3.7
3 Ratings with 1 written Review
Summary
Dr. James Vankirk Jr specializes in internal medicine with additional expertise in hospice and palliative medicine, as well as pain medicine. They earned their medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and have been practicing for 38 years. Dr. Vankirk is fluent in both Spanish and English.
Dr. Vankirk practices at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor, Maine. They focus on caring for patients with respiratory failure and cancer-related fatigue. Their expertise includes providing hospice care, palliative care, and life-prolonging treatments for patients facing serious illnesses. Patients rate Dr. Vankirk an average of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.
Dr. Vankirk practices at Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center in Bangor, Maine. They focus on caring for patients with respiratory failure and cancer-related fatigue. Their expertise includes providing hospice care, palliative care, and life-prolonging treatments for patients facing serious illnesses. Patients rate Dr. Vankirk an average of 3.7 out of 5 on Vitals.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 38 years of experience
- 5 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Spanish, English
- UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- 1 written review
- 3 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
Patients’ Perspective
- Gave an accurate diagnosis
- Had a good bedside manner
- Spent time with me
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Office Locations
Dr. James K Vankirk Jr has 3 locationsEastern Maine Medical Center Palliative Care
489 State St Fl 6Bangor, ME 04401 Tel: (207) 973-6604
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Internal Medicine | Hospital Medicine | Hospital Medicine | Internal Medicine |
| Accepts New Patients | |||
| 38 Years of Experience | 8 Years of Experience | 13 Years of Experience | 42 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Spanish, English | Speaks English | ||
| Bangor , ME | Davenport , IA | Bangor , ME | Blue Hill , ME |
| Med School: UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: American University Of Antigua College Of Medicine | Med School: Universidad Del Norte Programa De Medicina | Med School: University Of Massachusetts Medical School |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James K Vankirk Jr
Medical Specialties
Dr. James K Vankirk Jr has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James K Vankirk Jr has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
38 Years Experience
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1988.
NPI Number
Dr. Vankirk Jr's NPI number is 1548375199.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. James K Vankirk Jr accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James K Vankirk Jr has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. James K Vankirk Jr's office located?
- Dr. James K Vankirk Jr's office is located at PO Box 404, Bangor, ME, 04402.
- Which hospitals is Dr. James K Vankirk Jr affiliated with?
- Dr. James K Vankirk Jr is affiliated with Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center.
- Does Dr. James K Vankirk Jr accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James K Vankirk Jr accepts on their Vitals profile.
- What languages does Dr. James K Vankirk Jr speak?
- Dr. James K Vankirk Jr speaks Spanish and English.
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