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Dr. James Cornell, MD

Dr. James Cornell, MD

Gastroenterology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. James Cornell, MD is a gastroenterologist in Allentown, PA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK / HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AT SYRACUSE in 1976. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus and Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.2 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 4.2 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1501 N Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 110 Allentown, PA 18104
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(610) 289-2172

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cornell is affiliated with St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus Bethlehem, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for gastroenterology.

Dr. Cornell is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Cornell specializes in the areas of Gastroenterology & Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Cornell's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cornell

4.2
10 ratings, 3 with a written review
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I’ve known Dr. Cornell For over 30 years. Initially I had worked with him in ICU at Sacred Heart in Allentown. I started going to him with medical issues and had him treat my mother. He is very knowledgeable, trustworthy and has a quirky sense of humor. I’m an RN and I wholeheartedly recommend Dr. Cornell!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Dan T. RN – Sep 22, 2020
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I had a 9am appointment for a colonoscopy, for which I was fully prepped, meaning I had cleaned out my bowels. When I showed up for the procedure, they then informed me they needed to change my appointment. So I ended up being more than ready for NOTHING!!! No appropriate effort was made to notify me in a timely fashion. INCOMPETENT!!!
What went well
  • Wait times
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
2 others found this helpful
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Disappointed in PA – Feb 20, 2019
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I have been his patient for 25-30 years. I am very confident with him. He is very thorough and discovered my problems immediately. While he is friendly, he doesn't waste time. As a matter of fact he has a full schedule and it takes a while to get an appointment. I suggest that you go in with a written list of questions. He tends to talk a lot and rather fast so you may forget what you want to ask. That's my only concern. Great Gastroenterologist!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
15 others found this helpful
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Apr 04, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I strive for health maintenance in the community and to serve patients with a broad variety of digestive health issues.

  • Gastroenterology

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • State University Of New York / Health Science Center At Syracuse

    Medical School, 1976
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Internal Medicine
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Dr. Cornell is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Gastroenterology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Eastern Pennsylvania Gastroenterology & Liver Specialists P C.1501 N Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 110 Allentown, PA 18104
    1
    Office451 Chew St Ste 401 Allentown, PA 18102
    2

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • St. Luke's Hospital-Bethlehem Campus

      801 Ostrum St
      Bethlehem, PA 18015
      Recipient of 45
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

      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

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg

      2545 Schoenersville Rd
      Bethlehem, PA 18017
      Recipient of 9
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

    • Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest

      1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd
      Allentown, PA 18103
      Recipient of 13
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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