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James A. Dickerson II, MD, received his undergraduate degree from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1994. He earned his medical degree from the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences in Bethesda, Maryland, and completed his residency at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Dickerson also completed a Fellowship in Minimally Invasive and Bariatric Surgery at Duke University Medical Center in Durham, North Carolina in 2011. He is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and the American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgeons. Dr. Dickerson served as the Chief of General Surgery at both Carl R. Darnall and Brooke Army Medical Center, and served as Surgery Program Director at Brooke Army Medical Center for three years. He retired from the Army as a Colonel after 25 years of service.Services:Full-service bariatric surgery (laparoscopic, robotic, and revisional)Complex hernia and abdominal wall reconstructionHeller myotomy for treatment of AchalasiaFull scope of anti-reflux surgeryGeneral surgery including open, laparoscopic, and robotic surgeryWound careMedical School: Uniformed Services University of the Health SciencesResidency: Brooke Army Medical CenterFellowship: Duke University Medical Center.
His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Obesity, Umbilical Hernia, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.
Dr. Dickerson is currently accepting new patients.
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17350 St. Luke's Way, Suite 200 (MAC II), The Woodlands, TX 77384
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James Dickerson
Is Dr. James Dickerson a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Dickerson is classified as an Experienced expert for Hernia, 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 Dickerson specialize in?
While Dr. James Dickerson is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Obesity, and Umbilical Hernia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. James Dickerson accept my insurance?
Dr. James Dickerson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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