Summary

Dr. James O'Brien treats gastritis, colon polyps, and GERD, and performs upper GI endoscopy and laparoscopy. He has practiced gastroenterology for 35 years and is affiliated with Straub Benioff Medical Center.

Dr. O'Brien earned his medical degree from Duke University School of Medicine and completed his residency at New England Medical Center. He sees patients in Vernon, Connecticut, and Honolulu, Hawaii. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. O'Brien 4.35 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 35 years of experience
  • 47 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • New England Medical Center
  • 7 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. James Willig Obrien has 2 locations

Straub Medical Center

888 S King StHonolulu, HI 96813

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GastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterologyGastroenterology
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35 Years of Experience 57 Years of Experience 29 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Polish, Spanish
Vernon , CTSacramento , CAFarmington , CTHartford , CT
Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: New York University Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Willig Obrien

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CalOptima - Medicare
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • ConnectiCare - Medicare
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - Medicare
  • EmblemHealth
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Hawaii Medical Service Association (HMSA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Medica - Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Priority Health
  • Select Care
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Willig Obrien has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Willig Obrien has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Acid Reflux Disease (Gastroesophageal Reflux / GERD)
  • Acid Reflux Disease (GERD)
  • Celiac Disease
  • Colonoscopy
  • Constipation
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hepatitis C
  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
  • Ulcerative Colitis

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. James Willig Obrien holds inactive and expired medical licenses in the states of Connecticut and Hawaii.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an inactive medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2019 and an expired medical license in the state of Hawaii that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New England Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Duke University School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Obrien's NPI number is 1841275252.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. James Obrien accepting new patients?
Dr. James Obrien has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Obrien?
You can find contact information for Dr. James Obrien here on Vitals.
Does Dr. James Obrien accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Obrien accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Obrien affiliated with?
Dr. James Obrien is affiliated with Straub Benioff Medical Center.
Does Dr. James Obrien accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Obrien has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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