Summary

Dr. James Whalen is a family medicine physician with five decades of experience providing comprehensive care to patients of all ages. He completed his medical education at Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of Medicine, bringing extensive knowledge gained over 50 years of practice to his patient care. Dr. Whalen is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve diverse communities effectively.

Dr. Whalen practices at multiple locations throughout Council Bluffs, Iowa, and maintains affiliations with Chi Health Mercy Corning Hospital. His expertise includes managing mood disorders in children and treating chronic lung conditions such as bronchitis. He also provides counseling services and performs procedures like surgical nail removal when needed. Patients consistently rate Dr. Whalen highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.8 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.8
  • 50 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Mem Univ Of Newfoundland Fac Of Med
  • 4 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. James Lindsay Whalen has 5 locations

Alegent Creighton Clinic

1751 Madison AveCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

Chi Health Clinic Valley View

1288 Valley View DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. James Lindsay Whalen

1288 Valley View Dr Medical Building One Ste 110Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Chi Health Mercy Hospital Council Bluffs

800 Mercy DrCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital

933 E Pierce StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503

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Med School: Mem Univ Of Newfoundland Fac Of Med
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James Lindsay Whalen

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medica - PPO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. James Lindsay Whalen has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James Lindsay Whalen has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

50 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Mem Univ Of Newfoundland Fac Of Med in 1976.

NPI Number

Dr. Whalen's NPI number is 1073663076.

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Dr. James Lindsay Whalen is affiliated with Chi Health Mercy Corning Hospital.
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Dr. James Lindsay Whalen's office is located at 1751 Madison Ave, Council Bluffs, IA, 51503.
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