Overview
Board certification:Vascular Surgery, American Board of SurgeryUndergraduate:Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PAMedical School:New York University School of Medicine, New York, New YorkResidency in Surgery:New York / Presbyterian Hospital, Columbia University Campus, New York, New YorkFellowship in Vascular and Endovascular Surgery:Mt. Sinai Hospital, New York, New YorkDr. James A. Burks, Jr, MD, FACS, specializes in the treatment of vascular diseases including abdominal aortic aneurysms, carotid artery blockages, peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and varicose veins. He has a special interest in preventing amputation of the legs and feet using minimally invasive techniques for the treatment of blocked leg arteries. He has been named by Castle Connolly and Los Angeles Magazine as one of LA's Top Doctors for 2018, one of only 3 vascular surgeons in the San Fernando Valley to be named. He is married and is the proud father of two teenagers.
Dr. Burks is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Varicose Veins, Peptic Ulcer, Cellulitis, and Carotid Artery Surgery.
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16917 Enadia Way, Van Nuys, CA 91406
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James A. Burks
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James A. Burks?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James A. Burks by calling their office at 818-401-1010. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James A. Burks a top-rated expert for Gangrene?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James A. Burks is classified as an Distinguished expert for Gangrene, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. James A. Burks specialize in?
While Dr. James A. Burks is a Vascular Surgery, they have specific expertise in Gangrene, Varicose Veins, and Peptic Ulcer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Vascular Surgery.
Does Dr. James A. Burks accept my insurance?
Dr. James A. Burks accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 818-401-1010 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- CellulitisDr. Burks isDistinguished. Learn about Cellulitis.
- GangreneDr. Burks isDistinguished. Learn about Gangrene.
- Peptic UlcerDr. Burks isDistinguished. Learn about Peptic Ulcer.
- Stasis Dermatitis and UlcersDr. Burks isDistinguished. Learn about Stasis Dermatitis and Ulcers.
- Varicose VeinsDr. Burks isDistinguished. Learn about Varicose Veins.
- Advanced
- Arterial InsufficiencyDr. Burks isAdvanced. Learn about Arterial Insufficiency.
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Burks isAdvanced. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Burks isAdvanced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Idiopathic EdemaDr. Burks isAdvanced. Learn about Idiopathic Edema.
- Peripheral Artery DiseaseDr. Burks isAdvanced. Learn about Peripheral Artery Disease.
- Experienced
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA)Dr. Burks isExperienced. Learn about Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA).
- Arterial EmbolismDr. Burks isExperienced. Learn about Arterial Embolism.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Burks isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Carotid Artery DiseaseDr. Burks isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Disease.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Burks isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Lemierre SyndromeDr. Burks isExperienced. Learn about Lemierre Syndrome.