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Summary
Dr. James Paauw is a physician specializing in internal medicine, surgery, and nutrition with nearly five decades of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Spectrum Health. With 46 years in practice, Dr. Paauw has developed extensive expertise across multiple medical disciplines.
Dr. Paauw practices at Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he focuses on complex nutritional disorders and metabolic conditions. He treats patients with short bowel syndrome and manages cases involving dehydration and alcohol poisoning. His clinical work includes specialized testing such as magnesium levels and phosphate monitoring in both blood and urine. Patients consistently rate him highly, with an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
Dr. Paauw practices at Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids, Michigan, where he focuses on complex nutritional disorders and metabolic conditions. He treats patients with short bowel syndrome and manages cases involving dehydration and alcohol poisoning. His clinical work includes specialized testing such as magnesium levels and phosphate monitoring in both blood and urine. Patients consistently rate him highly, with an average rating of 5.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 46 years of experience
- 24 insurance plans accepted
- Spectrum Health
- 3 specialties
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| Internal Medicine | Internal Medicine | Critical Care Medicine | Pediatrics |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 46 Years of Experience | 25 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Grand Rapids , MI | Lyons , CO | Grand Rapids , MI | Grand Rapids , MI |
| Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine | Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine | Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine | Med School: Central Michigan University College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Douglas Paauw
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Douglas Paauw has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Douglas Paauw has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
46 Years Experience
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Spectrum Health
Medical School
Northwestern University Feinberg School Of MedicineGraduated in 1980
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. James Paauw accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Paauw accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. James Paauw's office located?
- Dr. James Paauw's office is located at 100 Michigan St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.
- Does Dr. James Paauw accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Paauw has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Paauw?
- You can find contact information for Dr. James Paauw here on Vitals.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Paauw affiliated with?
- Dr. James Paauw is affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health.
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