About
Dr. J. Keller Wortham, MD, earned his medical degree from Georgetown University and completed his internship in Internal Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh. He has practiced Family Medicine in the Los Angeles area for over 15 years, relocating to the city in 2004. His clinical focus includes regenerative medicine, joint injections, and Platelet Rich Plasma therapy.
Dr. Wortham believes that patient education is fundamental to good health outcomes. He devotes meaningful time helping patients understand their own physiology and treatment choices. His medical work has taken him well beyond the clinic: he has conducted medical missions in Africa, the Himalayas, and the Amazon jungle. He hosted and co-wrote the educational health series 'What Happens Next' on VERIA TV and co-hosted the Lifetime series 'Lovehandles,' drawing on his expertise in obesity and metabolic health. He is fluent in Spanish, French, and Portuguese, and spends his time outside the office surfing, hiking, and playing the piano.
Education & Training
Medical School
Georgetown University
Residency
Internship in Internal Medicine, University of Pittsburgh
Languages
Spanish, French, Portuguese
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Wortham right for?
Dr. Wortham is a strong fit for adults seeking a primary care physician with broad clinical range. Patients dealing with joint pain, metabolic health concerns, or obesity benefit from his regenerative medicine and lifestyle-focused expertise. His multilingual fluency in Spanish, French, and Portuguese makes him an excellent match for patients who prefer care in those languages. Patients who value doctor-led education about their own health tend to thrive under his approach.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Wortham treats a wide range of conditions including joint pain, obesity, metabolic disorders, and chronic diseases such as diabetes and high blood pressure. He also offers regenerative medicine and Platelet Rich Plasma therapy for patients seeking alternatives to surgical intervention.
Dr. Wortham focuses on Family Medicine, preventive care, and regenerative medicine. He specializes in joint injections and Platelet Rich Plasma therapy. He also brings particular depth in metabolic health and obesity management.
Dr. Wortham earned his medical degree from Georgetown University. He completed his internship in Internal Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh. He has practiced Family Medicine in the Los Angeles area for over 15 years.
Yes. Dr. Wortham speaks Spanish, French, and Portuguese fluently. This allows him to communicate directly with patients across several language communities in the Los Angeles area.
Dr. Wortham believes patient education is fundamental to good health outcomes. He spends meaningful time helping patients understand their own physiology and the reasoning behind their treatment options. His goal is to make patients active participants in their own health.
Yes. Dr. Wortham has conducted medical missions in Africa, the Himalayas, and the Amazon jungle. He also hosted and co-wrote the health education series 'What Happens Next' on VERIA TV and co-hosted the Lifetime series 'Lovehandles,' focused on obesity and metabolic health.
Dr. Wortham has practiced Family Medicine in the Los Angeles area for over 15 years. He relocated to the city in 2004.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026