4.1
23 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. John Garcia is a general surgeon who graduated from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and has been practicing for 28 years. They specialize in surgery with extensive experience treating a wide range of surgical conditions. Dr. Garcia is fluent in both English and Spanish, helping them connect with diverse patients in the Bakersfield community.
Dr. Garcia practices at Mercy Hospital Southwest Bakersfield and serves patients throughout Bakersfield and Tehachapi, California. They focus on treating obesity and weight-related conditions, as well as gallbladder problems. Their surgical expertise includes minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, gallbladder removal, and hernia repair surgery. Patients have given Dr. Garcia an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Dr. Garcia practices at Mercy Hospital Southwest Bakersfield and serves patients throughout Bakersfield and Tehachapi, California. They focus on treating obesity and weight-related conditions, as well as gallbladder problems. Their surgical expertise includes minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures, gallbladder removal, and hernia repair surgery. Patients have given Dr. Garcia an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 28 years of experience
- 35 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Loma Linda University School Of Medicine
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 2 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 9 office locations
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. John R Garcia has 9 locationsBakersfield Surgical Associates
8311 Brimhall Rd Ste 1901Bakersfield, CA 93312Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
San Joaquin Valley Surgery Center
2620 Chester Ave Ste 400Bakersfield, CA 93301 Tel: (661) 243-3334
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Adventist Health Medical Office Tehachapi
105 W E StTehachapi, CA 93561Mon7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. John R Garcia, MD | Dr. Nirav Naik, MD | Dr. Charles David Wong, DO | Dr. Amir Berjis, MD |
| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Thoracic Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 28 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish, Hindi | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Bakersfield , CA | Bakersfield , CA | Bakersfield , CA | Bakersfield , CA |
| Med School: Loma Linda University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med | Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John R Garcia
Medical Specialties
Dr. John R Garcia has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John R Garcia has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
28 Years Experience
Dr. John R Garcia holds an expired medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Loma Linda University School Of Medicine in 1998.
NPI Number
Dr. Garcia's NPI number is 1558344473.
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- Dr. John Garcia is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Southwest Bakersfield.
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