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Summary
Dr. John Vanbuskirk specializes in family medicine and hospice & palliative medicine, bringing 44 years of experience to his practice. He completed his medical education at Western University Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and finished his residency at Botsford General Hospital. Dr. Vanbuskirk is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Vanbuskirk practices at multiple locations throughout Tacoma, Washington, and maintains affiliations with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, Mary Bridge Children's Hospital, MultiCare Allenmore Hospital, and Saint Joseph Medical Center. His expertise includes treating respiratory conditions in both adults and children, as well as helping patients manage weight concerns. He provides comprehensive newborn care and stays current with preventive medicine through flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Dr. Vanbuskirk practices at multiple locations throughout Tacoma, Washington, and maintains affiliations with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, Mary Bridge Children's Hospital, MultiCare Allenmore Hospital, and Saint Joseph Medical Center. His expertise includes treating respiratory conditions in both adults and children, as well as helping patients manage weight concerns. He provides comprehensive newborn care and stays current with preventive medicine through flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
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Quick Facts
- 44 years of experience
- speaks English, Spanish
- Botsford General Hospital
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. John R Vanbuskirk has 4 locationsDr. John R Vanbuskirk
521 Martin Luther King Jr WayTacoma, WA 98405 Tel: (253) 792-6680
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 44 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 12 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Swahili | Speaks English | Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu |
| Tacoma , WA | Spokane , WA | Orlando , FL | Lawrenceville , GA |
| Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific | Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College | ||
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John R Vanbuskirk
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Medical Specialties
Dr. John R Vanbuskirk has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. John R Vanbuskirk has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
44 Years Experience
Dr. John R Vanbuskirk holds an expired medical license in the state of Washington.
Medical License
Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Washington that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Botsford General Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific in 1982.
NPI Number
Dr. Vanbuskirk's NPI number is 1124046404.
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- Dr. John R Vanbuskirk's office is located at 1901 S Union Ave, Tacoma, WA, 98405.
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- Dr. John R Vanbuskirk speaks English and Spanish.
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