Summary

Dr. James Vela is a gastroenterologist and internal medicine physician with 44 years of medical experience. He earned his medical degree from Universidad Central Del Ecuador Facultad De Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center. Dr. Vela is fluent in both Spanish and English, enabling him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Vela practices at Montefiore Nyack Hospital and sees patients in New City, New York. His expertise includes treating conditions such as eustachian tube problems, middle ear fluid buildup, and sinus infections. He performs diagnostic procedures including hearing evaluations and audiograms, as well as endoscopic sinus surgery for patients requiring surgical intervention. Patients have given him an average rating of 2.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • 2
  • 44 years of experience
  • 2 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. James Vela

500 New Hempstead Rd Ste ANew City, NY 10956
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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Dr. James Vela, MDDr. Kristen Kyong Lee, MDTheresa Obonyano, APRNDr. Connie Park, MD
GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
44 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
New City , NYNEW YORK , NYSACRAMENTO , CANew York , NY
Med School: Central Univ Of Ecuador Med School: Cornell University Med School: The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Med School: State University of New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Vela

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Vela has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Vela has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemochromatosis
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Internal Medicine
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, New York, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center

Medical School

Central Univ Of Ecuador
Universidad Central Del Ecuador Facultad De Ciencias MedicasGraduated in 1982

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Vela?
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Does Dr. James Vela accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Vela has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. James Vela's office located?
Dr. James Vela's office is located at 500 New Hempstead Rd Ste A, New City, NY, 10956.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Vela affiliated with?
Dr. James Vela is affiliated with Montefiore Nyack Hospital.
Does Dr. James Vela accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Vela accepts on their Vitals profile.

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