Overview
Dr. James Field, who grew up in Spring, Texas, graduated summa cum laude from Texas A&M University with a Bachelor of Science degree in biomedical sciences. He earned his medical degree at UT Health San Antonio Long School of Medicine, where he also completed his internship and residency in general surgery. Board certified in surgery, Dr. Field is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He treats patients ages 16 and older, and his office provides translation for Spanish-speakers. His primary clinical interests are advanced laparoscopic and robotic surgery. He has extensive experience with laparoscopic procedures, including hernias, colectomies, reflux procedures, gall bladder and appendectomies. A strong proponent of laparoscopic and robotic surgery, Dr. Field believes that these minimally invasive approaches lead to faster recovery. His training and experience allow him to evaluate a patient, develop a clinical plan and communicate it to the patient and family members in a manner they can understand. His patients particularly value the time he spends with them, not only explaining the surgery but also answering their questions. They describe him as a personable, knowledgeable and skilled surgeon who takes good care of his patients. Dr. Field is married and lives in The Woodlands. Away from his practice he enjoys golf, traveling, good wine and collecting vintage watches.
Dr. Field is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hernia, Cholecystitis, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Hernia Surgery, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Field is currently accepting new patients.
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Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Field 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James Field
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James Field?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James Field by calling their office at 281-419-8400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James Field a top-rated expert for Hernia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James Field is classified as an Distinguished 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 Field specialize in?
While Dr. James Field is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Hernia, Cholecystitis, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. James Field accept my insurance?
Dr. James Field accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 281-419-8400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- HerniaDr. Field isDistinguished. Learn about Hernia.
- Advanced
- CholecystitisDr. Field isAdvanced. Learn about Cholecystitis.
- CholedocholithiasisDr. Field isAdvanced. Learn about Choledocholithiasis.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Field isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GallstonesDr. Field isAdvanced. Learn about Gallstones.
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Umbilical HerniaDr. Field isAdvanced. Learn about Umbilical Hernia.
- Experienced
- AcrospiromaDr. Field isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Field isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Field isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- CellulitisDr. Field isExperienced. Learn about Cellulitis.
- Childhood PancreatitisDr. Field isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Pancreatitis.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Field isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.