Summary

James McCallum, MD, specializes in general endocrinology with clinical interests in diabetes mellitus and disorders of the thyroid. Dr. McCallum believes in forming strong, patient-centered partnerships. He seeks to provide his patients with the best, evidence based treatment options and to treat each patient as an individual with unique concerns and goals. When he is not caring for patients, Dr. McCallum enjoys golf, jogging, music and reading. He is also the current division head of the department of diabetes and endocrinology for Scripps Clinic.

Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 36 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Scripps Clinic
  • 14 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 14 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion

9898 Genesee AveLa Jolla, CA 92037
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 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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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismEndocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.4 
36 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
La Jolla , CAEncinitas , CASan Diego , CASan Diego , CA
Med School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James Mccallum

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross - HMO-POS
  • Anthem Blue Cross - POS
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Montana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareSource
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Group
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Western Health Advantage

Medical Specialties

James Mccallum has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

James Mccallum has the following 14 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Endocrinology
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Thyroid Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

James Mccallum holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Scripps Clinic in 1998.

Residency

Completed their residency at St Thomas Hospital, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Program, Summa Health Systems Hospitals, and Summa Health System in 1994.

Medical School

Graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India in 1990 and National University Ireland in 1990.

NPI Number

James Mccallum's NPI number is 1609838994.

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James Mccallum's office is located at 9898 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA, 92037.

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