Overview
"Dr. James Drake is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. He earned his undergraduate degree in chemistry and psychology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign in Urbana, IL. He completed his medical degree at the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor, MI. He went on the complete his residency in general surgery at the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Peoria, IL. Dr. Drake's medical interests and procedures include the following: Hernia - complex, usual, parastomal, robotic Lumps and bumps: abscesses, skin grafts, some wound, skin cancer, masses, Hidradenitis suppurativa Gallbladder Colonoscopy and EGD Colon - cancer, diverticulitis, colostomy/ileostomy Annorectal - hemorrhoids, fissures, fistulas, prolapse Foregut - hiatal hernia, anti-reflex surgery, gastroparesis Spleen G tube or J tube placement Lysis of adhesions, bowel resection BKA or AKA Benign or infectious breast Adrenal conditions. When he is not working, Dr. Drake enjoys spending time with his family and pets. He also enjoys cooking. ""I enjoy helping my patients improve their health. It gives me satisfaction when I am able to relieve their pain or easing their anxiety.""".
His clinical expertise encompasses Hemorrhoids, Rectal Prolapse, Gallbladder Cancer, and Hernia Surgery.
Dr. Drake is board certified in ACLS Certification , Wisconsin Medical Examining Board, Drug Enforcement Administration , and BLS Certification . Dr. Drake is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
3200 E. Racine St., Janesville, WI 53546
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Drake has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
University Hospital
Herbert Chen is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Madison, Wisconsin. Dr. Chen is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Hyperplasia, Thyroidectomy, and Parathyroidectomy. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.
East Madison Hospital Endocrine Surgery Clinic
Rebecca Sippel, MD, is a UW Health surgeon. She’s also a professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health in the Department of Surgery.Dr. Sippel treats people with disorders involving their hormones and the endocrine glands that make those hormones. She performs surgery on the thyroid (small gland at the base of the neck), parathyroid (pea-sized glands behind the thyroid) and adrenal glands (on top of the kidneys).Dr. Sippel has a special interest in treating people who need a second parathyroid surgery to correct a procedure performed elsewhere. She also manages thyroid cancer and works to help her patients live high-quality lives.When meeting with patients, Dr. Sippel listens closely as they describe their symptoms. She considers their test results and makes a diagnosis. Then, she educates her patients about their endocrine conditions. She answers questions and outlines treatment options, either surgical or nonsurgical, so they can make the best decisions about their care.To help ensure successful outcomes for her patients, Dr. Sippel also conducts research involving endocrine surgery.Away from the clinic, Dr. Sippel enjoys spending time with her family.It’s so rewarding to see patients after surgery and find out how much better they feel. Dr. Sippel is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hyperparathyroidism, Thyroid Cancer, Parathyroid Adenoma, Parathyroidectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Sippel is board certified in Surgery. Dr. Sippel is currently accepting new patients.
Clinical Cancer Center - Froedtert Hospital
Douglas B. Evans, MD, is an independent general surgeon at Ascension Wisconsin in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Dr. Evans provides surgical care to patients of all ages. He delivers advanced surgical treatments using minimally invasive and robotic-assisted technology to repair abdominal conditions and other injuries. Robotic-assisted and minimally invasive surgery may lead to a faster recovery, shorter hospital stay, and less scarring. Dr. Evans is highly rated in 26 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Thyroidectomy. Dr. Evans is board certified in The American Board Of Surgery - General Surgery and Surgery. Dr. Evans is currently accepting new patients.
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What conditions does Dr. James E. Drake specialize in?
While Dr. James E. Drake is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hemorrhoids, Hernia Surgery, and Rectal Prolapse. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. James E. Drake accept my insurance?
Dr. James E. Drake accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 608-260-3415 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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