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Dr. James Walter is a pulmonologist and critical care medicine specialist with 16 years of experience treating patients with complex lung and respiratory conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at the University of Michigan Health System in 2013. Dr. Walter further specialized through a fellowship at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University, finishing in 2017.
Dr. Walter practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and sees patients at the Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute in Chicago, Illinois. His expertise includes caring for patients requiring critical care support and treating pneumonia. He also performs specialized procedures such as cryotherapy and laser therapy for skin lesion treatment and removal.
Dr. Walter practices at Northwestern Memorial Hospital and sees patients at the Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute in Chicago, Illinois. His expertise includes caring for patients requiring critical care support and treating pneumonia. He also performs specialized procedures such as cryotherapy and laser therapy for skin lesion treatment and removal.
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Quick Facts
- 16 years of experience
- 6 insurance plans accepted
- McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University
- 3 specialties
- 5 areas of expertise
- 3 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
Office Location
Northwestern Medicine Canning Thoracic Institute
676 N St Clair St Arkes Pavilion, Ste 2100Chicago, IL 60611 Tel: (312) 695-1800
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James M. Walter
Medical Specialties
James M. Walter has the following 3 specialties
Specialty Expertise
James M. Walter has the following 5 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
16 Years Experience
James M. Walter holds an active medical license in the state of Illinois.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Illinois that expires in 2026.
Education & Training
Fellowship
Completed their fellowship at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University in 2017.
Residency
Completed their residency at University of Michigan Health System in 2013.
Medical School
Graduated from University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine in 2010.
NPI Number
James M. Walter's NPI number is 1588984454.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is James M. Walter's office located?
- James M. Walter's office is located at 676 N St Clair St Arkes Pavilion, Ste 2100, Chicago, IL, 60611.
- Which hospitals is James M. Walter affiliated with?
- James M. Walter is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital.
- Does James M. Walter accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that James M. Walter accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does James M. Walter accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- James M. Walter has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Is James M. Walter accepting new patients?
- James M. Walter has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
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