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Summary
Dr. James Zalez is a surgeon specializing in thoracic surgery, focusing on conditions affecting the chest, lungs, and related structures. He earned his medical degree from the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine and has been practicing for 39 years. Dr. Zalez speaks English.
Dr. Zalez maintains affiliations with Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center, Providence Saint Johns Health Center, and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, with practice locations in Downey, Santa Monica, and Glendale, California. He treats conditions such as cellulitis and joint pain. His procedural expertise includes extremity X-rays and both surgical and non-surgical nail removal techniques.
Dr. Zalez maintains affiliations with Glendale Memorial Hospital and Health Center, Providence Saint Johns Health Center, and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, with practice locations in Downey, Santa Monica, and Glendale, California. He treats conditions such as cellulitis and joint pain. His procedural expertise includes extremity X-rays and both surgical and non-surgical nail removal techniques.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 39 years of experience
- speaks English
- University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 2 areas of expertise
- 3 hospital affiliations
- 4 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. James P Zalez has 4 locationsKaiser Permanente Surgery
9449 Imperial HwyDowney, CA 90242 Tel: (562) 657-2751
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
Glendale Memorial Hospital And Health Center
1420 S Central AveGlendale, CA 91204 Tel: (818) 502-1900
Providence Saint Johns Health Center
2121 Santa Monica BlvdSanta Monica, CA 90404 Tel: (310) 829-5511
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| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 39 Years of Experience | 26 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience | 36 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English, Spanish |
| Downey , CA | Elk Grove , CA | Long Beach , CA | Los Angeles , CA |
| Med School: University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of Medicine | Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine | Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California | Med School: New York Medical College |
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Medical Specialties
Dr. James P Zalez has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. James P Zalez has the following 2 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
39 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
University Of Illinois At Chicago College Of MedicineGraduated in 1987
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Which hospitals is Dr. James Zalez affiliated with?
- Dr. James Zalez is affiliated with Glendale Memorial Hospital And Health Center, Providence Saint Johns Health Center, and Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center.
- Does Dr. James Zalez accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. James Zalez accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Does Dr. James Zalez accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. James Zalez has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Dr. James Zalez's office located?
- Dr. James Zalez's office is located at 9449 Imperial Hwy, Downey, CA, 90242.
- What languages does Dr. James Zalez speak?
- Dr. James Zalez speaks English.
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