Summary

Dr. John Young is a family medicine physician with nearly five decades of medical experience serving patients in Bakersfield. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Kern Medical Center. With 49 years of practice, Dr. Young brings extensive knowledge to comprehensive primary care. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Young practices at Bakersfield Memorial Hospital in Bakersfield, California. His expertise includes managing chronic kidney disease and treating rheumatoid arthritis. He also provides specialized care for patients experiencing fatigue and offers advanced treatment options including chemotherapy and infusion therapy services. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.9 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 3.9
  • 49 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Kern Medical Center
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

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49 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 25 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Arabic, English, Spanish Speaks English
Bakersfield , CASeal Beach , CAPOMONA , CAPleasanton , CA
Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), University of Illinois College of Medicine, Peoria, IL
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. John Thomas Young

  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Legacy Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. John Thomas Young has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. John Thomas Young has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

49 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Kern Medical Center

Medical School

Northwestern University Feinberg School Of MedicineGraduated in 1977

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. John Young accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. John Young accepts on their Vitals profile.
Is Dr. John Young accepting new patients?
Dr. John Young has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. John Young affiliated with?
Dr. John Young is affiliated with Bakersfield Memorial Hospital.
Does Dr. John Young accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. John Young has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. John Young speak?
Dr. John Young speaks English and Spanish.

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