John L. Turner, M.D. is a neurosurgeon who lives and practices (now part-time) in Hilo, Hawaii. He is the author of Medicine, Miracles, and Manifestations: A Doctor's Journey Through the Worlds of Divine Intervention, Near-Death Experiences, and Universal Energy.
       While pursuing a Ph.D. in physics at Ohio State University, Turner read the book, The Sleeping Prophet, the life story of Edgar Cayce. His interests then changed to spirituality and healing, prompting him to pursue a career in medicine. He earned his M.D. at the Ohio State College of Medicine and completed his internship in general surgery and first year of neurosurgical residence at Ohio State. He completed his remaining three years of neurosurgical training at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation.
       Dr. Turner started his medical practice in Hawaii in 1980. He began adding energy medicine to his practice around 1995 after spending 10 days in Japan studying Jorei, a channeling of a spiritual energy as taught by the late Mokichi Okada. Although the blending of Western and Eastern medicine may have raised some eyebrows among his more orthodox colleagues, Turner believes that in time they will "see the light." He says that many physicians have contacted him to find out how they can incorporate non-traditional forms of healing into their practices.
        In recent years, Turner has taken an active interest in promoting an awareness of the evidence for the survival of consciousness at death. He is a consultant for the film documentary Spirit! and for the TV series, Proof: Beyond a Reasonable Doubt. In addition, he has been interviewed extensively concerning spiritual matters.