John Kirkwood, DO

Dr. John Kirkwood is a board-certified family medicine physician with decades of experience providing comprehensive, patient-focused care. He is dedicated to promoting preventive health, wellness, and evidence-based medicine while fostering long-term relationships with his patients. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Kirkwood serves as Baylor Clinical Faculty, where he helps educate and mentor medical students. His professional interests include family medicine, occupational health, and medical education. Outside of work, Dr. Kirkwood enjoys music, sports, and spending time with his family.

 

Clinical Interests

Cardiovascular

• Cholesterol management
• Hypertension
• Weight management

Dermatology

• Abscess drainage
• Acne management
• Common skin rashes
• Cryotherapy
• Cyst removal
• Laceration repairs
• Lipoma removal
• Toenail removal

Endocrine

• Comprehensive diabetic care
• Insulin management
• Thyroid conditions

Gynecological Care

• IUD insertion and removal
• Nexplanon
• Menstrual irregularities
• Pap smears
• PCOS management
• STD’s
• Well woman exams

Head and Neck

• Ear and eye infections
• Seasonal allergy treatment
• Throat infections

Musculoskeletal

• Arthritis
• Fracture care
• Joint injections
• Overuse injuries

Psychiatric Care

• Anxiety management
• Depression management

Pediatric Care

• Ear and eye infections
• Gastrointestinal infections
• Immunizations
• Respiratory infections
• Well child exams

Pulmonary

• Asthma
• COPD
• Respiratory infections

Urology

• Hernia diagnosis
• Kidney infections
• Prostate surveillance
• Urinary tract infection
• Well man exams
• add weight loss