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Summary
Dr. James Kempton is an ophthalmologist who specializes in comprehensive eye care and vision health. He earned his medical degree from Ohio State University College of Medicine & Public Health and completed his residency at Medical College of Virginia Hospital. With nearly three decades of experience treating patients, Dr. Kempton brings extensive knowledge to his practice. He communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Kempton practices at Yale Medicine Ophthalmology and is affiliated with West Haven VA Medical Center in New Haven and West Haven, Connecticut. His expertise includes treating cataracts and diabetic eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy. He performs comprehensive eye exams and uses advanced diagnostic techniques like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate and monitor eye health.
Dr. Kempton practices at Yale Medicine Ophthalmology and is affiliated with West Haven VA Medical Center in New Haven and West Haven, Connecticut. His expertise includes treating cataracts and diabetic eye conditions such as diabetic retinopathy. He performs comprehensive eye exams and uses advanced diagnostic techniques like retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography to evaluate and monitor eye health.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 29 years of experience
- speaks English
- Medical College Of Virginia Hospital
- 1 specialty
- 10 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Eric Kempton has 3 locationsYale Medicine Ophthalmology
40 Temple St Ste 3ANew Haven, CT 06510 Tel: (203) 785-2020
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
Yale Medicine Care Center
40 Temple St Ste 3bNew Haven, CT 06510 Tel: (877) 925-3637
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. James Eric Kempton, MD | Dr. Dean John Yimoyines | Dr. Danuta J Jaworska-Bzymek | Dr. Elwin Garth Schwartz |
| Ophthalmology | Ophthalmology | Surgery | Ophthalmology |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 29 Years of Experience | 52 Years of Experience | 57 Years of Experience | 50 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 | Speaks English |
| New Haven , CT | Hamden , CT | Middletown , CT | Middletown , CT |
| Med School: Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health | Med School: George Washington University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences | Med School: Akademia Medyczna, Warsaw | Med School: Cornell University |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Eric Kempton has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Eric Kempton has the following 10 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
29 Years Experience
Dr. James Eric Kempton holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Residency
Completed their residency at Medical College Of Virginia Hospital.
Medical School
Graduated from Ohio State University College Of Medicine & Public Health in 1997.
NPI Number
Dr. Kempton's NPI number is 1346375722.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. James Kempton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Kempton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. James Kempton's office located?
- Dr. James Kempton's office is located at 40 Temple St Ste 3A, New Haven, CT, 06510.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Kempton affiliated with?
- Dr. James Kempton is affiliated with West Haven Va Medical Center.
- How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Kempton?
- You can find contact information for Dr. James Kempton here on Vitals.
- What languages does Dr. James Kempton speak?
- Dr. James Kempton speaks English.
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