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Summary
Dr. James Chang is a board-certified internal medicine physician who specializes in hospital medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and completed his residency training at St. Louis University School of Medicine. With 14 years of clinical experience, Dr. Chang has developed expertise in managing complex medical conditions in the hospital setting.
Dr. Chang practices at Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center in San Leandro, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Edward Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating patients with chronic kidney disease and advanced kidney disease requiring specialized care. He also provides comprehensive management for type 2 diabetes and its complications. Dr. Chang performs essential diagnostic tests including metabolic panels and diabetic kidney screening to monitor his patients' health and guide treatment decisions.
Dr. Chang practices at Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center in San Leandro, California, and maintains hospital affiliations with Edward Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating patients with chronic kidney disease and advanced kidney disease requiring specialized care. He also provides comprehensive management for type 2 diabetes and its complications. Dr. Chang performs essential diagnostic tests including metabolic panels and diabetic kidney screening to monitor his patients' health and guide treatment decisions.
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Quick Facts
- 14 years of experience
- St Louis University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 1 office location
- Male
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| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English, French, Bambara | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
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| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: Univ Iberoamericana Unibe Santo Domingo | Med School: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Chang has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Chang has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
14 Years Experience
Dr. James Chang 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 St Louis University School Of Medicine.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine in 2012.
NPI Number
Dr. Chang's NPI number is 1801158332.
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- Where is Dr. James Chang's office located?
- Dr. James Chang's office is located at 2500 Merced St, San Leandro, CA, 94577.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Chang affiliated with?
- Dr. James Chang is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center and Edward Hospital.
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