David (David) R. Heitmeier (D-SS07)
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Capitol: 225.342.2040
FAX: 225.342.1140
District: 504.361.6356
Senator
Room B254 State Capitol 900 North Third Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70804

District Office:
3501 Holiday Drive
New Orleans, LA 70114
Elected: 2007    Next Election: 2015
Spouse: Cathy Chifici   
Committee Assignments
ChairmanSenate Committee on Health and Welfare
MemberSenate Select Committee Coastal Restoration and Flood Control
MemberSenate Select Committee on Veterans Affairs
MemberSenate Committee on Environmental Quality
MemberSenate Committee on Transportation, Highways and Public Works
MemberSenate Committee on Revenue and Fiscal Affairs
MemberJoint Committee on Hurricane Recovery
MemberJoint Legislative Committee on Capital Outlay
Counties Representing
Jefferson Parish / Orleans Parish / Plaquemines Parish

Bio

A lifelong resident of Algiers, Louisiana, Senator David Heitmeier is a Doctor of Optometry and owns and manages one of the region’s most successful clinical practices. A 1979 graduate of Holy Cross High School, Senator Heitmeier went on to earn a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Southwestern Louisiana in Biological, Mathematical and Physical Sciences. Completing his education with a doctorate in Optometry in 1987 from the University of Houston, he chose to work in the community he loves and founded Heitmeier & Armani – Medical and Surgical Eyecare. Senator Heitmeier’s commitment to hard work and innovation has earned him the admiration of his colleagues in the field of healthcare. He has lectured on business organization and efficiency and has taught the principles of patient service and ethics around the country. It was during 1985 that Senator Heitmeier married his wife, the former Cathy Chifici. Together they have raised two daughters, Leah and Meghan, in the same community which has been home to the Heitmeiers and the Chificis for generations. Career - Doctor of Optometry, Managing Partner of Heitmeier & Armani – Medical and Surgical Eyecare. Affiliations - American Optometric Association, Member. Louisiana Optometric Association, Member. Best Practices for Doctors, Lecturer. Southern Professional Committee for Vision Service Plan, Signet Armolite/Kodak Lenses Educational Committee, Lecturer. Louisiana State Healthcare Task Force. Algiers Economic Development Foundation. Jefferson Chamber Plaquemines Association of Business and Industry, Park Timbers Home Owners Association, Special Olympics, Volunteer. Plantation Athletic Club, Coach. Louisiana Attorney General’s Office Reserve. Education - 1979 – Holy Cross High School – Diploma. 1984 – University of Southwestern Louisiana – Bachelor of Science. 1987 – University of Houston – Doctor of Optometry.