Summary

Dr. John Fitzgerald treats calcium pyrophosphate deposition disease, crystalline arthritis, and gout, and performs bursa injections, arthrocentesis, and joint injections. They have practiced rheumatology for 37 years and are affiliated with UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center.

Dr. Fitzgerald completed a rheumatology fellowship at UCLA School of Medicine in 1999 and sees patients in Los Angeles, California. They speak Spanish. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Fitzgerald 4.56 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.6
  • 37 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish
  • Rheumatology UCLA School of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Westwood 200 Specialty Care

200 Medical Plaza Suite 365Los Angeles, CA 90095

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John Dermot Fitzgerald, MBA, MD, PhDDr. Michael Herman Weisman, MDDr. Steven Richard Weiner, MDDr. George Joseph Sarka, MD
RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyNeurology
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37 Years of Experience 58 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish Speaks English, Korean, Russian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English
Los Angeles , CALos Angeles , CAEureka , CANorthridge , CA
Med School: PhD UCLA School of Public Health Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine Med School: Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John Dermot Fitzgerald

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Institute of Excellence
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - Centers of Medical Excellence
  • Anthem Medicare Advantage PPO*
  • Blue Shield 65 Plus
  • Blue Shield Exclusive PPO Network
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California\xa0*
  • Cigna
  • Cigna LifeSource
  • First Health
  • Health Net of California
  • Inc. dba California Foundation Medical Care (CFMC)
  • Interlink
  • Interplan (a HealthSmart product)
  • LifeTrac
  • MultiPlan
  • OptumHealth Transplant Centers of Excellence (formerly United Resource Network)
  • Oscar EPO - Circle Network
  • Prime Health Services
  • Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • SCAN Health Plan - SCAN Classic II
  • Tricare
  • UFCM Health System
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage\xa0*
  • UnitedHealthcare West
  • Vivity (offered by Anthem Blue Cross)

Medical Specialties

John Dermot Fitzgerald has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

John Dermot Fitzgerald has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Dermatomyositis
  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatologist
  • Scleroderma
  • Spine Inflammation (Spondylarthropathies)
  • Tendinitis
  • Vasculitis

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

John Dermot Fitzgerald 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 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Rheumatology UCLA School of Medicine in 1999.

Residency

Completed their residency at Medicine UCLA School of Medicine: Rheumatology in 1996.

Internship

Completed their internship at Medicine UCLA School of Medicine: Emergency Medicine in 1994.

Medical School

Graduated from PhD UCLA School of Public Health in 2005, MD Tufts University School of Medicine in 1993, MPH Tufts University in 1993, and MBA Santa Clara University in 1989.

NPI Number

John Dermot Fitzgerald's NPI number is 1841215027.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is John Fitzgerald accepting new patients?
John Fitzgerald has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is John Fitzgerald's office located?
John Fitzgerald's office is located at 200 Medical Plaza Suite 365, Los Angeles, CA, 90095.
Does John Fitzgerald accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
John Fitzgerald has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does John Fitzgerald accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that John Fitzgerald accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is John Fitzgerald affiliated with?
John Fitzgerald is affiliated with Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.

Data Sources

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  • NPPES NPI Registry
  • State medical licensing boards
  • Healthcare system and provider network data

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