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Dr. James Murphy is a surgeon who specializes in pediatric surgery, bringing over four decades of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey before completing his surgical training at the University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center, where he finished both his general surgery internship in 1985 and surgery residency in 1989. Dr. Murphy furthered his expertise with a pediatric surgery fellowship at British Columbia Children's Hospital in 1991. He communicates with patients and families in English.
Dr. Murphy practices at the University of Vermont Medical Center and sees patients at Golisano Children's Hospital in Burlington, Vermont. He treats children with head and neck surgical needs as well as newborns requiring surgical care for various conditions. Dr. Murphy also addresses pediatric breast concerns in young patients. His surgical expertise includes performing complex procedures to reconstruct the anal …and rectal areas, and he specializes in creating pelvic pouches for children with ulcerative colitis.
Read More Read less Dr. Murphy practices at the University of Vermont Medical Center and sees patients at Golisano Children's Hospital in Burlington, Vermont. He treats children with head and neck surgical needs as well as newborns requiring surgical care for various conditions. Dr. Murphy also addresses pediatric breast concerns in young patients. His surgical expertise includes performing complex procedures to reconstruct the anal …and rectal areas, and he specializes in creating pelvic pouches for children with ulcerative colitis.
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Quick Facts
- 42 years of experience
- 7 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- British Columbia Childrens Hospital - Pediatric Surgery
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Pediatric Surgery, Golisano Children’s Hospital at University of Vermont Health
111 Colchester Avenue Main Campus, Specialty CenterBurlington, VT 05401 Tel: (802) 847-4273
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Burlington , VT | South Burlington , VT | Fairfield , VT | Burlington , VT |
| Med School: University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - Medical Doctor | Med School: University of Vermont | Med School: University of Vermont | Med School: University Of Virginia School Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James J. Murphy has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James J. Murphy has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Vermont, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
British Columbia Childrens Hospital - Pediatric Surgery1991
Residency
University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Cente - Surgery1989
Internship
University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Cente - General Surgery1985
Medical School
University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey - Medical DoctorGraduated in 1984
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