Dr. James McCallum, MD
Dr. James McCallum, MD is a diabetes & metabolism endocrinologist in La Jolla, CA. Dr. McCallum has extensive experience in Osteoporosis & Screening, Thyroid Disorders, and Diabetes & Glucose Monitoring. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego. He is not accepting new patients.
Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion
9898 Genesee Ave La Jolla, CA 92037Make an Appointment
Hospital Highlight
Dr. McCallum is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital La Jolla, a highly rated hospital.
At a Glance
- Area of ExpertiseDr. McCallum specializes in the area of Diabetes, Metabolism & Endocrinology. • See board certifications
- Offers TelehealthThis doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
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Dr. McCallum's Reviews
Likelihood to recommend Dr. McCallum
| 5 star | 57% | 57% |
| 4 star | 4% | 4% |
| 3 star | 0% | 0% |
| 2 star | 9% | 9% |
| 1 star | 30% | 30% |
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- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
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- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
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- 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
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How was your experience with Dr. McCallum?Overall Patient Satisfaction
Likelihood of recommending Dr. McCallum to family and friends is 3.4782608 out of 5
About Me
care philosophy
James McCallum, MD, specializes in general endocrinology with clinical interests in diabetes mellitus and disorders of the thyroid. Dr McCallum believes in forming strong, patient-centered partnerships. He seeks to provide his patients with the...read morebiography
James McCallum, MD, specializes in general endocrinology with clinical interests in diabetes mellitus and disorders of the thyroid. Dr. McCallum believes in forming strong, patient-centered partnerships. He seeks to provide his patients with the...read moreEndocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
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Summa Health Systems Hospitals
Residency Hospital, 1994Scripps Clinic/scripps Green Hospital
Fellowship Hospital, 1994Summa Health Systems Hospitals
Internship Hospital, 1991
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Locations
Scripps Clinic John R. Anderson V Medical Pavilion
Affiliated Hospitals
- Recipient of 29
hospital awardsSurgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all awardsAmerica’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
91%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home7% higher than the national average
85%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well9% higher than the national average
- Recipient of 15
hospital awardsOutstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all awardsSurgical Care Excellence Award™ (2024)
Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions
View all patient feedbackHow patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
87%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home3% higher than the national average
81%Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well5% higher than the national average
- View all patient feedback
How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.
89%Patients said they were given information about recovering at home2% higher than the national average
82%Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well4% higher than the national average
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