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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vela, Gastroenterologist in New City, NY?
Dr. James Vela, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New City, NY. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Vela graduated from Universidad Central Del Ecuador, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas and completed his residency at Our Lady Of Mercy Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vela is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vela’s office at (845) 362-3200.
Where did Dr. Vela go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Our Lady Of Mercy Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Our Lady of The Lake Program
Medical School: University Central Del Ecuador, Esc De Med, Fac De Cien Med, Quito, Ecuador | Universidad San Francisco De Quito | Universidad Central Del Ecuador, Facultad De Ciencias Medicas
Is Dr. Vela board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. James Vela, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vela speak?
Dr. Vela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Vela typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, conditions treated by Dr. James Vela may include:
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Celiac Disease
- Constipation
- Crohn's Disease
- Diarrhea
- Diverticulitis
- Excessive Gas
- Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency
Please contact Dr. Vela's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Vela typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Vela may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Vela's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vela accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Vela's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Vela's office located?
What is Dr. Vela's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699779298.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vela?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vela
What is Dr. James Vela's specialty?
Dr. Vela is a Gastroenterologist near New City, NY.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. James Vela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vela is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Suffern, Ny which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is James Vela accepting new patients in New City, NY?
Yes, Dr. James Vela is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Vela offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vela's office at (845) 362-3200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Vela?
Please contact Dr. Vela's office at (845) 362-3200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Vela have?
Dr. James Vela is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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