Summary

Dr. James Pilkington is a surgeon with 31 years of experience providing comprehensive surgical care to patients throughout central Michigan. He earned his medical degree from Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and has dedicated over three decades to helping patients with a wide range of surgical needs. Dr. Pilkington is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Pilkington practices at MyMichigan Medical Center Alma and sees patients across multiple locations including Alma, Mount Pleasant, Midland, Clare, and Houghton Lake, Michigan. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, rectal bleeding, and abdominal pain. His surgical expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, and laparoscopic procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.2
  • 31 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine
  • 11 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 10 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Provided follow-up after the visit

Office Locations

Dr. James Donald Pilkington has 10 locations

Great Lakes Surgical Associates

315 E Warwick Dr Ste 3Alma, MI 48801
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

Great Lakes Surgical Associates

4851 E Pickard St Ste 2200Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
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

Mclaren Central Michigan

1221 South DrMount Pleasant, MI 48858

Midmichigan Medical Center Mount Pleasant

4851 E Pickard St Ste 1100Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
Mon6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mymichigan Medical Center Midland

4000 Wellness DrMidland, MI 48670

Great Lakes Surgical Associates

602 Beech St Ste 2240Clare, MI 48617
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

Great Lakes Surgical Associates

555 W Wackerly St Ste 600Midland, MI 48640
MonClosed
TueClosed
WedClosed
Thu1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Midmichigan Health Park Houghton Lake

9249 W Lake City RdHoughton Lake, MI 48629
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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SurgerySurgerySurgeryEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Accepts New Patients
3.2 
31 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Alma , MIBay City , MIIthaca , MIClare , MI
Med School: Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine Med School: Alabama College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Loma Linda University Med School: C U Shah Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Donald Pilkington

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • APWU
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - Medicare
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Freedom Health
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Magellan Health
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • McLaren Health Plan - Medicaid
  • McLaren Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Physicians Health Plan
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Donald Pilkington has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Donald Pilkington has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Echocardiography
  • Gastric Bypass (Gastrojejunostomy)
  • Hernia
  • Other
  • Weight Loss Surgery (Bariatric Surgery)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. James Donald Pilkington holds an active medical license in the state of Michigan.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Michigan that expires in 2028.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Michigan State University College Of Human Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Pilkington's NPI number is 1972548147.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. James Pilkington accepting new patients?
Dr. James Pilkington is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. James Pilkington's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Pilkington affiliated with?
Dr. James Pilkington is affiliated with Mymichigan Medical Center Alma.
Does Dr. James Pilkington accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Pilkington has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. James Pilkington accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Pilkington accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. James Pilkington's office located?
Dr. James Pilkington's office is located at 315 E Warwick Dr Ste 3, Alma, MI, 48801.

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