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Dr. John Horton, MD

Dr. John Horton, MD

Pediatric Surgery*

Dr. John Horton, MD is a pediatric surgeon in Springfield, OR. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Carle Foundation Hospital and Jersey Shore University Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

Practice

3377 Riverbend Dr Springfield, OR 97477
(541) 222-6135

Care Philosophy

"I use the latest techniques and procedures to help children suffering from rare or common illnesses. Children are very resilient and deserve every opportunity to get better. I am whole-heartedly dedicated to my patients an..."

- Dr. John Horton, MD

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Horton specializes in the areas of General Surgery & Pediatric Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Horton's Reviews

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About Me

care philosophy

I use the latest techniques and procedures to help children suffering from rare or common illnesses. Children are very resilient and deserve every opportunity to get better. I am whole-heartedly dedicated to my patients and their family members....read more

biography

John Horton, MD, is a board-certified surgeon, specializing in minimally invasive surgery. From appendectomies and hernia repairs to feeding tube and central line placements, Dr. Horton's expertise in laparoscopic procedures benefit our young patients...read more

  • Pediatric Surgery

  • General Surgery

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  • Oregon Health & Science University

    Fellowship Hospital

  • William Beaumont Army Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Uniformed Services University Of The Health Sciences, Bethesda

    Medical School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Pediatric Surgery
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Within the last one to three years
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More than three years ago
Colorado Medical Board

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Locations

Practice

Sacred Heart Physicians3377 Riverbend Dr Springfield, OR 97477
1

Practice

MultiCare Health System311 S L St Tacoma, WA 98405
2

Practice

Madigan Army Medical Center9040 Jackson Ave Tacoma, WA 98431
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Milton S Hershey Medical Center

    500 University Dr
    Hershey, PA 17033
    Recipient of 48
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    6% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sacred Heart Medical Center-Riverbend

    3333 Riverbend Dr
    Springfield, OR 97477
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    76%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Jersey Shore University Medical Center

    1945 State Route 33
    Neptune, NJ 07753
    Recipient of 47
    hospital awards

    America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    5% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
    View all patient feedback
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