Dr. James P. Metzler, MD | Indianapolis, IN | Family Medicine

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Dr. James Metzler is a family medicine physician who earned his medical degree from the University of Louisville School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at St Elizabeth Medical Center and has been practicing for over three decades. Dr. Metzler speaks English and brings extensive experience to his patient care.

Dr. Metzler is affiliated with Community Fairbanks Recovery Center and practices at Community Hospital East and Community Hospital North in Indianapolis, Indiana. He specializes in treating chronic breathing conditions like COPD and chronic lung disease, as well as bronchitis. His practice also includes depression screening and allergy treatments, including sublingual immunotherapy for patients with environmental allergies. Patients rate Dr. Metzler 4.7 out of 5 stars on average.

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4.7

15 Ratings
33 years of experience
24 insurance plans accepted
speaks English
St Elizabeth Medical Center
5 written reviews
1 specialty
6 areas of expertise
1 board certification
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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Overall exceptional health care provider

December 15th, 2015

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Dr. Metzler treats you as though you are his only patient, always listening and taking the time you need. He has always been there for me.

February 28th, 2013

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I've been going to Dr Metzler for 14 years and find him to be kind, considerate and an excellent diagnostician. He has far exceeded my expectations of any doctor in general practice. He returns my calls in a timely way and always takes the time to listen. I can think of nothing he could improve.

October 11th, 2012

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He is a great doctor i do not know what i would do without him . he always listens to you and always sets and talks and explains things to you.

August 11th, 2011

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I have been seeing Dr. Metzler for about as long as he has had his current pratice. I find him very careing and I think that he honestly want's to hear what you have to say. I feel that his level of doctoring is very good and would recomend him anytime.

November 12th, 2009

Community Hospital East

1500 N Ritter AveIndianapolis, IN 46219

Tel: (317) 355-1411

Community Hospital North

7150 Clearvista DrIndianapolis, IN 46256

Tel: (317) 621-6262


Dr. James Patrick Metzler, MD	Dr. Pradeep Murthaiah, MD	Dr. David Schweck, MD	Dr. Mark Benson, DO
Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine	Family Medicine
	Accepts New Patients		Accepts New Patients
4.7 (15 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	4 (4 Ratings)	4.5 (10 Ratings)
33 Years of Experience	21 Years of Experience	24 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English	Speaks English, Hindi, Kannada	Speaks English	Speaks English
Indianapolis , IN	INDIANAPOLIS , IN	Indianapolis , IN	Indianapolis , IN
Med School: University Of Louisville School Of Medicine	Med School: J J M Medical College	Med School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine	Med School: Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Indiana, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Elizabeth Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Louisville School Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Which hospitals is Dr. James Metzler affiliated with?: Dr. James Metzler is affiliated with Community Fairbanks Recovery Center.
Where is Dr. James Metzler's office located?: Dr. James Metzler's office is located at 1500 N Ritter Ave, Indianapolis, IN, 46219.
Does Dr. James Metzler accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. James Metzler has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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