John W Yokitis

John W Yokitis, D.O.

Assistant Professor; Medical Director, UF Health Family Medicine – Kernan

Department: Community Health and Family Medicine – Jacksonville
Business Phone: (904) 633-0590
Business Email: john.yokitis@jax.ufl.edu

About John W Yokitis

John Yokitis, D.O., is board-certified in family medicine and has more than 17 years of experience working with children and families. He earned his medical degree from the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency through the U.S. Army, where he was named chief resident. Dr. Yokitis is a veteran of the Iraq War.

Osteopathic medicine emphasizes a whole-person approach to treatment and care. In addition to offering a comprehensive range of primary care services, Dr. Yokitis diagnoses a variety of musculoskeletal conditions and treats through manipulative therapy.

He has a special interest in preventive health care, health maintenance and minor surgical procedures, such as skin excisions, biopsies and joint injections.

Additional Positions:
Medical Director
2022 – Current · UF Health Family Medicine – Kernan
Assistant Professor of Family Medicine
2020 – Current · University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville

Board Certifications

  • Family Medicine
    American Board of Family Medicine

Clinical Profile

Specialties
  • Family Medicine

Publications

Academic Articles
2006
Acute chest pain in an adolescent.
American family physician. 74(3):473-4 [PMID] 16913167.
2001
Effect of intranasal challenge with interleukin-6 on upper airway symptomatology and physiology in allergic and nonallergic patients.
Annals of allergy, asthma & immunology : official publication of the American College of Allergy, Asthma, & Immunology. 86(5):531-6 [PMID] 11379804.

Education

Family Medicine Residency
2006 · Dewitt Army Community Hospital
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
2003 · Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine

Contact Details

Phones:
Business:
(904) 633-0590
Emails:
Addresses:
Business Mailing:
12620 BEACH BLVD STE 13
JACKSONVILLE FL 32246