Summary

Dr. John Whitworth is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating digestive system disorders. He earned his medical degree from Georgetown University in Washington, DC, and completed his residency training in Internal Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Tennessee College of Medicine and University of Louisville School of Medicine. With 28 years of clinical experience, Dr. Whitworth has developed extensive expertise in caring for patients with complex gastrointestinal conditions. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Whitworth practices at Le Bonheur Children's Hospital and sees patients at the Le Bonheur Children's Outpatient Center in Memphis, Tennessee. His clinical focus includes treating Crohn's disease and managing abdominal pain in both general patients and pregnant women. He performs upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy procedures to diagnose and treat various digestive conditions. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.1
  • 28 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Le Bonheur Children's Outpatient Center

51 N Dunlap StMemphis, TN 38105
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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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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4.1 
28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Memphis , TNMontgomery , ALTallahassee , FLSACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: Georgetown University, Washington, DC Med School: Georgia State University Med School: Creighton University College of Nursing Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by John Whitworth

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Empire Plan
  • Golden Rule
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medica
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Optima Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

John Whitworth has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

John Whitworth has the following area of expertise

  • Pediatric Gastroenterology

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

John Whitworth holds an active medical license in the state of Tennessee.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics and University Of Tennessee Health Science Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Georgetown University, Washington, DC in 1998 and University of Tn, Memphis, Coll of Med, Memphis Tn in 1998.

NPI Number

John Whitworth's NPI number is 1699707638.

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John Whitworth speaks English.

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