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Dr. John Leighton, MD

Dr. John Leighton, MD

Medical Oncology*
35+ years of experience

Dr. John Leighton, MD is a medical oncologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University in 1989. He is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.9 Star Rating
Based on 101 reviews 4.9 Star Rating (101 reviews)

Minerva and Fred Braemer Heart Center

5501 Old York Rd Ste 1 Philadelphia, PA 19141
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Dr. Leighton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Leighton

4.9
101 ratings, 5 with a written review
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He is the best. Very caring. Very easy to talk to and explains everything so well.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Ann Nancy Streit – Oct 29, 2024
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Knowledge, efficient, concerned- listens to what you have to say and values your opinion. Has gone out of his way to include my husband during the Covid pandemic-
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lois B – Apr 04, 2021
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Was his very first patient. Went through a lot of complications. But thanks to him I am here today. He is the best doctor around. Trust him not only with my health but my life. Besides being my doctor I am privelidged to call him a friend.
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No results
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Apr 02, 2019
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extremely helpful. attentive to my concerns
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No results
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Mar 17, 2019
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I would recommend Dr. Leighton to everyone. He takes time in your appointment to really talk to you about your concerns and answers any questions you may have. I personally have called him in his capacity as a hematologist although he sees me in his capacity as an oncologist. He called me back and listened to my concerns, answered my questions and told me I can call him anytime. Plus, he is just a very nice person.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gail in Philadelphia, PA – Mar 21, 2017
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Dr. John Leighton, MD is a medical oncologist in Philadelphia, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University in 1989. He is affiliated with Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Medical Oncology

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  • Temple University

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Hematology
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Internal Medicine
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Medical Oncology
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Minerva and Fred Braemer Heart Center

Minerva and Fred Braemer Heart Center5501 Old York Rd Ste 1 Philadelphia, PA 19141
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