Summary

Dr. John So specializes in internal medicine, providing comprehensive care for adult patients with complex medical conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency training at Metropolitan Hospital Center. With 27 years of clinical experience, Dr. So has developed expertise in managing chronic diseases and preventive care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. So practices at multiple locations throughout Downey and Lakewood, California, including affiliations with UCI Health Lakewood. His clinical focus centers on treating diabetes and high blood pressure, two of the most common conditions affecting adults today. He also manages diabetic complications that can affect the heart and blood vessels. Dr. So regularly performs blood work including complete blood counts and chemistry panels to monitor his patients' health. Patients consistently rate their care experience highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 27 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Metropolitan Hospital Center
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. John Terence Tan So has 3 locations

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4.6 
27 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Downey , CANewport Beach , CANewport Beach , CAKaty , TX
Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Terence Tan So

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Terence Tan So has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Terence Tan So has the following 7 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

Dr. John Terence Tan So holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Metropolitan Hospital Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery in 1999.

NPI Number

Dr. So's NPI number is 1801924295.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. John So's office located?
Dr. John So's office is located at 11500 Brookshire Ave, Downey, CA, 90241.
Is Dr. John So accepting new patients?
Dr. John So has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. John So accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John So accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. John So accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John So has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. John So affiliated with?
Dr. John So is affiliated with Uci Health Lakewood.

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