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Dr. John Tesser, MD

Rheumatology* Age 74
Dr. John Tesser, MD
3.8 (61 Ratings)

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Dr. John Tesser, MD is a Rheumatologist in Phoenix, AZ.
Dr. John Tesser, MD
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Dr. John Tesser, MD

Rheumatology* Age 74
Phoenix, AZ
Accepting new patients
48 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. John Tesser, MD is a Rheumatologist in Phoenix, AZ.

About

Dr. Tesser graduated from University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry in 1977 and completed a residency at Maricopa Medical Center. Dr. John Tesser, MD is a Rheumatologist in Phoenix, AZ and has 48 years experience. Dr. Tesser currently practices at Arizona Arthritis & Rheumatology Associates and are affiliated with Abrazo Arrowhead, Ascension St Joseph Hospital, Ashtabula County Medical Center, Lake Chelan Community Hospital and SKY Lakes Medical Center. Dr. Tesser has experience treating conditions like Osteopenia, Fibromyalgia and Osteoporosis among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Tesser received an average rating of 3.8/5 from patients and has been reviewed 61 times. Dr. Tesser's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Tesser is board certified in Internal Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Osteopenia
Fibromyalgia
Osteoporosis
Osteopenia
Fibromyalgia
Osteoporosis
Osteopenia
Fibromyalgia
Osteoporosis
Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Adhesive Capsulitis Shoulder
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Ankylosing Vertebral Hyperostosis
Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS)
Bursitis
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Chondrocalcinosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Henoch–Schönlein Purpura (HSP)
Intervertebral Disc Disease
Joint Pain
Limb Pain
Low Back Pain
Lupus
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Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis of Hand
Osteoarthritis of Hip
Osteoarthritis of Knee
Osteoarthritis of Shoulder
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)
Psoriatic Arthritis
Raynaud's Disease
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Shoulder
Scleroderma
Seronegative Rheumatoid Arthritis
Seropositive Rheumatoid Arthritis
Sjögren's Syndrome
Spondylitis
Temporal Arteritis
Trigger Finger
Vasculitis
Steroid Injection
Viscosupplementation With Hyaluronate
Achilles Tendinitis
Arthritis of the Neck
Arthropathy Associated With Reiters Disease
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Neck Pain
Chronic Pain
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus
De Quervain's Disease
Dermatomyositis
Difficulty With Walking
Dry Eyes
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Dupuytrens Contracture
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome
Enthesopathy of Hip (incl. Trochanteric Bursitis)
Enthesopathy of Knee (incl. Bursitis of Knee)
Felty's Syndrome
Fever
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Goodpasture's Disease
Gout
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Granulomatosis
Hammer Toe
Infective Arthritis
Juvenile Chronic Arthritis
Lateral and Medial Epicondylitis (Tennis and Golf Elbow)
Limb Swelling
Long COVID Disorder
Malaise and Fatigue
Muscle Cramping
Muscle Weakness
Osteoarthritis of Ankle
Osteoarthritis of Elbow
Osteoarthritis of Foot
Osteoarthritis of Hand or Wrist
Osteoarthritis of Hip and Thigh
Osteoarthritis of Spine
Osteogenesis Imperfecta
Palindromic Rheumatism
Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS)
Plantar Fasciitis
Polymyositis
Post-Viral Disorder
Psoriasis Vulgaris
Pyogenic Arthritis
Reiter's Syndrome (Reactive Arthritis)
Rheumatoid Arthritis of Hand
Sarcoidosis
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome
Still's Disease
Systemic Chondromalacia
Systemic Vasculitis
Wegener's Granulomatosis
Bone Density Scan
Dual-Energy X-Ray Absorptiometry (DEXA) Scan
Joint Drainage
Joint Fluid Test
Musculoskeletal Function Test
Myofascial Trigger Point Injection
Osteoporosis Screening
Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
Trigger Point Injection
Ultrasound

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Locations

  1. 1 Aara Phoenix
    9520 W Palm Ln Ste 220, Phoenix, AZ 85037
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    Tuesday
    07:00 - 18:00
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tesser
3.8
Based on 61 Reviews
5 Stars (41)
4 Stars (2)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (15)

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Mar 13, 2025
Dr Tesser really listened to my concerns and explained treatment options. He works with my other drs to insure best treatment is provided.
— Mar 13, 2025
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Specialties*
Rheumatology
Internal Medicine
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry
    1977
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Internal Medicine and Rheumatology
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Maricopa Medical Center
    1978
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Maricopa Medical Center
    1980
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Bowman Gray
    1982
Fellowship Hospital
Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Tesser communicate via email?
18 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Tesser offer telehealth services or virtual visits?
16 users said yes.
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Does Dr. Tesser offer an online patient portal?
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Does Dr. Tesser have free onsite parking?
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Does Dr. Tesser offer weekend visits?
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. John Tesser, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Tesser's profile.

Dr. Tesser frequently treats the following conditions: Osteopenia, Fibromyalgia and Osteoporosis. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. John Tesser, MD is affiliated with Abrazo Arrowhead, Ascension St Joseph Hospital, Ashtabula County Medical Center, Lake Chelan Community Hospital and SKY Lakes Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. John Tesser, MD holds board certification in Internal Medicine and Rheumatology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Abrazo Arrowhead

    18701 N 67th Ave, Glendale, AZ

  • Ascension St Joseph Hospital

    200 Hemlock, Tawas City, MI

  • Ashtabula County Medical Center

    2420 Lake Ave, Ashtabula, OH

  • Lake Chelan Community Hospital

    110 S Apple Blossom Dr, Chelan, WA

  • SKY Lakes Medical Center

    2865 Daggett Ave, Klamath Falls, OR