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Summary
James Cappon, M.D. provides the full range of tertiary-level critical care procedures, with expertise in mechanical ventilation and management of respiratory failure. He is board certified in both pediatrics and pediatric critical care medicine. Dr. Cappon served his fellowship at Harbor-UCLA/CHOC /Martin Luther King hospitals. Both his residency and internship were completed at Harbor/UCLA Medical Center in Torrance. Dr. Cappon is a graduate of the University of New Mexico School of Medicine in Albuquerque. Dr. Cappon is fluent in Spanish. Dr. Cappon also serves as the CHOC Director of Patient Safety.
Quick Facts
- 39 years of experience
- 32 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish
- Ucla Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Peter Cappon has 5 locationsChoc Childrens Hospital At Mission Viejo
27700 Medical Center RdMission Viejo, CA 92691 Tel: (949) 364-1400
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Peter Cappon
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Peter Cappon has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Peter Cappon has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
Dr. James Peter Cappon 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
Residency
Completed their residency at Ucla Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine in 1987.
NPI Number
Dr. Cappon's NPI number is 1336232875.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. James Cappon affiliated with?
- Dr. James Cappon is affiliated with Uci Health Fountain Valley.
- Where is Dr. James Cappon's office located?
- Dr. James Cappon's office is located at 27700 Medical Center Rd, Mission Viejo, CA, 92691.
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