Dr. James S. Paolino, MD | West Orange, NJ | Rheumatology

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Dr. James Paolino is a rheumatologist and internal medicine specialist who earned his medical degree from Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University. He completed his residency training at Kings County Hospital Center and brings six decades of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Paolino is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Paolino practices at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center and maintains locations in West Orange and Maplewood, New Jersey. He specializes in treating conditions such as colon polyps, esophagitis, and dry eye syndrome. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies, lower gastrointestinal endoscopy, and retinal imaging. Patients have rated Dr. Paolino 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals, reflecting their confidence in his care.

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accepting new patients
4.2

17 Ratings
60 years of experience
5 insurance plans accepted
speaks Spanish, English
Kings County Hospital Center
7 written reviews
2 specialties
9 areas of expertise
2 board certifications
1 hospital affiliation
2 office locations
Male

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After deciding to close his office one day and canceling my grandmothers appointment with no notice we showed up today for a makeup appointment. The appointment was for 9:30 am. We were put in a room right away but had to wait over a half hour just for the resident to come in. He came in and left and we kept waiting. Come to find out that it was 11 am Palino wasn’t even in the office yet! Finally around 11:30 he strolled into the office. 11:45 he came in the room and didn’t even excuse himself or apologize. After being in the room only a minute or two he left to go find the residents, another 20 minutes. He did nothing but repeat the same information he did at the last appointment and didn’t help her whatsoever. Such a waste of time!!!!!!!

March 8th, 2019

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Had molar removed, able to return to work same day. Minimal pain after procedure. Will return if more work is needed.

October 18th, 2018

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The best! Really takes his time with you. Really cares. I love him

July 6th, 2015

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Dr was very rude and abrupt. When given alternatives on the process being done he was sarcastic and dismissive. He unprovocably made ignorant and offensive comments and then hung up on me. Very unprofessional

June 7th, 2015

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I adore Dr. Paolino. He is the ultimate professional. Knowledge of his field is superior. Very friendly and takes lots of time. Each time I visit we end up talking about something from our bygone days like music by Johnny Mathis and others or what is considered a name brand watch like Timex. The staff is great. Will always try to accommodateyou. He keeps my body pain free.

June 5th, 2012

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Dr. Paolino is one of the best doctors around, he is a fabulous diagnostician. Many doctors could not figure out what was wrong with me, he got it right the first visit. He is very caring and really does a thorough job. I have been under his care for approx 4 years now and feel great.

September 22nd, 2011

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I feel at ease when visiting Dr. Paolino because he understands your pain and feelings, he is also very compassionate and patient with me. He always has a story or experience that relates to my experience with a good outcome. I will recommend him to anyone with RA. He knows the effects of this disease.

June 21st, 2010

Internal Medicine Faculty Practice At Saint Barnabas Medical Center

101 Old Short Hills Rd Ste 106West Orange, NJ 07052

Tel: (973) 322-6256

Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Fri9:00 am - 12:00 pm

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2168 Millburn Ave Ste 205Maplewood, NJ 07040

Tel: (973) 994-3203


Dr. James S Paolino, MD	Dr. Ralph S Blume, MD	Dr. Jane S. Kang, MD	Dr. Katherine G Nickerson, MD
Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology	Rheumatology
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.2 (17 Ratings)	4.9 (17 Ratings)	4 (7 Ratings)	4.1 (18 Ratings)
60 Years of Experience	62 Years of Experience	22 Years of Experience	45 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English, Spanish
West Orange , NJ	New York , NY	New York , NY	New York , NY
Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University	Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine	Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University	Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine
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Kings County Hospital Center

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Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson UniversityGraduated in 1966

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What languages does Dr. James Paolino speak?: Dr. James Paolino speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Paolino affiliated with?: Dr. James Paolino is affiliated with Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center.
Does Dr. James Paolino accept my insurance?: You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Paolino accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. James Paolino accept virtual/telehealth appointments?: Dr. James Paolino has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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