Summary

Dr. James Speicher is a thoracic surgeon at the East Carolina Heart Institute, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions like lung cancer, esophageal cancer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), achalasia, paraesophageal hernia, tracheal disease and mediastinal disease.
"At the East Carolina Heart Institute, excellent patient care is our top priority. We offer cutting edge, minimally invasive approaches to technically complex surgeries and we utilize a team-based approach to improve recovery and maximize outcomes."
After receiving his medical degree from the University of Kansas at Wichita School of Medicine, Dr. Speicher went on to complete a residency in General Surgery at the University of Missouri at Columbia School of Medicine and a fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.
When he's not at work, Dr. Speicher enjoys spending quality time with his wife and children, exercising, and playing the guitar.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 28 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
  • 10 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Locations

Dr James E. Speicher has 2 locations

East Carolina Heart Institute at East Carolina University

115 Heart DrGreenville, NC 27834
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

ECU Health Medical Center

2100 Stantonsburg RdGreenville, NC 27834
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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Accepts New Patients
3.5 
20 Years of Experience 9 Years of Experience 33 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Greenville , NCWilson , NCGreenville , NCGreenville , NC
Med School: University of Kansas at Wichita School of Medicine Med School: Eastern Virginia Medical School Med School: Cooper Medical School Of Rowan University Med School: Perelman School Of Medicine At University Of Pennsylvania
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr James E. Speicher

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optimum HealthCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Optum Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr James E. Speicher has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr James E. Speicher has the following area of expertise

  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

BOARD CERTIFICATIONS

American Board of Surgery

Surgery

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, North Carolina, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics

Residency

University of Missouri School of Medicine

Medical School

University of Kansas at Wichita School of Medicine

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr James Speicher speak?
Dr James Speicher speaks English.
Does Dr James Speicher accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Where is Dr James Speicher's office located?
Dr James Speicher's office is located at 115 Heart Dr, Greenville, NC, 27834.
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