Dr. John Charles Petitt, MD

Dr. John Petitt is a family medicine physician with over four decades of experience caring for patients of all ages. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Diego School of Medicine and completed his residency at Glendale Adventist Medical Center. Throughout his 44-year career, Dr. Petitt has developed expertise in comprehensive family care, treating patients from childhood through their senior years. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities with culturally sensitive care.

Dr. Petitt practices at Borrego Health Centro Medico in El Cajon, California, and maintains affiliations with Valley Presbyterian Hospital and Barlow Respiratory Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating back pain conditions across different age groups, from pediatric and teenage patients to adults experiencing pregnancy-related back discomfort. He coordinates care that may include speech therapy, physical therapy, and strength training …programs to help patients achieve optimal health outcomes. His extensive experience in family medicine enables him to provide comprehensive care for patients throughout their lives.