Dr. John A. Kearney, MD

Dr. Kearney, MD is a Board certified and Fellowship-trained specialist in Sports Medicine, non-surgical Orthopedics.

He is highly skilled in non-operative treatment options and rehabilitative principles for most musculoskeletal problems and injuries. He works alongside CORE surgeons to ensure that both non-surgical and surgical care is optimized.

Throughout his career, Dr. Kearney has been very involved in the community he serves. He is the team physician for Centennial and Peoria High Schools and also currently serves as the Medical Director for the following organizations: The Arizona Sports Medicine Society, CCV Stars Youth Sports, and Volleyball Festival International.

Additionally, he remains committed to and involved with academic medicine. He is the Director of Sports Medicine and Associate Clinical Faculty at Abrazo Central Family Medicine Residency Program where he routinely teaches and lectures to medical students and Resident Physicians on various orthopedic and sports …medicine subject matter. He is also an Assistant Clinical Professor of Medicine at the University of Arizona College of Medicine Phoenix.

Dr. Kearney completed his fellowship in Primary Care Sports Medicine at Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota where he was the primary team physician for three universities, two colleges, and the Minnesota State High School League. He completed his residency training at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Junction, Colorado. He received his medical degree from the University of Arizona where he graduated with the highest distinction possible. Dr. Kearney began his educational training at Arizona State University where he received his bachelor’s degree in Nutrition, summa cum laude. While there, he was a Maroon and Gold Scholar Athlete as a walk-on member of the men’s basketball team and was also honored as the convocation speaker for the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences

Dr. Kearney has received the 2010, 2014, and 2016 PHOENIX Magazine’s Top Doctors distinction for Sports Medicine. He was also honored with the Phoenix Business Journal Physician of the Year Healthcare Hero Award in 2014 for his service to the community.

The CORE Institute

Comprehensive Orthopedics, Spine, Neurologic, Bone Health & Vein Care.

From advanced orthopedic treatment to expert neurology, neurosurgery, and vein health services, The CORE Institute delivers world-class care when you need it most. Our board-certified and fellowship trained specialists use cutting-edge technology and minimally invasive techniques to help you get back to living your best life.

Arizona’s premier orthopedic institute, providing world-class medical care with compassion, innovation, and excellence for over 20 years.

The CORE Institute was founded to deliver the highest standard of orthopedic, spine, neurological, bone health, and vein care. Built upon a foundation of pioneering research, academics, and community service, we have evolved into one of the premier patient care destinations in the world. Our mission is to provide excellence in every procedure and compassion in every interaction—but you don’t have to take our word for it. Hear what our patients have to say about their journey to recovery.

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