3.8
5 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. James Lew is a family medicine physician with over four decades of medical experience serving patients and families. He earned his medical degree from UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and completed his residency at Natividad Medical Center in 1987. Dr. Lew furthered his training with a fellowship at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center in 1992. He holds board certification in family medicine from the American Board of Family Medicine and communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Lew practices at Natividad Medical Center and sees patients at Salinas Valley Health PrimeCare in Salinas, California. He focuses on managing diabetes in both adults and children, helping patients address weight concerns, and providing comprehensive preventive care. His practice includes routine blood work to monitor patient health and administering flu vaccines to protect against seasonal illness. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
Dr. Lew practices at Natividad Medical Center and sees patients at Salinas Valley Health PrimeCare in Salinas, California. He focuses on managing diabetes in both adults and children, helping patients address weight concerns, and providing comprehensive preventive care. His practice includes routine blood work to monitor patient health and administering flu vaccines to protect against seasonal illness. Patients have given him an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 on Vitals.
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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 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
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| 42 Years of Experience | 16 Years of Experience | 14 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available |
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| Med School: UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine (Medical Education) | Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine | Med School: American University Of The Caribbean School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Lew
Medical Specialties
Dr. James Lew has the following specialty
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Lew has the following 6 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
42 Years Experience
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Family Medicine
Family Medicine
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Fellowship
Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center1992
Santa Clara Valley Medical Center1992
Residency
Natividad Medical Center Residency1987
Natividad Medical Center1987
Natividad Medical Center1985
Medical School
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine (Medical Education)Graduated in 1984
University of CA Irvine College of MedicineGraduated in 1984
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. James Lew accept my insurance?
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- Does Dr. James Lew accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Lew has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. James Lew's office located?
- Dr. James Lew's office is located at 355 Abbott St Ste 100, Salinas, CA, 93901.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Lew affiliated with?
- Dr. James Lew is affiliated with Natividad Medical Center.
- What languages does Dr. James Lew speak?
- Dr. James Lew speaks English.
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