Summary

Dr. John Almquist is a family medicine physician who brings five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Hamot Medical Center. With 50 years of experience serving patients, Dr. Almquist has developed deep knowledge in comprehensive family care. He provides care in English.

Dr. Almquist practices at UPMC HAMOT and sees patients in Erie, Pennsylvania. He specializes in treating substance use disorders, including opioid use disorder and heroin use. His practice also offers allergy treatments such as immunotherapy and sublingual immunotherapy options. Patients rate Dr. Almquist 4.8 out of 5 stars for his care.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 50 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Hamot Medical Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Lakeshore Family Practice

5241 Buffalo RdErie, PA 16510
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Foster Almquist

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - HMO
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania
  • CareSource
  • Empire Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Univera Healthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - HMO
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Foster Almquist has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Foster Almquist has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Hamot Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Almquist's NPI number is 1568460467.

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Dr. John Almquist's office is located at 5241 Buffalo Rd, Erie, PA, 16510.
What languages does Dr. John Almquist speak?
Dr. John Almquist speaks English.
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