What Patients Say
Patients describe Dr Yokitis as caring and respectful, and several say he takes time to listen to their concerns and works toward solutions. Some note he is personable and shows interest beyond the immediate reason for the visit. Several patients also mention his willingness to coordinate with other providers when needed.
Takes time to listen
33% of reviews
Several patients say he takes time to hear their concerns and works to address them.
Caring and personable
50% of reviews
Several patients describe him as caring and personable, with genuine interest in them as patients.
Source: ufhealthjax.org · Most recent review July 2026
About
Dr. John William Yokitis, DO, is a family medicine doctor in Jacksonville, Florida, board certified in Family Medicine. He trained at Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at DeWitt Army Community Hospital, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Yokitis practices at multiple UF Health locations and treats a range of conditions including hypertension, high cholesterol, type 2 diabetes, arthritis and asthma.
His procedures include routine adult exams, screening blood tests, cancer screenings, blood thinner medication management and joint injections. He emphasizes a whole-person approach to care and has a special interest in preventive health care and minor surgical procedures such as skin excisions and biopsies. Dr. Yokitis speaks English and offers virtual visits.
Conditions Treated
- Hyperlipidemia (High Cholesterol/Triglycerides)
- Long Term Blood Thinner Therapy
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Type 2 Diabetes
Specialized Treatments
- Adult Screening Blood Tests (e.g. Metabolic Panel, Lipid Panel, Thyroid Tests)
- Blood Thinner Medication Management: Medication Level Monitoring & Dosage Adjustment, Blood Tests (e.g. PT/INR, PTT, CBC)
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Routine Adult Exam
- Adult Vaccines (e.g. Tdap, Shingles, Pneumococcus, Flu)
- Breast Cancer Screening (e.g. Breast Exam, Mammogram)
- Prostate Cancer Screening (e.g. PSA Level)
Insurances Accepted
Most common in Florida
Others
Insurance coverage can vary by location and plan. Confirm directly with the provider's office when you schedule.