Summary

Dr. John Harper is a family medicine and emergency medicine physician who earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. He completed his residency training at United States Naval Medical Center, bringing 25 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Harper is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Harper is affiliated with El Centro Regional Medical Center and practices at multiple Palomar Health locations throughout Southern California, including Ramona, Poway, and Escondido. He specializes in managing high cholesterol in children and teens, treating hyperlipidemia and hypertension. His clinical expertise includes ordering comprehensive blood work and metabolic panels to monitor patient health. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.3 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.3
  • 25 years of experience
  • 52 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Ralph Harper has 3 locations

Palomar Health Main Street

1834 Main StRamona, CA 92065
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Palomar Medical Center

15615 Pomerado RdPoway, CA 92064

Palomar Medical Center

2185 Citracado PkwyEscondido, CA 92029

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Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Ralph Harper

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Envolve Benefit Options - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Physicians Mutual
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Ralph Harper has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Ralph Harper has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Flu (Human Influenza)
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Indigestion
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Naval Medical Center

Medical School

Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine
Pennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated in 2001

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. John Harper speak?
Dr. John Harper speaks English and Spanish.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Harper?
You can find contact information for Dr. John Harper here on Vitals.
Does Dr. John Harper accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Harper has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. John Harper's office located?
Dr. John Harper's office is located at 1834 Main St, Ramona, CA, 92065.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Harper affiliated with?
Dr. John Harper is affiliated with El Centro Regional Medical Center.

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