Summary

Dr. James Petros is a surgery specialist with extensive expertise in colorectal surgery, bringing nearly five decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Boston University Medical Center. Dr. Petros is fluent in both English and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Petros practices at Lemuel Shattuck Hospital in Jamaica Plain, Massachusetts, where he focuses on surgical care with particular attention to colorectal conditions. His expertise includes treating back pain in various patient populations, from pregnant women to children and teenagers. He also performs spinal X-rays to help diagnose spine-related conditions. Patients have given Dr. Petros an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • 4.3
  • 47 years of experience
  • 1 insurance plan accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Boston University Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Lemuel Shattuck Hospital

170 Morton StJamaica Plain, MA 02130
Mon7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Tue7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wed7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Thu7:00 am - 3:30 pm
Fri7:00 am - 3:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James George Petros, MDDr. Ravi Kacker, MDDr. Anthony Haddad, MDDr. Robert Riviello, MD
SurgerySurgeryPlastic SurgeryCritical Care Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
3.9 
3.7 
47 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Portuguese, Spanish
Jamaica Plain , MANatick , MABoston , MABoston , MA
Med School: Boston University School Of Medicine Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine Med School: American University Of Beirut Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of California San Diego School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James George Petros

  • AARP

Medical Specialties

Dr. James George Petros has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James George Petros has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Banding
  • Bowel Resection
  • Colon Cancer
  • Colonoscopy
  • Colorectal Surgery
  • Diverticulitis
  • Hemorrhoidectomy
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Rectal Bleeding
  • Rectal Pain

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Massachusetts, 2025, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Boston University Medical Center

Medical School

Boston University School Of MedicineGraduated in 1979

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. James Petros's office located?
Dr. James Petros's office is located at 170 Morton St, Jamaica Plain, MA, 02130.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Petros?
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Does Dr. James Petros accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. James Petros has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Petros affiliated with?
Dr. James Petros is affiliated with Lemuel Shattuck Hospital.
Does Dr. James Petros accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Petros accepts on their Vitals profile.

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