Summary

Dr. James Foster specializes in cardiovascular disease and internal medicine, bringing more than five decades of medical expertise to patient care. They earned their medical degree from Weill Cornell Medical College and completed residency training at Massachusetts General Hospital. With 57 years of experience treating patients, Dr. Foster has developed extensive knowledge in managing complex heart and internal medicine conditions.

Dr. Foster practices at Wake Heart And Vascular Associates in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, and maintains hospital affiliations with UNC Health Johnston. They focus on treating conditions such as hypothyroidism, vitamin D deficiency, and juvenile osteoporosis. Patients consistently rate Dr. Foster highly for their care, with an average rating of 5.0. Their long-standing commitment to cardiovascular and internal medicine has made them a trusted physician in the Chapel Hill medical community.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 57 years of experience
  • 4 insurance plans accepted
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Wake Heart And Vascassociates

500 Meadow RunChapel Hill, NC 27517

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Dr. James Robert Foster, MDDr. Dana Weisshaar, MDDr. Chad Samuel Kessler, MDDr. Bryan Andrew Max, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseEmergency MedicineAnesthesiology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
57 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Chapel Hill , NCCambridge , MADurham , NCRaleigh , NC
Med School: Weill Cornell Medical College Med School: University of Toledo Medical School Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Robert Foster

  • Aetna
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Robert Foster has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Robert Foster has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Cardiac Defibrillator Implant
  • Cardiac Electrophysiology
  • Heart Block
  • High Blood Pressure (Hypertension)
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

57 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Massachusetts General Hospital

Medical School

Weill Cornell Medical CollegeGraduated in 1969

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. James Foster affiliated with?
Dr. James Foster is affiliated with Unc Health Johnston.
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Where is Dr. James Foster's office located?
Dr. James Foster's office is located at 500 Meadow Run, Chapel Hill, NC, 27517.
Is Dr. James Foster accepting new patients?
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