Summary

Dr. James Ahn is a board-certified physician specializing in surgery and emergency medicine with over three decades of clinical experience. He earned his medical degree from Yale University School of Medicine, bringing 31 years of expertise to his practice. His dual specialty training allows him to handle both surgical procedures and urgent medical situations with comprehensive skill.

Dr. Ahn practices at San Francisco VA Medical Center in San Francisco, California, where he focuses on treating conditions such as chronic kidney disease and high cholesterol in children and teens. He also manages hyperlipidemia in patients of various ages. Patients consistently rate his care highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars for his attentive and skilled medical approach.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 31 years of experience
  • 7 insurance plans accepted
  • Yale University School Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 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

San Francisco Vamc

4150 Clement StSan Francisco, CA 94121

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Speaks English, Russian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
San Francisco , CAFairfield , CAFairfield , CAFairfield , CA
Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific Med School: Touro University Nevada College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: A T Still University Kirksville College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Henry Ahn

  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN) - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Henry Ahn has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Henry Ahn has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Accidents
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Injury
  • Trauma

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. James Henry Ahn holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Yale University School Of Medicine in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Ahn's NPI number is 1528146180.

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Dr. James Ahn is affiliated with San Francisco Va Medical Center.
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