3.8
6 Ratings with 2 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. John Fitzwater specializes in surgery with over two decades of clinical experience serving patients. He completed his medical education at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and went on to complete his residency at Texas Tech Health Science Center in 2012. Dr. Fitzwater furthered his training with a fellowship at Nicklaus Children's Hospital in 2014, enhancing his expertise in specialized surgical care. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Fitzwater practices at Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Specialty Clinic in Temple, Texas, where he focuses on treating conditions such as chronic constipation, cases involving swallowed objects, and nontoxic ingestion incidents. His surgical expertise includes performing appendectomies, laparoscopic procedures, and rectal surgeries. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Fitzwater practices at Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Specialty Clinic in Temple, Texas, where he focuses on treating conditions such as chronic constipation, cases involving swallowed objects, and nontoxic ingestion incidents. His surgical expertise includes performing appendectomies, laparoscopic procedures, and rectal surgeries. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 21 years of experience
- 6 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Nicklaus Children's Hospital
- 2 written reviews
- 1 specialty
- 1 board certification
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
- Flexible scheduling
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Office Location
Baylor Scott & White McLane Children's Specialty Clinic - Temple
1901 Sw H K Dodgen LoopTemple, TX 76502 Tel: (254) 724-5437
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SunClosed
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John Fitzwater
Medical Specialties
John Fitzwater has the following specialty
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Nicklaus Children's Hospital in 2014.
Residency
Completed their residency at Texas Tech Health Science Center in 2012 and Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in 2012.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School (Education) in 2005.
NPI Number
John Fitzwater's NPI number is 1013144245.
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- John Fitzwater's office is located at 1901 Sw H K Dodgen Loop, Temple, TX, 76502.
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