Summary

Dr. John Lafata is an internal medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine. He completed his residency training at UCSD Medical Center and has been practicing medicine for over five decades. Dr. Lafata is board-certified in internal medicine and provides care in English.

Dr. Lafata practices at North County Internal Medicine in Vista, California, and maintains hospital privileges at Tri City Medical Center. He focuses on treating joint pain, knee discomfort, and leg swelling conditions. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training exercises, and hands-on therapeutic techniques. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 51 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Ucsd Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

North County Internal Medicine

2067 W Vista Way Ste 200Vista, CA 92083
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

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Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Anthony Lafata

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mercy Care
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Anthony Lafata has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Anthony Lafata has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

51 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsd Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1975

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. John Lafata affiliated with?
Dr. John Lafata is affiliated with Tri City Medical Center.
Where is Dr. John Lafata's office located?
Dr. John Lafata's office is located at 2067 W Vista Way Ste 200, Vista, CA, 92083.
Does Dr. John Lafata accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Lafata accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. John Lafata accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Lafata has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. John Lafata speak?
Dr. John Lafata speaks English.

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