Summary

Dr. John Lay is a family medicine physician who brings five decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Kirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine and specializes in both family medicine and osteopathic medicine. His extensive background allows him to provide comprehensive care using traditional medical approaches combined with osteopathic techniques. Dr. Lay is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Lay practices at Dominican Hospital and maintains his office at Lay and Heller Medical Group in Aptos, California. He focuses on treating back pain conditions, including back pain during pregnancy and back pain in children and teens. His treatment approach includes physical therapy, strength training, and manual therapy techniques. Patients have rated him 4.5 out of 5 stars on average, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 50 years of experience
  • 9 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Marcus Lay has 2 locations

Lay And Heller Medical Group

10098 Soquel DrAptos, CA 95003
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dominican Hospital

1555 Soquel DrSanta Cruz, CA 95065

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4.5 
50 Years of Experience
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Med School: Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Marcus Lay

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Cigna
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Marcus Lay has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Marcus Lay has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Osteopathic Medicine
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Kirksville College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1977
A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 1976

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Dr. John Lay is affiliated with Dominican Hospital.
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