Dr. John Lacson, DO, is a dedicated Family Medicine physician with extensive experience in primary care and preventive health education. He earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his Family Medicine residency at Penn Highlands Family Medicine Residency Program in Dubois, PA. Dr. Lacson is board certified in Family Medicine and holds certifications in ACLS, BLS, and PALS. His professional journey includes serving as a Family Medicine Faculty Physician at Dignity Health St. Joseph Family Medicine Center in Phoenix, AZ, where he provides comprehensive care to patients of all ages, including seniors. Dr. Lacson has been involved in research projects aimed at reducing heart failure and COPD readmission rates, demonstrating his commitment to improving patient outcomes through education and quality care. He has also contributed to community service initiatives, such as improving Hepatitis C screening and treatment in primary care. Outside of his professional life, Dr. Lacson enjoys pickleball, all things food-related, especially cooking, and learning how to garden.