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Timothy James, MD
Timothy James, MD
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Cardiovascular Surgery
(253) 272-7777
(253) 272-77771802 South Yakima Avenue Suite 102, Tacoma, WA 98405
1802 South Yakima Avenue Suite 102, Tacoma, WA 98405Schedule an appointment
About
Languages
English
Gender
Male
Personal Information
Timothy James, MD, is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with special training and experience in repair and replacement of aortic valves, repair of aortic root aneurysms, and repair of aneurysms or dissections of the aorta, particularly in the aortic arch. He has a proven track record of outstanding clinical results and patient satisfaction.
Dr. James believes good outcomes in cardiac surgery depend on a high level of surgeon involvement in all aspects of care, along with clear communication among patient and family, surgeon and clinical teams. Communication begins with a detailed preoperative conversation with patient and family, reviewing the patient’s condition and options for treatment, and ends when the patient is well into their successful recovery at home and returns to the care of their primary physicians.
Dr. James is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
Dr. James has special training and experience in:
- Repair and replacement of aortic valves
- Repair of aortic root aneurysms
- Repair of aneurysms or dissections of the aorta, particularly in the aortic arch
Timothy James, MD, is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with special training and experience in repair and replacement of aortic valves, repair of aortic root aneurysms, and repair of aneurysms or dissections of the aorta, particularly in the aortic arch. He has a proven track record of outstanding clinical results and patient satisfaction.
Dr. James believes good outcomes in cardiac surgery depend on a high level of surgeon involvement in all aspects of care, along with clear communication among patient and family, surgeon and clinical teams. Communication begins with a detailed preoperative conversation with patient and family, reviewing the patient’s condition and options for treatment, and ends when the patient is well into their successful recovery at home and returns to the care of their primary physicians.
Dr. James is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and member of the Society of Thoracic Surgeons.
Dr. James has special training and experience in:
- Repair and replacement of aortic valves
- Repair of aortic root aneurysms
- Repair of aneurysms or dissections of the aorta, particularly in the aortic arch
Medical Group
Timothy James, MD is part of Franciscan Medical Group.
Timothy James, MD is part of Puget Sound High Value Network.
Timothy James, MD is part of Rainier Health Network.
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
Education
- Fellowship: Cardiothoracic Surgery, Dartmouth Medical School and Affiliated Institutions, Lebanon, NH
- Residency: Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery, Rush Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center, Chicago, IL; General Surgery, Dartmouth Medical School & Affiliated Institutions, Lebanon, NH
- Medical School: Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, CT
Locations
Show MapFranciscan Cardiothoracic Surgery Associates at St. Joseph
1802 South Yakima Avenue Suite 102, Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 272-7777
Fax:
(253) 426-4142
Specialties
Cardiothoracic Surgery
Cardiovascular Surgery
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Comments (9)
Great doctor! You're lucky to have him in your hospital
Jan 23, 2025
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Excellent references would be given.
Dec 29, 2024
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The most informative visit I've ever had
Dec 7, 2024
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Very caring provider
Oct 6, 2024
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I like the 2 dr.s that I have seen so far
Aug 6, 2024
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