Medical doctor (MD)

Orthopedic surgery

(board certified)

Spine

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Alvarado Medical Group DBA Orthopedic Specialists of San Diego

619-286-9480

5555 Reservoir Drive
Suite 104
San Diego, CA 92120-5198

Orthopedic Specialists of San Diego

619-286-9480

8860 Center Dr
Suite 350
La Mesa, CA 91942


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  1. Alvarado Medical Group DBA Orthopedic Specialists of San Diego

    5555 Reservoir Drive
    Suite 104
    San Diego, CA 92120-5198
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    619-286-9480

  2. Orthopedic Specialists of San Diego

    8860 Center Dr
    Suite 350
    La Mesa, CA 91942
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    619-286-9480


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About John Finkenberg, MD

I utilize the expertise provided to me by mentors from UCLA and Johns Hopkins Hospital to help each patient. I dedicate time to finding the correct diagnosis through examination and testing, which results in higher success rates with treatment. In my free time, I enjoy bronze sculptures, sports and international lecturing.

Age: 70
In practice since: 1992
Gender: Male
Languages: English, Spanish

Education

Johns Hopkins University: Fellowship
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center: Residency
Harbor-UCLA Medical Center: Internship
University of California, Los Angeles: Medical School

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1285703413

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John Finkenberg, MD, accepts 38 health insurance plans.

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