Summary

Dr. James West is a thoracic surgeon who specializes in heart and chest surgery. He earned his medical degree from the University of South Alabama College of Medicine and brings nine years of surgical experience to his practice. Dr. West focuses on comprehensive thoracic surgical care, combining his expertise in both general surgery and specialized chest procedures.

Dr. West practices throughout Birmingham, Alabama, with locations including Princeton Baptist Medical Center and specialized heart surgery centers. He treats patients with coronary artery disease, including women with heart conditions, and addresses myocardial ischemia. His practice focuses on helping patients with complex heart and chest conditions requiring surgical intervention.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 9 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 6 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. James West has 6 locations

Bbh Specialty Care Network Heart And Thoracic Surgery Princeton

833 Princeton Ave SW Ste 200ABirmingham, AL 35211
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

Cardiology Pc

817 Princeton Ave SW Ste 202Birmingham, AL 35211
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

Jefferson Abington Hospital

1200 Old York RdAbington, PA 19001

Dr. James West

833 Princeton Ave SWBirmingham, AL 35211

Dr. James West

817 Princeton Ave SWBirmingham, AL 35211

Princeton Baptist Medical Center

701 Princeton Ave SwBirmingham, AL 35211

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Med School: University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine Med School: University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine Greenville Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James West

  • Cigna
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • HealthPartners
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. James West has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James West has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • General Surgery
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

9 Years Experience

Dr. James West holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of South Alabama College Of Medicine in 2017.

NPI Number

Dr. West's NPI number is 1679009302.

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Dr. James West's office is located at 833 Princeton Ave SW Ste 200A, Birmingham, AL, 35211.
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