John DeBanto, MD
Medical Reviewer

Biography

Dr. John DeBanto has been a medical doctor and gastroenterologist for over 20 years. He is board-certified in both internal medicine and gastroenterology. He is also a fellow with the American College of Gastroenterology, serving on the patient care committee. His professional interests include cancer screening, obesity management, and therapeutic endoscopy. He’s certified to place the Orbera gastric balloon for his patients desiring weight loss.

He particularly enjoys educating his patients on nutrition, cancer screening, and weight issues. He is acutely aware of how obesity can lead to significant morbidity and in particular sleep apnea, fatty liver disease, cancer, and cardiac issues. In addition to his medical practice, he is involved in charitable organizations like the Lymphoma and Leukemia Society and the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation.

Outside of the office, Dr. DeBanto enjoys spending time with his daughter, cycling, traveling, and following his University of Dayton Flyer’s basketball team.

Education

• Medical Degree: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine
• Residency: Medical University of South Carolina
• Fellowship: University of Kentucky College of Medicine
• Board Certifications:
  • Internal Medicine — American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Gastroenterology — American Board of Internal Medicine