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About Me

I grew up in Southern California, and went to undergraduate school there at the University of California, Irvine. I studied biological sciences and had my mind set to pursue a career in medicine. I loved the physiology and the science and was fascinated with how the human body works. Even when I was in high school, I knew that I wanted to become a doctor for that reason. In particular, I knew that I always wanted to become a surgeon. I enjoy working with my hands and thus choosing a career in surgery was very natural for me.

I then went onto medical school at Temple University School of Medicine, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The East Coast was very different from California, and I was thrilled when I got accepted to get my surgical training/residency at the University of California, San Francisco-East Bay Program. I was very happy to be back in California, as I have all my family here. After my surgical residency, I chose to work at a Kaiser Permanente facility and am now at Walnut Creek. I not only love the location, but I also love the people who work here. They are very professional and have excellent camaraderie. Also, working at Kaiser Permanente allows me to focus on taking care of patients and I don’t have to worry about the business aspect of medicine.

After about 2 years of working at Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek as a general surgeon, I developed a strong interest in hepatobiliary surgery. Therefore, I went onto University of Southern California and completed a fellowship in surgery of the liver and pancreas. I am very excited to be back with all my colleagues here at Walnut Creek!
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.3
  • 35 years of experience
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese
  • Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 3 hospital affiliations
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. James Seong Choi has 6 locations

San Jose Medical Center Surgery

280 Hospital Pkwy Bldg ASan Jose, CA 95119
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kaiser Permanente Plastic Surgery

280 Hospital Pkwy Bldg ASan Jose, CA 95119
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Kaiser Permanente Antioch Medical Center

4501 Sand Creek RdAntioch, CA 94531

Kaiser Permanente Medical Center In Antioch

4501 Sand Creek RdAntioch, CA 94531
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks Spanish, Chinese Speaks Russian Speaks English
San Jose , CAPalo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CASan Jose , CA
Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Drexel University College Of Medicine Med School: State University Of New York Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Seong Choi

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Medical Specialties

Dr. James Seong Choi has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Seong Choi has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Liver Diseases
  • Pancreatic Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple UniversityGraduated in 2000
TEMPLE UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 1991

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. James Choi affiliated with?
Dr. James Choi is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center, and Kaiser Permanente Antioch Medical Center.
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Is Dr. James Choi accepting new patients?
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Does Dr. James Choi accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. James Choi speak?
Dr. James Choi speaks Spanish and Chinese.

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