Dr. John A. Kruba, DO | Palm Springs, CA | Family Medicine

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Dr. John Kruba is a family medicine physician who earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed his residency training at Pacific Hospital of Long Beach and has been practicing for over three decades. Dr. Kruba is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Kruba practices at Desert Regional Medical Center and Desert Oasis Healthcare, both located in Palm Springs, California. He treats patients with obesity and weight management concerns, joint pain, and chronic lung conditions. His practice includes physical therapy services, hepatitis testing, and immunology work. Patients have given Dr. Kruba an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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4.2

19 Ratings
32 years of experience
52 insurance plans accepted
speaks English, Spanish
Pacific Hospital Of Long Beach
8 written reviews
1 specialty
8 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
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Dr. Kruba prescribed medications for me that caused another problem, but when I asked to see him again, was told to go to Urgent Care repeatedly; this happened so often that someone from the medical group called me to inquire why so many visits to Urgent Care. When another doctor was assigned to see me, the diagnosis was that the medications were causing the problem. It was impossible to make an appointment for more than 2 months ahead, which meant always having to call for an appointment, and there were none available. I was unable to see Dr. Kruba for nearly a year while under his care.

June 13th, 2019

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Dr. Kruba has been my Primary Care physician for years... I have even changed insurances in order to maintain as a patient of his. Always, he has shown care, concern and kindness in working with me through not only my physical issues but has been with me in a caring and supportive manner through many emotional matters as well. I truly thank him for helping me maintain my health through these years.

February 7th, 2019

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Very compassionate and seemed genuinly interested in me and my NORD ailment as well as general health.

April 13th, 2016

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Although I had to wait a long time for first appointment, the wait was well worth it. Dr. Kruba was very thorough and gave me more time than any other doctor. Excellent communication.

December 13th, 2014

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Dr Kruba is kind thoughtful and gentle. He is a great diagnostician and very careing...I am happy he is my Doctor.

September 10th, 2014

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I have been seeing Dr. Kruba for aprx. 5 years now. Everthing is great. He listens to everything you tell him, he doesn't rush the visit with you, and he cares about your health and getting you better. I guess he is so well liked that lots of patients wait to see him, It's probably why you have to wait up 2 two weeks for and appointment.

October 5th, 2011

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Dr Kruba is the best doctor I have ever had. He listens to me and his easy going manner makes it easier to get the awkward things that aren't easy or pleasant to discuss out in and open and then resolved. He is supportive and non judgemental. It is truly a pleasure to see this man.

October 13th, 2009

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Dr Kruba listens well and is concerned with the patient. He gives enough time to discuss patient interests and does not rush the procedure. He is current on medical procedures and is conservative in his approach to treatment plans. I have had great success with Dr Kruba

May 19th, 2008

Desert Regional Medical Center

1150 N Indian Canyon DrPalm Springs, CA 92262

Tel: (760) 323-6511

Desert Oasis Healthcare Palm Springs

265 N El Cielo Rd Ste B103Palm Springs, CA 92262

Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm

SatClosed

SunClosed


Dr. John Alex Kruba, DO	Dr. Shakeilla Smithbey, MD	Dr. Samantha Von Ins, MD	Dr. David Byron, MD
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (19 Ratings)	5 (5 Ratings)	5 (8 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)
32 Years of Experience	15 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese
Palm Springs , CA	Houston , TX	Placentia , CA	Tuscon , AZ
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med	Med School: Howard University College Of Medicine	Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine	Med School: Ben-Gurion University Of The Negev Faculty Of Health Sciences
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Family Medicine

Check-up
Contraception
Family Planning
Forensic Pathology
Immunization
Influenza
Pediatrics
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MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Pacific Hospital Of Long Beach

Medical School

Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated in 1994

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Is Dr. John Kruba accepting new patients?: Dr. John Kruba has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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Which hospitals is Dr. John Kruba affiliated with?: Dr. John Kruba is affiliated with Desert Regional Medical Center.
Where is Dr. John Kruba's office located?: Dr. John Kruba's office is located at 1150 N Indian Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA, 92262.
Does Dr. John Kruba accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. John Kruba has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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