Summary

Dr. John Clifford is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in orthopedic surgery with additional training in osteopathic medicine. He earned his medical degree from New York Medical College and completed his residency at Winthrop University Hospital. With 35 years of experience in practice, Dr. Clifford brings extensive expertise to his patient care.

Dr. Clifford is affiliated with San Diego Medical Center and practices in San Diego and El Cajon, California. He focuses on treating conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tendon disorders, and bone spurs. His surgical expertise includes hand and wrist procedures and open carpal tunnel surgery. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals, reflecting their satisfaction with his care.

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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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Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOtherOther
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.9 
3.4 
35 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 19 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
San Diego , CAMonterey , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGE Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA Med School: Michigan State University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Univ Of Tx Hlth Sci Ctr At San Antonio Joe R & Teresa Lozano Long Schof Med
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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

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Winthrop University Hospital

Medical School

NEW YORK MEDICAL COLLEGEGraduated in 1993
University Of California San Francisco School Of MedicineGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. John Clifford affiliated with?
Dr. John Clifford is affiliated with SAN DIEGO MEDICAL CENTER.
Does Dr. John Clifford accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Clifford accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. John Clifford accepting new patients?
Dr. John Clifford is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. John Clifford's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Does Dr. John Clifford accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Clifford has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. John Clifford's office located?
Dr. John Clifford's office is located at 4647 Zion Ave, San Diego, CA, 92120.

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