About
Dr. John Turner is a board-certified family physician born and raised in Tallahassee, Florida. He attended Florida State University for both his undergraduate and medical education, graduating from the FSU College of Medicine. He then completed his Family Medicine residency at the TMH Family Medicine Residency, training across the Big Bend region in Tallahassee, Madison, Crawfordville, Quincy, and Marianna. He spent over six years in private practice in Tallahassee before founding Big Bend Family Medicine in January 2025.
Dr. Turner's clinical interests span every stage of life, from newborn care through geriatrics. He sees medicine as a calling and measures success by the relationships he builds with patients over time. Beyond his clinical work, he holds a deep passion for international medicine. He has completed medical mission trips to eastern Africa in 2017, Nicaragua in 2018, and Ukraine in 2022. He takes a balanced, individualized approach to vaccination, supporting immunizations broadly while tailoring guidance to each patient. Outside of medicine, he paints, writes, and follows Florida State athletics with great enthusiasm. He and his wife Rachel are raising four children and remain very active in their church community.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Florida State University
Medical School
FSU College of Medicine
Residency
Family Medicine, TMH Family Medicine Residency
Additional Training
Lincoln High School (pre-college); trained in Tallahassee, Madison, Crawfordville, Quincy, and Marianna during residency
Certifications
Who is Dr. Turner right for?
Dr. Turner is a strong fit for individuals and families who want a consistent, relationship-driven physician across all life stages. He sees patients from newborn through geriatric, making him an ideal choice for households with multiple generations. Patients who value direct access to their doctor, including texting and same-day visits, will find his approach a natural match. Those seeking a physician who also makes hospital visits will appreciate his privileges at Tallahassee Memorial Hospital. Families in Gadsden, Leon, Wakulla, or Jefferson counties can also add house call service for even greater convenience.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Turner cares for patients across every stage of life, from newborns through geriatric patients. He enjoys following patients through each chapter of life and takes genuine interest in the health milestones and challenges each age group brings.
Yes. Dr. Turner holds board certification in Family Medicine. He completed his training at the FSU College of Medicine and the TMH Family Medicine Residency, practicing across several Big Bend communities during that time.
Yes. All members can text Dr. Turner seven days a week with medical questions or concerns. He aims to respond within an hour or two. m. receive a reply the following morning.
Dr. Turner earned his undergraduate degree and medical degree from Florida State University and the FSU College of Medicine. He completed his Family Medicine residency at TMH, with training rotations in Tallahassee, Madison, Crawfordville, Quincy, and Marianna.
Yes. Dr. Turner visits members admitted to Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, HCA Capital Hospital, and Select Hospital. He holds privileges at TMH, which allows him to take a more direct role in patient care there when needed.
Dr. Turner generally supports vaccination as part of preventive care. He tailors his recommendations by vaccine and by individual patient, and he respects the autonomy of patients and parents in making those decisions.
Yes. Dr. Turner has completed medical mission trips to eastern Africa in 2017, Nicaragua in 2018, and Ukraine in 2022. International medicine remains a personal passion alongside his work in Tallahassee.
Yes. Members can add a house call option for $30 per month per family. Dr. Turner makes same-day or next-day house calls in Gadsden, Leon, Wakulla, and Jefferson counties. He also serves Jackson, Calhoun, Franklin, Madison, and Taylor counties with preplanned scheduling. House calls for infants under one year old are complimentary.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026