Summary

Dr. James Telfer specializes in internal medicine and family medicine, bringing five and a half decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, establishing a strong foundation for his comprehensive approach to patient care. Dr. Telfer is fluent in both Spanish and English, allowing him to connect with a diverse patient population.

Dr. Telfer practices at multiple locations throughout Santa Cruz and Scotts Valley, California, with hospital privileges at Dominican Hospital. He focuses on managing common health concerns such as high blood pressure and joint pain. His practice also includes monitoring blood health through complete blood counts and general blood testing. Patients consistently rate Dr. Telfer highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 55 years of experience
  • 29 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine
  • 3 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James Gavin Telfer has 4 locations

Santa Cruz Division Of Palo Alto Medical Foundation Scotts Valley

4663 Scotts Valley DrScotts Valley, CA 95066
Mon8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 9:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Palo Alto Medical Foundation Santa Cruz Main Clinic

2025 Soquel Ave Fl 2Santa Cruz, CA 95062
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

Palo Alto Medical Foundation Santa Cruz Main Clinic

2025 Soquel AveSanta Cruz, CA 95062
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

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Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Scotts Valley , CALyons , COSHERMAN OAKS , CAKaty , TX
Med School: Washington University In St Louis School Of Medicine Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont Med School: CHICAGO MEDICAL SCHOOL AT ROSALIND FRANKLIN UNIVERSITY OF MEDICINE & SCIENCE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Gavin Telfer

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Gavin Telfer has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Gavin Telfer has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Family Medicine
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Washington University In St Louis School Of MedicineGraduated in 1971

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. James Telfer accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. James Telfer's office located?
Dr. James Telfer's office is located at 4663 Scotts Valley Dr, Scotts Valley, CA, 95066.
What languages does Dr. James Telfer speak?
Dr. James Telfer speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. James Telfer accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Telfer accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. James Telfer affiliated with?
Dr. James Telfer is affiliated with Dominican Hospital.

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