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Dr. James Sinclair, MD

Medical Oncology*
3.6 (13)
Map Pin Small La Jolla, CA
Accepting new patients
43 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. James Sinclair, MD

Dr. James Sinclair, MD is a Medical Oncology Specialist in La Jolla, CA. They specialize in Medical Oncology, has 43 years of experience, and is board certified in Hematology. They graduated from University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health and is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla and Scripps Green Hospital. Patients rated Dr. Sinclair an average 3.6 star rating.

Dr. Sinclair works at Practice in La Jolla, CA with other offices in Fresno, CA. They frequently treat conditions like Lung Cancer along with other conditions at varying frequencies. They are accepting new patients and accept CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield and Humana 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. Sinclair's Office Locations

  1. 1
    San Diego Pacific Oncology and Hematology Associates Inc.
    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 830, La Jolla, CA 92037 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 309-6585
  2. 2
    Ccare
    7130 N Millbrook Ave, Fresno, CA 93720 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (559) 326-1222
  3. 3
    California Cancer Associates for Research and Excellence Inc.
    9850 Genesee Ave Ste 560, La Jolla, CA 92037 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 552-1410

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  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
  • Scripps Green Hospital

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    3.6
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    Specialties*
    • Medical Oncology

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    Years of Experience
    • 43 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1356300230
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    Education & Certifications

    Fellowship
    • University Of California, San Diego, Hematology/Oncology
    Fellowship
    Internship
    • University Of California, San Diego, Dept Of Medicine
    Internship
    Medical Education
    • University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • University of Wisconsin, Madison
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Hematology, Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology
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    Dr. James Sinclair, MD is accepting new patients on Healthline FindCare. You can check to see if Dr. Sinclair is offering online scheduling or call the provider’s office for more information.

    Dr. Sinclair has indicated that they do offer telehealth services. Please call the provider’s office at for more information.

    Dr. Sinclair has seen patients for Lung Cancer, and more. You can see other conditions treated by Dr. Sinclair on their profile. Please call the provider’s office to confirm all visit reasons.

    13 patients have reviewed Dr. Sinclair. The overall rating for this provider is 3.6. You can read verified reviews and ratings and leave your own review based on your experience with Dr. Sinclair.

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