Summary

Dr. John Buxton is a general surgeon who earned their medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed residency training at Pinnacle Health System. With five decades of surgical experience, Dr. Buxton brings extensive knowledge to their practice in the Bakersfield area. They are fluent in both English and Spanish, helping them serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Buxton maintains affiliations with several major hospitals throughout Kern County, including Adventist Health Bakersfield, Mercy Hospital Downtown, and Kern Medical Center. Their surgical expertise includes treating conditions such as ventral hernias, gallbladder stones, and abdominal pain. They perform minimally invasive procedures including laparoscopy and laparoscopic gallbladder removal surgery, as well as hernia repair operations. Patient reviews on Vitals give Dr. Buxton an average rating of 2.9.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.9
  • 50 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Pinnacle Health System
  • 8 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 7 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Provided follow-up after the visit
  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr. John A Buxton has 6 locations

Kern Medical Center

1700 Mount Vernon AveBakersfield, CA 93306

Bakersfield Heart Hospital

3001 Sillect AveBakersfield, CA 93308

Good Samaritan Hospital

901 Olive DrBakersfield, CA 93308

Mercy Hospital Downtown Bakersfield

2215 Truxtun AveBakersfield, CA 93301

Loos Tang And Rodriguez Medical Group

2521-G StreetBakersfield, CA 93301
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley

1100 Magellan DrTehachapi, CA 93561

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SurgerySurgeryOtherOther
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.9 
4.2 
50 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi
Bakersfield , CABakersfield , CABakersfield , CABakersfield , CA
Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John A Buxton

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Medical Specialties

Dr. John A Buxton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John A Buxton has the following area of expertise

  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. John A Buxton holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Pinnacle Health System.

Medical School

Graduated from Loma Linda University School Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Buxton's NPI number is 1134125206.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. John Buxton speak?
Dr. John Buxton speaks English and Spanish.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Buxton affiliated with?
Dr. John Buxton is affiliated with Adventist Health Bakersfield, Mercy Hospital Downtown, Bakersfield Memorial Hospital, Kern Medical Center, Adventist Health Tehachapi Valley, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Bakersfield Heart Hospital.
Does Dr. John Buxton accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Buxton accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. John Buxton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Buxton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Dr. John Buxton accepting new patients?
Dr. John Buxton is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. John Buxton's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.

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