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Dr. Paul James, MD

Dr. Paul James, MD

General Surgery*

Dr. Paul James, MD is a general surgeon in Houston, TX. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center and HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Hospital Highlight

Dr. James is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland Pearland, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. James specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalGastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Good CommunicationPatients said there was good doctor communication at the hospital. See hospitals

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Dr. James' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. James

3.8

10 ratings, 3 with a written review
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1 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
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Patient – Jan 24, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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J Gibbs in Houston, TX – Oct 12, 2016
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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
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
Helpful
Helen Stankus in Bridge City, TX – Sep 13, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Paul James, MD is a general surgeon in Houston, TX. He is affiliated with medical facilities HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center and HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland. He is accepting new patients.
  • General Surgery

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  • Meharry Medical College

    Medical School
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada®
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
General Surgery
Self designated 
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  • English

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  • Tigrinya

Affiliated Hospitals

  • HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland

    11100 Shadow Creek Pkwy
    Pearland, TX 77584
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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.

    79%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    8% lower than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • HCA Houston Healthcare Medical Center

    1313 Hermann Dr
    Houston, TX 77004
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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