Summary

James Pavelka MD is a gynecologic oncologist with Tristate Gynecologic Oncology, and the Director of the Division of Gynecologic Oncology in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Good Samaritan Hospital. He is also the Director of Minimally Invasive Surgery for the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Good Samaritan Hospital.He is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology and gynecologic oncology. Dr. Pavelka graduated from Denison University in Granville, OH, in 1997, and from the College of Medicine at the Ohio State University, in Columbus, in 2001. He completed his Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency at Ohio State University Medical Center in 2005 and the Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship at UCLA/Cedars Sinai in Los Angeles in 2008. Dr. Pavelka joined the staff of Good Samaritan Hospital in August 2008. He is fellow of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and is a member of the Society of Gynecologic Oncologists and the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Pavelka's research interests include minimally invasive surgical techniques and the effects of obesity on gynecologic cancers and their treatments.In the News:Ways to Protect Yourself From Cervical CancerWear Teal in September for Ovarian Cancer AwarenessWhat Happens After an Abnormal Pap Test?
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.4
  • 25 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
  • 6 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

TriHealth Tristate Gynecologic Oncology - Good Samaritan Campus

3219 Clifton Avenue Suite 100Cincinnati, OH 45220

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James C. Pavelka, MDDr. Helmut F Schellhas, MDDr. Ajit Gubbi, DODr. Christine Ellen Plecha, MD
Gynecologic OncologyGynecologic OncologyObstetrics & GynecologyGynecologic Oncology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.4 
4.7 
2.8 
25 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Cincinnati , OHEdgewood , KYCincinnati , OHCincinnati , OH
Med School: The Ohio State University Hospital Med School: Touro University California College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James C. Pavelka

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MDwise
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky)
  • Passport Health Plan (Kentucky) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

James C. Pavelka has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

James C. Pavelka has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Gynecology
  • Hot Flashes
  • Menopause

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

James C. Pavelka holds an expired medical license in the state of Ohio. They are board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Ohio that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center in 2008.

Residency

Completed their residency at The Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2005 and The Ohio State University College of Medicine in 2002.

Medical School

Graduated from The Ohio State University Hospital in 2001.

NPI Number

James C. Pavelka's NPI number is 1861521460.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is James Pavelka affiliated with?
James Pavelka is affiliated with Saint Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital.
What languages does James Pavelka speak?
James Pavelka speaks English.
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