Dr. John A. Flores

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Get to know Internist Dr. John A. Flores, who serves patients in Connecticut. 

Dr. Flores is a board-certified internist whose areas of expertise include diabetes and transfusion free medicine. He is currently a part of the team of professionals at Northeast Medical Group Internal Medicine – Trumbull & serves as an attending physician at Bridgeport Hospital.

“Our internal medicine practice is dedicated to ethical, individual treatment focused on helping patients build and maintain a healthy lifestyle. This includes a partnership where you, the patient, are in control of your health goals with guidance from the doctor to maximize your particular health potential” as stated on their website. 

A 1991 graduate of New York Medical College, Dr. Flores went on to perform his internship and residency in internal medicine at Montefiore Medical Center (Moses and Weiler Campuses).

Recognized as a Fellow of the American College of Physicians (FACP), he is board-certified in internal medicne by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Dedicated and mindful, Dr. Flores is devoted to ensuring the longevity of his patients’ health and developing long-lasting relationships with them. He takes his time to understand symptoms and give correct diagnoses to ensure the continued health of all his patients.

​Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

On a more personal note, Dr. Flores is fluent in both English and Spanish, which makes him widely accessible to patients from a variety of cultural backgrounds.

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