3.8
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. James Lew has practiced family medicine for 42 years and is affiliated with Natividad Medical Center. He treats obesity and overweight, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and pediatric obesity. Board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine, he earned his medical degree from UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and completed residency training at Natividad Medical Center in 1987. He sees patients in Salinas, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Lew 3.8 out of 5.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 42 years of experience
- 23 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English
- Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center
- 1 written review
- 1 specialty
- 6 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Location
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| Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine | Family Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 42 Years of Experience | 9 Years of Experience | 6 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish, Portuguese, French | Speaks English | Speaks Spanish, Vietnamese |
| Salinas , CA | Coral Gables , FL | Baltimore , MD | Placentia , CA |
| Med School: UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine (Medical Education) | Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James Lew
Medical Specialties
James Lew has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
James Lew has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
James Lew holds an active medical license in the state of California. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Board Certifications
Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center in 1992 and Santa Clara Valley Medical Center in 1992.
Residency
Completed their residency at Natividad Medical Center Residency in 1987, Natividad Medical Center in 1987, and Natividad Medical Center in 1985.
Medical School
Graduated from UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine (Medical Education) in 1984 and University of CA Irvine College of Medicine in 1984.
NPI Number
James Lew's NPI number is 1629177506.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does James Lew accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- James Lew has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is James Lew's office located?
- James Lew's office is located at 355 Abbott St Ste 100, Salinas, CA, 93901.
- Is James Lew accepting new patients?
- James Lew is accepting new patients on Vitals. View James Lew's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
- What languages does James Lew speak?
- James Lew speaks English.
- Does James Lew accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that James Lew accepts on their Vitals profile.
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