4.2
10 Ratings with 4 written Reviews
Summary
Dr. James Obrien specializes in thoracic surgery and general surgery, bringing 37 years of experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Connecticut School of Medicine and focuses his expertise on complex surgical procedures of the chest and heart. Dr. Obrien communicates with patients in English.
Dr. Obrien practices at Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus and Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas, with locations in Kansas City, Missouri and Overland Park, Kansas. He treats conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea and sleep apnea in children. His surgical expertise includes heart defect repair and open-heart surgery procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
Dr. Obrien practices at Children's Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus and Children's Mercy Hospital Kansas, with locations in Kansas City, Missouri and Overland Park, Kansas. He treats conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea and sleep apnea in children. His surgical expertise includes heart defect repair and open-heart surgery procedures. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.
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Quick Facts
- 37 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine
- 4 written reviews
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 2 hospital affiliations
- 2 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James Edward Obrien has 2 locationsChildrens Mercy Adele Hall Campus
2401 Gillham RdKansas City, MO 64108 Tel: (816) 234-3000
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Dr. James Edward Obrien, DO | Dr. Kathleen P Berger-Gillen, MD | Dr. Daniel Murillo, MD | Dr. Jocelyn Erin Hunter, MD |
| Thoracic Surgery | Anesthesiology | Transplant Surgery | Critical Care Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 37 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 35 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| Kansas City , MO | Overland Park , KS | Kansas City , KS | ORLANDO , FL |
| Med School: University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine | Med School: Indiana University School Of Medicine | Med School: University Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health | Med School: University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James Edward Obrien has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James Edward Obrien has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
37 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, Kansas, 2026, Active
Medical Doctor, Missouri, 2026, Expired
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Connecticut School Of MedicineGraduated in 1989
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- Dr. James Obrien is affiliated with Childrens Mercy Kansas City Adele Hall Campus and Childrens Mercy Hospital Kansas.
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- Dr. James Obrien speaks English.
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