2.5
2 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. John Carethers is a gastroenterologist who specializes in digestive health and disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. He earned his medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. With 37 years of medical experience, Dr. Carethers brings extensive knowledge to his gastroenterology practice. He is fluent in English.
Dr. Carethers is affiliated with several prestigious medical institutions, including University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, Scripps Green Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. His practice is located in La Jolla, California, where he focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps and various skin conditions like age spots and birthmarks. He performs specialized procedures including colon cancer genetic testing and other genetic screening services. Patients have given Dr. Carethers an average rating of 2.5 on Vitals.
Dr. Carethers is affiliated with several prestigious medical institutions, including University of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, Scripps Green Hospital, and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. His practice is located in La Jolla, California, where he focuses on treating conditions such as colon polyps and various skin conditions like age spots and birthmarks. He performs specialized procedures including colon cancer genetic testing and other genetic screening services. Patients have given Dr. Carethers an average rating of 2.5 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 37 years of experience
- speaks English
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- 1 written review
- 2 specialties
- 8 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology | Gastroenterology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 37 Years of Experience | |||
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English |
| La Jolla , CA | SACRAMENTO , CA | SACRAMENTO , CA | SACRAMENTO , CA |
| Med School: Wayne State University School Of Medicine | Med School: Emory University | Med School: University of South Alabama | Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John Carethers
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Medical Specialties
John Carethers has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
John Carethers has the following 8 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
John Carethers holds an active medical license in the states of Michigan and California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Michigan that expires in 2027 and an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Massachusetts General Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Wayne State University School Of Medicine in 1989.
NPI Number
John Carethers' NPI number is 1518048990.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is John Carethers's office located?
- John Carethers's office is located at 9350 Campus Point Dr, La Jolla, CA, 92037.
- Which hospitals is John Carethers affiliated with?
- John Carethers is affiliated with University Of California San Diego Jacobs Medical Center, Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, University Of Michigan Cs Mott Childrens Hospital, and UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN HEALTH SYSTEM.
- How can I make an appointment with John Carethers?
- You can find contact information for John Carethers here on Vitals.
- Is John Carethers accepting new patients?
- John Carethers is accepting new patients on Vitals. View John Carethers's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- Does John Carethers accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that John Carethers accepts on their Vitals profile.
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