Summary

Dr. James Risser is an internal medicine physician with additional specialties in pediatrics and hospice and palliative medicine. He earned his medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and has been practicing for 28 years, bringing extensive experience to his patient care.

Dr. Risser is affiliated with North Memorial Health Robbinsdale Hospital and Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare, with practice locations in Saint Paul, Robbinsdale, and Minneapolis, Minnesota. His clinical expertise includes treating serious conditions such as heart attacks, severe skin infections like cellulitis, and life-threatening tissue infections. Through his palliative medicine training, he provides compassionate care focused on comfort and quality of life for patients facing serious illnesses.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 28 years of experience
  • University Of Minnesota Medical School
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Mackenzie Risser has 3 locations

Regions Hospital

640 Jackson StSaint Paul, MN 55101

Healthpartners Hospital Medicine Clinic

8170 33rd Ave SMinneapolis, MN 55425
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 6:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
28 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Mandarin, Spanish
Saint Paul , MNMINNEAPOLIS , MNEdina , MNDenver , CO
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University of Minnesota Medical School Med School: UCLA's David Geffen School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Mackenzie Risser

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Medical Specialties

Dr. James Mackenzie Risser has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Mackenzie Risser has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Pediatrics
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

Dr. James Mackenzie Risser holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1998.

NPI Number

Dr. Risser's NPI number is 1710959085.

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Where is Dr. James Mackenzie Risser's office located?
Dr. James Mackenzie Risser's office is located at 640 Jackson St, Saint Paul, MN, 55101.
Is Dr. James Mackenzie Risser accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. James Mackenzie Risser affiliated with?
Dr. James Mackenzie Risser is affiliated with North Memorial Health Robbinsdale Hospital and Gillette Childrens Specialty Healthcare.

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