Summary

Dr. James Pelton is an oncologist who brings 45 years of experience to cancer care. He earned his medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Washington Medical Center. Dr. Pelton is fluent in both Russian and English, allowing him to serve patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Pelton practices at PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center in Bellingham, Washington, and maintains affiliations with Overlake Medical Center And Clinics. He specializes in treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent disease. His expertise includes radiation therapy techniques such as external beam radiation and systemic radiation therapy. Patients consistently rate Dr. Pelton highly, giving him an average rating of 4.9.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 45 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Russian, English
  • University Of Washington Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 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

Office Location

PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center

3301 Squalicum PkwyBellingham, WA 98225
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 am
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 am
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 am
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 am
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 am
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 am
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 am

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Russian, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Bellingham , WAMount Vernon , WAAnacortes , WABellingham , WA
Med School: University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine Med School: West China University Of Medical Sciences Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James G. Pelton

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AgeRight Advantage
  • Amerigroup Washington
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Plan of Washington
  • Coordinated Care Washington
  • Devoted Health
  • First Choice Health Network
  • First Health Network
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington
  • Medicaid Washington
  • Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Multiplan Network
  • Pacific Medical Centers
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Provider Network of America
  • Regence - Oregon & Washington
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • United Healthcare
  • Washington State Labor & Industries

Medical Specialties

Dr. James G. Pelton has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James G. Pelton has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Metastatic Breast Cancer
  • Oncologist
  • Radiation Therapy

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Washington, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Washington Medical Center

Medical School

University Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated in 1981

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What languages does Dr. James Pelton speak?
Dr. James Pelton speaks Russian and English.
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Where is Dr. James Pelton's office located?
Dr. James Pelton's office is located at 3301 Squalicum Pkwy, Bellingham, WA, 98225.

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