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Dr. John Koostra, MD

Dr. John Koostra, MD

Pulmonary Disease*
30+ years of experience

Dr. John Koostra, MD is a pulmonologist in Monterey, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Koostra has extensive experience in Interstitial Lung Disease and Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from University of Ca in 1991. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula and Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 24 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (24 reviews)

Practice

60 Garden Ct Ste 220 Monterey, CA 93940

Make an Appointment

(831) 646-8570

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Koostra is affiliated with Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula Monterey, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for pulmonology.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Koostra specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine & Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Koostra's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Koostra

4.2

24 ratings, 10 with a written review
5 Star
75%
75%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
0%
0%
2 Star
4%
4%
1 Star
17%
17%

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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
May 09, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jul 19, 2023
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marnie Chambers – Nov 19, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Montereysuzy – Jun 09, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Arlen – Mar 29, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Linda A Brown – Oct 15, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Eric Coburn – Nov 21, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Tracy Gordon in Carmel, CA – Dec 11, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 people found this helpful
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MJ in Carmel Valley, CA – Nov 05, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
9 people found this helpful
Helpful
Linda Sanders in Marina, CA – Apr 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. John Koostra, MD is a pulmonologist in Monterey, CA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Koostra has extensive experience in Interstitial Lung Disease and Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from University of Ca...read more

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine

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  • University Of Ca

    Medical School, 1991
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Critical Care Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
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Locations

Practice

Office60 Garden Ct Ste 220 Monterey, CA 93940
1

Practice

Natividad Medical Center Rehabilitation1441 Constitution Blvd Salinas, CA 93906
2
Natividad Medical Center Rehabilitation1441 Constitution Blvd Salinas, CA 93906
3
Kenneth Ishizue MD A Professional Medical Corporation1441 Constitution Blvd Ste 200 Salinas, CA 93906
4

Practice

Cardio-Pulmonary Associates Medical Group Inc. A Professional Corp.30 Garden Ct Monterey, CA 93940
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Community Hospital of the Monterey Peninsula

    23625 Holman Hwy
    Monterey, CA 93940
    Recipient of 23
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    81%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    15% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital

    450 E Romie Ln
    Salinas, CA 93901
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Natividad Medical Center

    1441 Constitution Blvd
    Salinas, CA 93906

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    70%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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