--- title: "Dr. John C. Whitney | Pediatrician in Morgan Hill, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. John C. Whitney, M.D. practices Pediatrics in Morgan Hill, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-john-c-whitney-1046236811" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. John C. Whitney, M.D. ![John C. Whitney, M.D.](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/uc1uJYBnA30TU3v5Fg9b_4J0E8bHppGKN01i2u-BMYw/1.0000/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) 4.8/5 [(33 ratings)](https://www.sutterhealth.org/star-ratings) # John C. Whitney, M.D. ## Pediatrics - Accepting new patients [16130 Juan Hernandez DriveSuite 104Morgan Hill, CA 95037](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=16130+Juan+Hernandez+Drive+Morgan+Hill%2C+CA+95037+US) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-john-c-whitney-1046236811#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-john-c-whitney-1046236811#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-john-c-whitney-1046236811#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-john-c-whitney-1046236811#provider-services) ## About Dr. Whitney Languages English and Spanish Gender Male Ages treated Children under 18 Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging Offers [video visits](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-care/video-visits) for existing patients ### Approach to care As a pediatrician, Dr. John Whitney is committed to providing the highest quality care while treating every patient and family with respect, empathy, and compassion. He understands that caring for a sick child can be one of the most challenging experiences for a parent, and he strives to ease that burden by offering thoughtful, supportive care. He is dedicated to partnering with families to help children achieve their best possible health and well-being. He is proud to be part of an organization that shares his commitment to improving the health and lives of children. I support the American Academy of Pediatrics' (AAP) and the California Dept of Public Health's (CDPH) guidelines and schedules on vaccinations to protect your child's and the community's health. ### Professional highlights American Academy of Pediatrics. ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Whitney is married and has three children. He is active in youth sports and coaches basketball. ## Education and training **Medical school:** Georgetown University **Internship:** Stanford University **Residency:** Stanford University Lucile Packard Children's Hospital ## Board certifications - Pediatrics ## Affiliations ### Medical groups - Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (19 plans)** ### Aetna - Aetna Choice POS II - Aetna Select EPO - Aetna Select Open Access - Aetna Signature Administrators (ASA) - Aetna Student Health Program - Health Fund HMO (aka HMO/HRA) - Health Fund POS - HMO - HMO Deductible Plans - Managed Choice POS - National Advantage Plan (NAP) - Open Access Elect Choice EPO - Open Access Managed Choice POS - Open Choice PPO - Quality Point of Service (QPOS) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) - Copay Plan - Open Access Aetna Select - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) ACA High Deductible Health Plan POS II (ACA HDHP-POS II) - Stanford University Faculty & Staff (SUFS) High Deductible Health Plan POS II (HDHP POS II) - Traditional Choice **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (21 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Advantage PPO (Tier 1) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual and Family EPO Bronze/Silver/Gold/Platinum-Covered California (Pathway - EPO) - Anthem Blue Cross Individual HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Anthem Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum PPO (Prudent Buyer Plan) - Anthem High Performance Narrow Network - Anthem Medicare Preferred PPO Medicare Advantage Plans for Group Retirees - Behavioral Health Program - BlueCard - CareAdvocate PPO - Direct Access - Federal Employee Program (FEP) - PPO - GeoBlue - Indemnity - Managed Care Services - My Choice PPO - SmartSense **Blue Shield of California (24 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Active Choice PPO - Administrative Services Only (ASO) - Self-Funded PPO - Blue Shield $0 Cost Share PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level - Blue Shield Bronze PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield CalPERS EPO - Blue Shield CalPERS Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Gold PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Life and Health Insurance Company - Blue Shield Medicare (PPO) Employer Group Medicare Advantage - Blue Shield Minimum Coverage PPO (IFP) - Blue Shield of California PPO/EPO (aka Full Network PPO/EPO) - Blue Shield Platinum PPO (IFP & Small Group) - Blue Shield Silver PPO (IFP & Small Group) - BlueCard Plan - Federal Employee Program - PPO**Note:** - FEP accesses Anthem Blue Cross for Hospital Providers - Indemnity - PERS Platinum PPO - Shared Advantage - PPO/EPO and Shared Advantage Plus - PPO/EPO (Full Network PPO) - UC Care PPO - University of California HealthSavings+ - Vital Shield 900 Plans Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations [Morgan Hill Care Center](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-location/facility/morgan-hill-care-center-1078055876) 16130 Juan Hernandez Drive Suite 104 Morgan Hill, CA 95037 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=16130+Juan+Hernandez+Drive+Morgan+Hill%2C+CA+95037+US) [408-720-6670](tel:+14087206670) 408-720-6672 Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Pediatric weight management program](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/pediatric-weight-management-program) ## Similar providers nearby - ![Marisela Madrigal](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/ZGpew7zkHc7bqU8NNrwjG2DxMG5-l8RP-BSeo9FDiX8/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) ### [Marisela Madrigal, M.D.](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-marisela-madrigal-2015612352) (37) 16130 Juan Hernandez Drive Suite 104 Morgan Hill, CA 95037 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=16130+Juan+Hernandez+Drive+Morgan+Hill%2C+CA+95037+US) \+ 1 location [408-720-6670](tel:+14087206670) #### Pediatrics - Accepting new patients ### Disclaimer _This provider directory is provided as a convenience to you. 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