Dr. Kyle L. James, MD | Lake Charles, LA | Emergency Medicine Physician

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Dr. James graduated from the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine in 1997. He works in Lake Charles, LA and specializes in Emergency Medicine. Dr. James is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital.

3.2

9 Ratings
29 years of experience
37 insurance plans accepted
TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
5 written reviews
1 specialty
3 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

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

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Dr. James' Ratings and Reviews

3.2

9 Ratings with 5 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 15 Minutes

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Gave an accurate diagnosis: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Had a good bedside manner: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Spent time with me: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (2)
Provided follow-up after the visit: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (1)
Flexible scheduling: (3) Did WellNeeds Improvement (0)
Saw me in a timely manner: No Ratings
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Dr. Kyle James is the biggest A-hole I have EVER MET. Very insensitive and rude and he’ll do it with a big fat smile on his face. DO NOT GO TO HIM AT LAKE AREA HOSPITAL. I cannot believe they have this man employed or that he’s even in this field of work. He only wants you in and out and to take your money. THATS IT. He WILL make you feel like an inconvenience. He has no passion for his job or compassion for others. Truly a sickening man.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
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August 24th, 2023

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He’s a great ER doctor. See him if you have a choice. He’s smart, asks questions, and most importantly is right in his diagnosis. Very friendly and easy to talk to.

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Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
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June 29th, 2022

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This doctor took his time with me, explained his diagnosis in detail. He had a great bedside manner, he is there to do a job and move on to the next patient. I was pleased with the service I received. Doctors are here to get us better, not to cher-cher baby us. Was he quick...yes...was he thorough...yes...did he do his job...absolutely.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

November 19th, 2012

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I think the ladies comments on this medical Doctor are less then true ! I have seen Dr James many times and he has always been very nice and very good to children of all ages ! Not only that but he is very good about explaining in detail to parents on what he is doing. I have always been happy with him. Not only that but he used the glue method on my daughter and the scar hardly shows it sounds to me this comment was extremly judged by nothing but bad judgement.

Did Well

Gave an accurate diagnosis
Had a good bedside manner
Spent time with me
Provided follow-up after the visit
Flexible scheduling

Needs Improvement

October 1st, 2011

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Our child had a 1 1/2in cut and his advise was to have the cut glue so it's less cost efficient and wont scar as bad. Not only our bill was $1,000 but after 6 months, my child have the most horrific scar. Not to mention he was so not friendly at all, rough and careless with my toddler.

Did Well

Needs Improvement

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

June 8th, 2011

Lake Area Medical Center

4200 Nelson RdLake Charles, LA 70605


Dr. Kyle Lee James, MD	Dr. Jane Ann Smeck, MD	Dr. Foster Clinton Kordisch III, MD	Jeffrey Mark Ebin
Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine	Emergency Medicine

3.2 (9 Ratings)	5 (1 Rating)	2 (4 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
29 Years of Experience	45 Years of Experience	28 Years of Experience	7 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
	Speaks English, Spanish	Speaks English
Lake Charles , LA	Lake Charles , LA	Lafayette , LA	Lake Charles , LA
Med School: TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE	Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical Center Soutwestern Medical School	Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans	Med School: Ross University School Of Medicine
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Emergency Medicine

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Graduated from TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE in 1997.

NPI Number

Dr. James' NPI number is 1194764464.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Kyle James affiliated with?: Dr. Kyle James is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital.
Where is Dr. Kyle James's office located?: Dr. Kyle James's office is located at 4200 Nelson Rd, Lake Charles, LA, 70605.

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