Summary

Dr. James Kikendall is a gastroenterologist with over five decades of medical experience serving patients in the Washington D.C. metropolitan area. He earned his medical degree from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at DC General Hospital. His extensive 54-year career has established him as a seasoned specialist in digestive health and gastrointestinal disorders. Dr. Kikendall is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Kikendall practices at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland, where he works within the Gastroenterology Division. His affiliation with this prestigious military medical facility reflects his commitment to providing specialized digestive health care to service members and their families. The location in Bethesda provides convenient access for patients throughout the greater Washington D.C. area seeking expert gastroenterological care.
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Quick Facts

  • 54 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Dc General Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Dr. James Walter Kikendall

Gastroenterology DivisionBethesda, MD 20889

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54 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Farsi Speaks English
Bethesda , MDMcLean , VAMcLean , VAMcLean , VA
Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: King Edward Medical College Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University Med School: Georgetown University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Walter Kikendall

  • Accepts Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Walter Kikendall has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Walter Kikendall has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colon Tumor (Adenomatous Polyps)
  • Colonic Polyps
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colorectal Cancer
  • Constipation
  • Esophageal Stenosis
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcer
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

54 Years Experience

Dr. James Walter Kikendall holds an active medical license in the state of Maryland.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Maryland.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Dc General Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine in 1972.

NPI Number

Dr. Kikendall's NPI number is 1639174972.

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Dr. James Kikendall is affiliated with Walter Reed National Military Medical Center.
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