Summary

Dr. John Wachira is a pulmonologist who specializes in critical care medicine and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from International American University College of Medicine and completed his residency at Sanford School of Medicine. With 17 years of experience treating patients with breathing and sleep disorders, Dr. Wachira brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Wachira is affiliated with Chi Health Bergan Mercy and practices at multiple Baptist Health locations throughout Jacksonville and Fleming Island, Florida. He focuses on treating sleep apnea, including obstructive sleep apnea in both adults and children. His clinical expertise includes remote patient monitoring, therapeutic hypothermia, and pulmonary function testing to help patients breathe better and sleep more soundly. Patients have given him an average rating of 5.0 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 17 years of experience
  • 57 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Sanford School Of Medicine
  • 189 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. John Kelly Wachira has 6 locations

Respiratory Care And Sleep Medicine Baptist Downtown

1443 San Marco Blvd Ste 101Jacksonville, FL 32207
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

Respiratory Care & Sleep Medicine - Baptist Downtown

1325 San Marco Blvd Ste 300Jacksonville, FL 32207

Baptist Medical Center Nassau

1250 S 18th StFernandina Beach, FL 32034

Respiratory Care And Sleep Medicine Clay County

2349 Village Square Pkwy Ste 112Fleming Island, FL 32003
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. John Kelly WachiraDr. Sadia Shah, MDDr. Kevin Green, MDDr. Patrick Kelley Dobbins, MD
PulmonologyPulmonologyPulmonologyEmergency Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
17 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 58 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English
Jacksonville , FLJacksonville , FLJupiter , FLJacksonville , FL
Med School: International American University College Of Medicine Med School: Ross University School of Medicine Med School: University of Florida
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Kelly Wachira

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Community Care
  • Florida Community Care - Medicaid
  • Freedom Health
  • GEHA
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Priority Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO
  • Wellcare - Medicaid
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • WPS Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Kelly Wachira has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Kelly Wachira has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Critical Care Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Internal Medicine
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

Dr. John Kelly Wachira holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Sanford School Of Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from International American University College Of Medicine in 2009.

NPI Number

Dr. Wachira's NPI number is 1659699122.

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