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Dr. James Choo, MD

Dr. James Choo, MD

Pain Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. James Choo, MD is a pain medicine physician in Knoxville, TN and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Tn Health Sci Center in 2004. He is affiliated with medical facilities Parkwest Medical Center and Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 40 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (40 reviews)

Practice

1128 E Weisgarber Rd Ste 100 Knoxville, TN 37909
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Choo specializes in the areas of Anesthesiology & Pain Medicine. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Choo's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Choo

3.2

40 ratings, 12 with a written review
5 Star
53%
53%
4 Star
0%
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3 Star
3%
3%
2 Star
3%
3%
1 Star
43%
43%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sonya Lee – Apr 06, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
13 people found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa A. – Jun 14, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
9 people found this helpful
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ActuallyItsMe – Aug 07, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
6 people found this helpful
Helpful
Marilyn Maines – Jul 28, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
Jul 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
Helpful
Zoe – May 15, 2020
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
R.bingham in TN – Feb 15, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Feb 05, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
11 people found this helpful
Helpful
CKB in TN – Jan 09, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kodak – Feb 04, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Ann in Oak Ridge, TN – Apr 07, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Angela P in Oak Ridge, TN – May 03, 2016
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About Me

biography

James J. Choo, MD is a native of Knoxville, TN.  He graduated from Emory University in 1999 with a Bachelor of Science in Anthropology, and received a Doctor of Medicine degree in 2004 from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center...read more
  • Pain Medicine

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  • Ochsner Clin Fdn Hospital

    Internship Hospital
  • University Of Tn Health Sci Center

    Medical School, 2004
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
Anesthesiology
Pain Medicine
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.
  • Morphine and high-fat diet differentially alter the gut microbiota composition and metabolic function in lean versus obese mice, 2022-08-05

Locations

Practice

Pain Consultants of East Tennessee PLLC1128 E Weisgarber Rd Ste 100 Knoxville, TN 37909
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office220 Fort Sanders West Blvd Ste 308 Knoxville, TN 37922
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Practice

Office1540 Member Ln Ste 100 Knoxville, TN 37909
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

Office575 Oak Ridge Tpke Ste 110 Oak Ridge, TN 37830
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  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Parkwest Medical Center

    9352 Park West Blvd
    Knoxville, TN 37923
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Methodist Medical Center of Oak Ridge

    990 Oak Ridge Tpke
    Oak Ridge, TN 37830
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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