Summary

Dr. John Clifford is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in treating conditions affecting the bones, joints, and muscles. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Winthrop University Hospital. With 35 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Clifford has developed extensive expertise in helping patients restore function and reduce pain.

Dr. Clifford practices at San Diego Medical Center and sees patients in San Diego and El Cajon, California. He focuses on treating conditions such as tendinopathies, carpal tunnel syndrome, and bone spurs. His surgical expertise includes hand and wrist surgery and open carpal tunnel surgery procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Clifford highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 35 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • Winthrop University Hospital
  • 3 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John William Clifford has 2 locations

San Diego Medical Center

4647 Zion AveSan Diego, CA 92120

Kaiser Permanente Health Care Orthopedics

250 Travelodge DrEl Cajon, CA 92020
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 3:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. John William Clifford, MDDr. Michael Klassen, MDDr. Phillip W Dickinson, MDDr. Michael Arthur Flippin, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgerySurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
4.4 
3.9 
35 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 27 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
San Diego , CAMonterey , CALa Mesa , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John William Clifford

  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John William Clifford has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John William Clifford has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
  • Osteopathic Medicine
  • Other
  • Other Specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. John William Clifford 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 expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Winthrop University Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGE in 1993 and University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Clifford's NPI number is 1952460586.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Which hospitals is Dr. John Clifford affiliated with?
Dr. John Clifford is affiliated with SAN DIEGO MEDICAL CENTER.
Does Dr. John Clifford accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr. John Clifford's office located?
Dr. John Clifford's office is located at 4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA, 92120.
Does Dr. John Clifford accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Clifford accepts on their Vitals profile.

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