Summary

Dr. John Whittaker is a surgeon with five decades of experience treating patients throughout the Southfield and Detroit areas. He earned his medical degree from Meharry Medical College School of Medicine and completed his residency at Providence Hospital and Medical Center. Dr. Whittaker speaks English and brings extensive surgical expertise to his practice.

Dr. Whittaker is affiliated with Harper University Hospital and practices at multiple locations in Southfield and Detroit, Michigan. He specializes in treating patients with chronic kidney disease and advanced kidney conditions that require surgical intervention. His procedures include creating and maintaining vascular access for dialysis patients, performing specialized imaging studies like Doppler ultrasounds, and conducting angioplasty procedures to restore proper blood flow in dialysis access sites. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.9
  • 50 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Providence Hospital And Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. John Raymond Whittaker has 5 locations

Whittaker John R Office

27209 Lahser Rd Ste 224Southfield, MI 48034
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Surgeons Choice Medical Center

22401 Foster Winter DrSouthfield, MI 48075

Straith Hospital

23901 Lahser RdSouthfield, MI 48033

Dmc Sinai Grace Hospital

6071 W Outer DrDetroit, MI 48235

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Accepts New Patients
3.9 
50 Years of Experience 70 Years of Experience 71 Years of Experience 60 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Southfield , MISouthfield , MIWestland , MIPontiac , MI
Med School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine Med School: University of Illinois at Chicago Med School: University of Iowa Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Raymond Whittaker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Medicare
  • CareSource
  • CareSource - Medicaid
  • CareSource - Medicare
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - HMO
  • Health Alliance - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Alliance - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Priority Health
  • Reliance Standard
  • Reliance Standard - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare
  • Zing Health
  • Zing Health - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Raymond Whittaker has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Raymond Whittaker has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Other

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Dr. John Raymond Whittaker holds an active medical license in the state of Michigan.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Providence Hospital And Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Whittaker's NPI number is 1568422566.

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Which hospitals is Dr. John Whittaker affiliated with?
Dr. John Whittaker is affiliated with Harper University Hospital.
Where is Dr. John Whittaker's office located?
Dr. John Whittaker's office is located at 27209 Lahser Rd Ste 224, Southfield, MI, 48034.
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