James J. Murphy, MD

Dr. James Murphy is a surgeon who specializes in surgery with extensive experience in pediatric surgical care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and completed his surgical training through an internship and residency at University of Massachusetts Memorial Medical Center, finishing his residency in 1989. Dr. Murphy furthered his expertise with a fellowship in pediatric surgery at British Columbia Children's Hospital in 1991. With over four decades of surgical experience since beginning practice, he brings deep knowledge to complex pediatric cases. He communicates with patients and families in English.

Dr. Murphy practices at University of Vermont Medical Center in Burlington, Vermont, where he provides specialized pediatric surgical care. He treats children with head and neck conditions and neonatal surgical problems that require immediate attention. His surgical expertise includes complex reconstructive procedures for children …with anorectal conditions and specialized pouch procedures for young patients with ulcerative colitis. Dr. Murphy also addresses pediatric breast conditions in adolescent patients, providing comprehensive surgical care for this sensitive patient population.