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Summary
Dr. James Cortes is a medical doctor who specializes in surgery and emergency medicine, bringing two decades of expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and has built extensive experience treating urgent medical conditions. Dr. Cortes speaks English with his patients.
Dr. Cortes practices at multiple locations throughout San Diego County, including Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, Scripps Mercy Hospital in Chula Vista, and Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center in Chula Vista. He treats conditions such as abdominal pain, chest wall pain, and hypertensive emergencies. His procedural expertise includes providing emergency care, performing electrocardiograms, and administering therapeutic hypothermia treatments.
Dr. Cortes practices at multiple locations throughout San Diego County, including Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego, Scripps Mercy Hospital in Chula Vista, and Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center in Chula Vista. He treats conditions such as abdominal pain, chest wall pain, and hypertensive emergencies. His procedural expertise includes providing emergency care, performing electrocardiograms, and administering therapeutic hypothermia treatments.
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Quick Facts
- 20 years of experience
- 61 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Cortes has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Surgery | Emergency Medicine | Emergency Medicine | Vascular Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 20 Years of Experience | 48 Years of Experience | 65 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks Spanish, English |
| San Diego , CA | La Mesa , CA | La Mesa , CA | El Centro , CA |
| Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine | Med School: Universite De Liege Faculte De Medecine | Med School: Stanford University School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Cortes
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Cortes has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Cortes has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
20 Years Experience
Dr. James Cortes 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 Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 2006.
NPI Number
Dr. Cortes' NPI number is 1376757732.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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- What languages does Dr. James Cortes speak?
- Dr. James Cortes speaks English.
- Where is Dr. James Cortes's office located?
- Dr. James Cortes's office is located at 4077 5th Ave, San Diego, CA, 92103.
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