care for his patients. I cried upon hearing the sad news. He was more than just a Dr to me. He saved my life.

Rosana Downes

October 31, 2022

I am truly saddened by the loss of such a wonderful, kindhearted soul. Dr. Heaney had an uncanny way of making me feel calm even when my blood counts weren´t that great, aside from my family he was one of the most important people in my life. I thank you for helping me. Rest peacefully kind soul.

robert P karr

October 15, 2022

Hello ..I am a patient of the Dr mark heaney.. I have nothing but good words to say about this great man who saved my life ..from Leukemia..I was diagnosed back in 2021 .. I have to say if it wasn't for this man I wouldn't be where I am now healthy and vibrant thank you again for all your wisdom and your help and your knowledge....you gave me a second chance..at life
Thank you..robert karr

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Gretchen Goodall

September 25, 2022

I have been a patient of Dr. Heaney´s for 15+ years. He was currently overseeing my latest treatment for HCL even though I now live in Hong Kong. He always went above and beyond and made everyone feel like they were his only patient. My heart breaks for his family, fellow patients and colleagues. The world lost a wonderful Doctor and all around good human.
Rest In Peace Doc.

Peg Breen

September 23, 2022

Dr Heaney took care of my father for several years with office visits every 2 or 3 weeks. Dad adored him! Dr. Heaney was smart, hopeful and compassionate. His care , competence, concern, humor and humanity were exceptional and we will miss him. We wish his family strength and want them to know how beautifully integral Dr Heaney was in our lives. His kindness enriched our days.

Denise Castelli

September 20, 2022

I am a patient of Dr. Heaney for many years I saw him for a rare disease Langerhans Histiocytosis. He took me under his wing and treated me like family and had me feeling better in no time.Dr. Heaney was the kindest most patient Dr. I have ever met. His knowledge was unbelievable of Langerhans and many other medical issues. I will miss him dearly. My condolences to his family and everyone who was lucky to have known him. RIP .. Gone to soon.

Sherry Steinberg Gonnello

September 16, 2022

Dr. Heaney was my brothers oncologist at Sloan Kettering. My brother, Dr. Jay Steinberg, adored Dr. Heaney. He took such good care of him. When my brother passed, Dr. Heaney and some of his stuff attended Jays funeral. Not too many doctors take the time to do that. He was a very special man...my condolences to the entire family. He will be missed my many!!

Teri Noren

September 14, 2022

I just learned of Dr. Heaney´s tragic passing. He was my hematologist for many years and I valued his expert opinion, compassion and kindness. He was one in a million and I will never forget how much he cared for me as a patient. I want to express my sincere condolences to his family, friends and supporting staff at Columbia Presbyterian. May his memory be a blessing.

Janet Sacher Patient @ Columbia Presbyterian

September 12, 2022

Dr. Heaney was an exceptional doctor and care giver. He made sure I was able to join a trial medication study for the treatment of Systemic Mastocytosis. He truly wanted to help his patient's find some degree of comfort. He dedicated himself to a cure for so many types of cancer.
I would like to thank his family for sharing him with so many other people. His passing has left a void, that will be hard to fill. He will not be forgotten.

Jennifer dratch

September 10, 2022

Dr Heaney was my doctor for years,he was excellent,, Dr. Heaney was an expert on mastocytosis and was involved with the mast cell disease society,my condolences to his family and friends,may he Rest In Peace

Brad

September 9, 2022

Dr. Heaney was an exceptional human being. I cannot say enough about his character, intellect and values. His family should know what a difference he made in others lives.

Marcia Heydt

September 8, 2022

Thank you Dr. Heaney for your exceptional caring nature and the ability to comprehend the ununderstandable conditions that afflict some of us. My sincere condolences to the family of Dr. Heaney and all of his exceptional and dedicated staff. Gone too soon. God's Speed Dr. Heaney and thank you for making the world better for many people.

Juan Gutiérrez

September 8, 2022

It was with great sadness that I learned of the passing of Dr. Heaney. He was my trusted doctor managing my fight with Lymphoma and I will forever be grateful for his friendship and profesional relationship that we enjoyed. May He Rest In Peace

Gaby Hobbs

September 7, 2022

Dr. Heaney was my mentor during fellowship training and it was such an honor to be trained by such a master clinician. Not only did he have tremendous experience caring for a variety of extremely rare diseases, but he was the most empathetic physician with the gentlest and most caring bedside manner. Mark continued to be someone I could go to after my fellowship for advice. His passing is tragic and is a huge loss to medicine and to all of us who had the pleasure to know him. I will remember the time I spent under his mentorship forever and hope to honor his memory by emulating the spirit with which he approached patient care. Mark was a lovely human being and he will be deeply missed. My deepest condolences to his family.

The Aiello Family

September 6, 2022

Dr. Heaney has been treating my father for a rare blood cancer for several years. We visited multiple hematologists and the second we met Dr. Heaney we were instantly at ease. Not only was he a
Genius in the space, he was empathetic and always made us comfortable. He also would make helpful suggestions for his other co-mordibities. We were so sad to hear of his passing and hope his family knows just how many lives he touched. Sending our condolences to all who knew him, may he Rest In Peace.

R. Livia

September 5, 2022

I am a patient. I am devastated by this news. He was a rare human being who elevated the practice of medicine and touched us all with his kindness and empathy. He set a high bar. Condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. He will live in the hearts of all of us. He has earned his seat in heaven.

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