Summary

Dr. John Whelan is an internal medicine physician who specializes in rheumatology, bringing over three decades of clinical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Baylor College of Medicine and has dedicated 33 years to caring for patients with complex medical conditions. His dual expertise allows him to provide comprehensive care for both general internal medicine needs and specialized rheumatologic disorders.

Dr. Whelan practices at Children's Hospital Los Angeles in Los Angeles, California. He focuses on treating patients with anxiety disorders and obsessive-compulsive disorder, including pediatric cases. His clinical work includes performing immunoglobulin tests and celiac disease antibody testing to help diagnose various conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his care and expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.1
  • 33 years of experience
  • 53 insurance plans accepted
  • BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
  • 2 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Childrens Hospital Los Angeles

4650 W Sunset BlvdLos Angeles, CA 90027

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Speaks English, Tamil Speaks English
Los Angeles , CAPalo Alto , CALyons , COKaty , TX
Med School: BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Patrick Whelan

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CalOptima - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CenCal Health
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - PPO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Patrick Whelan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Patrick Whelan has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Rheumatology
  • Schoenlein-Henoch Purpura
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE in 1993.

NPI Number

Dr. Whelan's NPI number is 1083681258.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. John Whelan's office located?
Dr. John Whelan's office is located at 4650 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA, 90027.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Whelan affiliated with?
Dr. John Whelan is affiliated with Childrens Hospital Los Angeles.
Does Dr. John Whelan accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Whelan accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. John Whelan accepting new patients?
Dr. John Whelan has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. John Whelan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Whelan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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