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Dr. John R. Whittaker, MD, FACS
Urologist
710 Lomax St Jacksonville FL, 32204About
Dr. John Whittaker is a urologist practicing in Jacksonville, FL. Dr. Whittaker specializes in diseases of the urinary tract and the male reproductive system. This includes areas of the bladder, urethra, kidneys, penis and prostate. Urology is a surgical specialty and requires knowledge in other areas of expertise such as gynecology and internal medicine due to the variety of clinical problems that are involved.
Education and Training
Univ of Cincinnati Coll of Med, Cincinnati Oh 1969
Board Certification
UrologyAmerican Board of UrologyABU
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Practice At 710 Lomax St
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