Summary

Dr. John Messmer specializes in family medicine and geriatric medicine, bringing nearly five decades of medical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his residency at the United States Naval Medical Center. With 49 years of experience in medicine, Dr. Messmer is fluent in Chinese, Spanish, English, and French.

Dr. Messmer practices at Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center and sees patients in Palmyra, Camp Hill, Lebanon, and Hershey, Pennsylvania. He focuses on caring for patients with Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and cognitive impairment. His approach includes physical therapy and strength training to help patients maintain their independence and quality of life. Patients consistently rate Dr. Messmer highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 49 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Chinese, Spanish, English, French
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Joseph Messmer has 4 locations

Penn State Health Medical Group

941 Park DrPalmyra, PA 17078
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Pennstate Hershey Childrens Hospital

600 University DrHershey, PA 17033

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Joseph Messmer

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • CareSource
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • GEHA
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MVP Health Care
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Joseph Messmer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Joseph Messmer has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Geriatric Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Naval Medical Center

Medical School

Pennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated in 1977

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. John Messmer speak?
Dr. John Messmer speaks Chinese, Spanish, English, and French.
Is Dr. John Messmer accepting new patients?
Dr. John Messmer has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. John Messmer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Messmer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Messmer affiliated with?
Dr. John Messmer is affiliated with Penn State Health Milton S Hershey Medical Center.
Does Dr. John Messmer accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Messmer has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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