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Summary
Dr. James Hunter is an ophthalmologist with nearly five decades of experience in eye care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and completed his residency training at Hennepin County Medical Center. With 48 years of dedicated practice, Dr. Hunter brings extensive knowledge and skill to the treatment of eye conditions and vision disorders. He provides care in English for his patients.
Dr. Hunter practices at multiple locations throughout the Twin Cities area, including M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital in Saint Paul and Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. He also sees patients at the Phillips Eye Institute in Minneapolis, a specialized facility focused on comprehensive eye care. His hospital affiliations include MINNEAPOLIS HEART INSTITUTE, M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital, and Phillips Eye Institute. Patients consistently rate Dr. Hunter highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
Dr. Hunter practices at multiple locations throughout the Twin Cities area, including M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital in Saint Paul and Abbott Northwestern Hospital in Minneapolis. He also sees patients at the Phillips Eye Institute in Minneapolis, a specialized facility focused on comprehensive eye care. His hospital affiliations include MINNEAPOLIS HEART INSTITUTE, M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital, and Phillips Eye Institute. Patients consistently rate Dr. Hunter highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 5.0.
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Quick Facts
- 48 years of experience
- speaks English
- Hennepin County Medical Center
- 1 specialty
- 13 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 4 hospital affiliations
- 3 office locations
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. James Alden Hunter has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. James Alden Hunter, MD | Dr. Adam John Neuhouser | Dr. Stephanie Jessica Weiss, MD | Dr. Stewart Jerome Hazel, MD |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Internal Medicine | Ophthalmology |
| 48 Years of Experience | 5 Years of Experience | 27 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| Saint Paul , MN | Minneapolis , MN | Minneapolis , MN | Bozeman , MT |
| Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School | Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine | Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine | Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Alden Hunter has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Alden Hunter has the following 13 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
48 Years Experience
Dr. James Alden Hunter holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Hennepin County Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1978.
NPI Number
Dr. Hunter's NPI number is 1548294952.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. James Hunter affiliated with?
- Dr. James Hunter is affiliated with MINNEAPOLIS HEART INSTITUTE, M Health Fairview Bethesda Hospital, Phillips Eye Institute, and Phillips Eye Institute.
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