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Summary
Dr. Benjamin James is a surgeon who specializes in endocrinology, diabetes, and metabolism. He earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Pennsylvania Health System. With 18 years of experience in his field, Dr. James has developed expertise in treating complex endocrine conditions that require surgical intervention.
Dr. James practices at several locations throughout the Boston area, including Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and the BID-Needham Endocrine Surgery Clinic in Needham. His clinical focus centers on treating parathyroid disease and hyperparathyroidism, as well as managing thyroid nodules. He performs specialized procedures including parathyroidectomy, thyroid surgery, and total thyroidectomy to help patients with these endocrine conditions.
Dr. James practices at several locations throughout the Boston area, including Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and the BID-Needham Endocrine Surgery Clinic in Needham. His clinical focus centers on treating parathyroid disease and hyperparathyroidism, as well as managing thyroid nodules. He performs specialized procedures including parathyroidectomy, thyroid surgery, and total thyroidectomy to help patients with these endocrine conditions.
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Quick Facts
- 18 years of experience
- University Of Pennsylvania Health System
- 2 specialties
- 1 area of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Benjamin Christopher James has 5 locationsCardiovascular Institute At Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
330 Brookline Ave # Shapiro7Boston, MA 02215 Tel: (617) 667-8800
Beth Israel Deaconess Urgent Care Chestnut Hill
200 Boylston StChestnut Hill, MA 02467 Tel: (617) 278-8500
Mon9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 7:00 pm
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| Surgery | Surgery | Nurse Practitioner | Nurse Practitioner |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 18 Years of Experience | 30 Years of Experience | ||
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | |||
| Boston , MA | Easton , MA | Boston , MA | Newton Lower Falls , MA |
| Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine | Med School: Uniformed Services Univ Of The Health Sciences F E Hebert Schl Of Medicine | ||
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Medical Specialties
Dr. Benjamin Christopher James has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Benjamin Christopher James has the following area of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
18 Years Experience
Dr. Benjamin Christopher James holds an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Massachusetts that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at University Of Pennsylvania Health System.
Medical School
Graduated from Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 2008.
NPI Number
Dr. James' NPI number is 1982861456.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Benjamin James's office located?
- Dr. Benjamin James's office is located at 330 Brookline Ave # Shapiro7, Boston, MA, 02215.
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- Is Dr. Benjamin James accepting new patients?
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- Does Dr. Benjamin James accept my insurance?
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Benjamin James affiliated with?
- Dr. Benjamin James is affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center West Campus, The University Of Chicago Medicine, BETH ISRAEL DEACONESS MEDICAL CENTER, and Cardiovascular Institute At Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.
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