Summary

Dr. John Kernan is an internal medicine physician who brings over five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and completed his residency training at Confederate Memorial Medical Center. With 51 years of experience treating patients, Dr. Kernan has developed extensive knowledge in comprehensive adult healthcare. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Kernan practices at Covenant Health Hobbs Hospital in Hobbs, New Mexico, and maintains affiliations with Lea Regional Medical Center. His clinical focus includes managing high blood pressure and treating hypertensive emergencies when blood pressure reaches dangerously high levels. He also provides specialized retinal care, performing advanced imaging techniques and anti-VEGF treatments for various eye conditions. Patients consistently rate Dr. Kernan highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.7
  • 51 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Confederate Memorial Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Covenant Health Hobbs Hospital

4900 N Lovington HwyHobbs, NM 88240

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
Hobbs , NMHobbs , NMHobbs , NMLovington , NM
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: Universidad De El Salvador Facultad De Medicina Med School: RANGARAYA MEDICAL COLLEGE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Bartholomew Kernan

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Bartholomew Kernan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Bartholomew Kernan has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Legal Medicine
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New Mexico, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Confederate Memorial Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Texas Medical Branch At GalvestonGraduated in 1975

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Which hospitals is Dr. John Kernan affiliated with?
Dr. John Kernan is affiliated with Lea Regional Medical Center.

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