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Dr. James Bittner, MD

Robotic Surgery*
3.5 (12)
Map Pin Small Rocky Hill, CT
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20 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. James Bittner, MD

Dr. James Bittner, MD is a Robotic Surgery Specialist in Rocky Hill, CT. They specialize in Robotic Surgery, has 20 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine and is affiliated with Saint Francis Hospital. Dr. Bittner, completed a residency at Augusta University Medical College of Georgia. Patients rated Dr. Bittner an average 3.5 star rating.

Dr. Bittner works at Practice in Rocky Hill, CT with other offices in Hartford, CT and Suffolk, VA. They frequently treat conditions like Obesity along with other conditions at varying frequencies. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Bittner's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Rocky Hill Imaging Center LLC
    476 Cromwell Ave, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (860) 714-7128
  2. 2
    Collaborative Laboratory Services-mount Sinai Campus
    114 Woodland St, Hartford, CT 06105 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (860) 241-0870
  3. 3
    Sentara Vascular Specialists - Godwin Boulevard
    2790 Godwin Blvd Ste 305, Suffolk, VA 23434 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (757) 934-4222
  4. 4
    Trinity Health of New England Medical Group - Gen and Laparoscopic Surgery
    1000 Asylum Ave Ste 4302, Hartford, CT 06105 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (860) 241-0870

Hospital Affiliations
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  • Saint Francis Hospital

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Obesity
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Obesity
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Incisional Hernia
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Abdominal Pain
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gastroparesis
Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Duodenal Polypectomy
Endoscopy (Esophagus, Stomach, Small Intestine)
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Abdominal Disorders
Abdominal Hernia
Adrenal Cortex Diseases
Adrenal Gland Hyperfunction
Alcoholic Cirrhosis
Alcoholic Fatty Liver
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Barretts Esophagus with Dysplasia
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Benign Peptic Ulcer
Bowel Strangulation
Cholecystitis
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Cholelithiasis
Colorectal Polyp
Congenital Achalasia
Congenital Anomaly Esophagus
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic Hernia, Congenital
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Motility Disorders
Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastrointestinal Perforation
Generalized Obesity
Hernia
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Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hyperaldosteronism
Ileus
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Inguinal Hernia with Gangrene
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Meckel's Diverticulum
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cystic Lesions
Pancreatic Pseudocyst
Pediatric Obesity
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Pheochromocytoma
Pleural Effusion
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Small Intestine Cancer
Spleen Disorders
Splenomegaly
Stomach Diseases
Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Hernia
Ulcer
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Umbilical Hernia with Gangrene
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Acid Reflux Surgery
Advanced Robotic Surgery
Arterial Catheterization with Robotic Assist
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Bile Duct Procedure
Cholecystectomy with Robotic Assist
Cholecystoenterostomy
Colectomy
da Vinci® Robotic Surgery
Distal Pancreatectomy
Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn
Endoscopic Zenker's Diverticulum Surgery
Esophageal Dilatation
Esophageal pH Monitoring
Esophageal Surgery
Esophagogastroscopy
Esophagomyotomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Banding, Laparoscopic
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastric Sleeve Surgery
Gastric Tube Insertion
Gastrointestinal Surgery
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Adrenal Surgery
Laparoscopic Adrenalectomy
Laparoscopic Bariatric Surgery
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Removal of Stones from Biliary Tract
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Splenectomy
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Medical Management of Acid Reflux
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Percutaneous Edoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG)
Port Placements or Replacements
Post Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Skin Grafts
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Venous Thrombectomy
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wound Repair
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    3.5
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    About Dr. James Bittner, MD

    Specialties*
    • Robotic Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 20 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1215058870
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • Washington University School of Medicine
    Fellowship
    Residency
    • Augusta University Medical College of Georgia
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
    Medical Education
    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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    Dr. Bittner has seen patients for Obesity, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Bittner on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    12 patients have reviewed Dr. Bittner. The overall rating for this provider is 3.5. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Bittner.

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