John J Mckenna, MD

Family Medicine

1821 S Stoughton Rd

Madison, WI 53716 Directions

608-260-6000

www.getcare.ssmhealth.com

4.9 out of 5

303 verified ratings

2 Locations


SSM Health Dean Medical Group

1821 S. Stoughton Road

Madison, WI 53716

(608) 260-6000 Directions


303 Ratings, 127 Comments


The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy.
Dec 30, 2025
great listener, knowledgeable, kind, experienced with treating frail elderly

Dec 27, 2025
Thank you SSM for having this doctor on your staff .

Dec 22, 2025
Dr. John McKenna is an excellent doctor who listens to me and is genuinely concerned about my physical and mental health. He provides educational resources to promote healthy choices.

Dec 19, 2025
Thank you!

Dec 18, 2025
He is popular so when one tries to request him as their main provider on MyChart, it won’t let you and says he is not currently taking new patients.

Dec 16, 2025
He listens very well. He is knowledgeable and respectful. I could not ask for a better PCP.

Dec 13, 2025
He's a very caring and knowledgeable provider.

Dec 13, 2025
10 out of 10 Best of the Best

Dec 12, 2025
He was kind, upbeat, answered all my questions, gave good advice, checked with me on previous issues I had had.

Dec 12, 2025
Again, he's simply the best.

Dec 11, 2025
Dr. McKenna is a professional yet caring physician. Easy to talk to.

Dec 10, 2025
Doctor Mckenna was very professional and was able to answer all of my questions and concerns. He was also very helpful in providing me with solutions to my health.

Dec 6, 2025
The Best

Dec 4, 2025
I feel so comfortable during my appointment knowing my concerns and health will be addressed to the highest quality.

Nov 24, 2025
Dr. McKenna is an excellent doctor. I appreciate his care and the confidence he gives me that my health issues will be taken care of well.

Nov 22, 2025
See previous comment. Dr McKenna does a great job.

Nov 20, 2025
John is very easy to talk to and he listens. John did not seem like he was in a rush to get me in and out as this was a routine check up.

Nov 18, 2025
Doctor Mckenna is a very thoughtful and caring doctor. He listened to my concerns and gave me options on what I could do. There was no pleasure on doing something I didn't want to do.

Nov 16, 2025
He is a kind, caring, knowledgeable human being & doctor.

Nov 15, 2025
Always friendly

Nov 13, 2025
I can't praise Dr. McKenna enough. I am so grateful for him and his team and their care. Thank you!!!!

Nov 11, 2025
He is a very good Dr, he just like a family to us, I really appreciate him!

Nov 8, 2025
Very encouraging, positive, looked up discussed matters online to show me, enabled me to believe that I can make changes with a condition I've been struggling with for years & I have!!

Nov 6, 2025
Personable, knowledgeable and down to earth

Nov 6, 2025
I just can't say enough about Dr. McKenna. He has taken amazing care of our entire family, especially our disabled son.

Nov 5, 2025
Very open to discussing issues, and seeks my opinion of options.

Nov 5, 2025
I'm very grateful to Dr. McKenna for his attentiveness, thoroughness, and care.

Nov 2, 2025
Very pleased with Dr.McKenna.He is a straight shooter which I like.Very happy with him.Thanks for all you do.

Nov 1, 2025
Dr McKenna is on top of his game with regard to listening to his patients, providing sound advice, and being up to date with clinical information for continuing great health care.

Oct 31, 2025
Great doctor

Oct 31, 2025
Good Doctor

Oct 29, 2025
Dr. McKenna is great. I am glad he is our family doctor.

Oct 25, 2025
Keep being an Awesome PCP

Oct 24, 2025
exceptional to address my concerns. very easy and down home to speak with.

Oct 23, 2025
A true professional. I appreciate his listening skills and willingness to involve me in decisions about my care.

Oct 19, 2025
Excellent Doctor, very kind and always helpful with knowledge to explain or further assist on conversations.

Oct 18, 2025
Listens & is easy to talk to . Discusses options

Oct 18, 2025
Keep him! :)

Oct 16, 2025
I already said it....."super star".

Oct 14, 2025
Will keep seeing him.

Oct 14, 2025
Great Doctor

Oct 13, 2025
Very good doctor.

Oct 11, 2025
Dr. McKenna has my complete confidence.

Oct 9, 2025
Excellent person and understanding

Oct 4, 2025
Dr. McKenna is an absolutely wonderful physician. He is smart, caring, efficient and extremely effective. I was able to attend an out of town event only due his wonderfully spot on diagnosis and treatment. Thank you Dr. McKenna! :)

Oct 2, 2025
His amazing I really enjoy his feed back , engergy, the way he takes his time going over all medical history, the notes, explaining everything that is happening, would highly recommend to anyone. Beyond Happy with the care.

Oct 2, 2025
He’s a great doctor who cares about what you’re feeling and how to make you feel better. He shows concern 😕. I just don’t see him enough. Obviously he’s pretty busy! That’s a good sign 👍👍

Sep 30, 2025
Dr McKenna is by far the best physician I have had throughout my life!!

Sep 22, 2025
He makes me feel comfortable about discussing my issues with him.

Sep 16, 2025
Feel very comfortable with him and always feel that he truly has concern for me.