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Dr. James Jakowatz, MD

General Surgery*
4.9 (323)
Map Pin Small Orange, CA
Accepting new patients
46 years of experience

Overview of Dr. James Jakowatz, MD

Dr. James Jakowatz, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Orange, CA. They specialize in General Surgery, has 46 years of experience, and is board certified in General Surgery. They graduated from University of Kansas School of Medicine and is affiliated with UCI Medical Center. Patients rated Dr. Jakowatz an average 4.9 star rating.

Dr. Jakowatz works at Practice in Orange, CA with other offices in Long Beach, CA. They are accepting new patients and accept Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Cross Blue Shield as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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Dr. Jakowatz's Office Locations

  1. 1
    Office
    101 The City Dr S Bldg 56RT, Orange, CA 92868 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (714) 456-8171
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    Va Long Beach Healthcare System
    5901 E 7th St, Long Beach, CA 90822 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (562) 826-8000
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    Closed Open 24 Hours
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    Office
    101 The City Dr S Bldg 23, Orange, CA 92868 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (714) 456-8000
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed

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  • UCI Medical Center

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    4.9
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    Based on 323 ratings
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    About Dr. James Jakowatz, MD

    Specialties*
    • General Surgery

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    Years of Experience
    • 46 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1649225384
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    Education & Certifications

    Medical Education
    • University of Kansas School of Medicine
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    Board Certifications
    • General Surgery
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