Summary

Dr. James Wu specializes in thoracic surgery, cardiovascular surgery, and cardiovascular disease. He earned his medical degree from the University of Chicago Division of Biological Sciences Pritzker School of Medicine and completed his residency at Loyola University Medical Center. With 33 years of experience in cardiac and thoracic care, Dr. Wu speaks both English and Chinese.

Dr. Wu practices at Lehigh Valley Hospital 17th Street and sees patients in Allentown, Pennsylvania. He treats patients with conditions such as angina, acute coronary syndrome, and aortic aneurysms. His surgical expertise includes aneurysm repair surgery and aortic dissection repair. Dr. Wu also works with the Advanced Heart Failure and Mechanical Circulatory Support Program. Patients rate him 4.2 out of 5 stars on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.2
  • 33 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Chinese
  • Loyola University Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

LVH Cardiac and Thoracic Surgery-1250 Cedar Crest

1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 310Allentown, PA 18103
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. James K. Wu, MDDr. Louis ChaiDr. Lisa A. BevilacquaDr. Steven Zelenkofske, DO
Thoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryThoracic SurgeryCardiovascular Disease
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4.2 
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33 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 41 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Chinese
Allentown , PAPhiladelphia , PAPhiladelphia , PAAllentown , PA
Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Med School: Renaissance School Of Medicine At Stony Brook University Med School: Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. James K. Wu

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth Caritas
  • AmeriHealth Caritas - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Cenpatico
  • Cigna
  • Devoted Health
  • EmblemHealth
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Health Partners Plans (Pennsylvania)
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • Humana
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Keystone First
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. James K. Wu has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. James K. Wu has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Aneurysm
  • Cardiologist
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Diabetes Complications
  • Infectious Disease
  • Thoracic Surgeon
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Malformations

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Pennsylvania, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Loyola University Medical Center

Medical School

Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of MedicineGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. James Wu speak?
Dr. James Wu speaks English and Chinese.
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Does Dr. James Wu accept my insurance?
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