Summary

Dr. James Paauw is an internal medicine physician who also specializes in surgery and nutrition. He earned his medical degree from Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency at Spectrum Health. With 46 years of clinical experience, Dr. Paauw brings extensive knowledge to his practice spanning nearly five decades of patient care.

Dr. Paauw practices at Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health and provides services through SHMG Nutrition Support Services in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He focuses on treating complex conditions including short bowel syndrome, alcohol poisoning, and serious infections like Candida auris. His expertise includes specialized procedures such as home infusion therapy and diagnostic testing for arterial blood gases. Patients consistently rate Dr. Paauw highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 46 years of experience
  • 24 insurance plans accepted
  • Spectrum Health
  • 3 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

SHMG Nutrition Support Services

100 Michigan St NeGrand Rapids, MI 49503

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Vietnamese, Spanish Speaks English
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Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Douglas Paauw

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - PPO
  • McLaren Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (HMO Plans)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Priority Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Douglas Paauw has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Douglas Paauw has the following 10 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Nutrition
  • Physical
  • Surgery
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

46 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Spectrum Health.

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine in 1980.

NPI Number

Dr. Paauw's NPI number is 1780647255.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. James Douglas Paauw accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Douglas Paauw affiliated with?
Dr. James Douglas Paauw is affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital Spectrum Health.
Where is Dr. James Douglas Paauw's office located?
Dr. James Douglas Paauw's office is located at 100 Michigan St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI, 49503.
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