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Dr. John Person is a gastroenterologist with nearly five decades of experience treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency at the United States Naval Medical Center. With 47 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Person brings extensive expertise to complex gastrointestinal conditions. He provides care in English for his patients.

Dr. Person practices at Sharp Memorial Hospital and sees patients at Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group locations in San Diego, California. He specializes in treating swallowing difficulties, stomach pain, and abdominal discomfort during pregnancy. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies and lower digestive tract examinations with sedation for patient comfort. Patients have given Dr. Person an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
    6 Ratings
  • 47 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English
  • United States Naval Medical Center
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Lester Person has 2 locations

Sharp Rees-Stealy Medical Group

2929 Health Center DrSan Diego, CA 92123
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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
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Sharp Rees-Stealy Gastroenterology

2929 Health Center Dr Fl 1San Diego, CA 92123
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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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47 Years of Experience
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Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
San Diego , CASACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: Emory University Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Lester Person

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  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Lester Person has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Lester Person has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

United States Naval Medical Center

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 1979

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. John Person affiliated with?
Dr. John Person is affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital.
Does Dr. John Person accept my insurance?
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Where is Dr. John Person's office located?
Dr. John Person's office is located at 2929 Health Center Dr, San Diego, CA, 92123.

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