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Dr. James Rula, MD

General Surgery* Age 66
Dr. James Rula, MD
4.3 (36 Ratings)
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Dr. James Rula, MD is a General Surgeon in Gilbert, AZ.
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Dr. James Rula, MD

General Surgery* Age 66
Gilbert, AZ
Accepting new patients
40 years of experience
Dr. James Rula, MD is a General Surgeon in Gilbert, AZ.

About

Dr. Rula graduated from University of Mississippi in 1984 and completed a residency at Phoenix Integtrated Surgical Residency General Surgery.Dr. James Rula, MD is a General Surgeon in Gilbert, AZ and has 40 years experience. Dr. Rula currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center. Dr. Rula has experience treating conditions like Inguinal Hernia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Rula received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 36 times. Dr. Rula's office accepts new patients. Dr. Rula is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Inguinal Hernia
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Inguinal Hernia
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Inguinal Hernia
Ventral Hernia Repair Open
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Abdominal Pain
Appendicitis
Breast Lump
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Hyperparathyroidism
Incisional Hernia
Lipomas
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Neuroendocrine Tumors
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Umbilical Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Parathyroidectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Thyroid Lobectomy
Thyroidectomy
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Abdominal Disorders
Abscess
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Adrenal Gland Cancer
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Aneurysm
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Anorectal Fistula
Appendix Disorders
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Tumor
Biliary Atresia
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Diseases
Cancer
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Carcinoma in Situ
Cholangiocarcinoma
Colorectal Cancer
Crohn's Disease
Ductal Carcinoma in Situ
Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diseases
Esophageal Fistula
Fracture
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Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Gastroparesis
Gynecologic Cancer
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Ileus
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Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Mass
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Osteosarcoma
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Pelvic Abscess
Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
Pulmonary Disease
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Stomach Diseases
Testicular Cancer
Thrombosis
Thyroid Disease
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcer
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Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Disease
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Vulvar Cancer
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Adrenalectomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Biopsy of Breast
Bone Marrow Biopsy
Breast Reconstruction
Breast Surgical Procedure
Colectomy
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision of Breast Tumor
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gastrectomy
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Jejunostomy Tube Placement
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparotomy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Lymphadenectomy With Robotic Assistance
Mastectomy
Minimally Invasive Surgery
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Orchiectomy
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Port Removal
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Sphincterotomy
Splenectomy
Thoracoscopic Wedge Resection
Thyroidectomy or Thyroid Lobectomy
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Aetna
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • United Healthcare
  • Curative EPO
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  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Cigna
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • AHCCCS - AZ Health Care Cost Containment System
  • Medicare
  • Humana
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Health Net
  • Golden Rule
  • AZ Foundation Medical Care (AZFMC) PPO
  • AHCCCS Medicaid
  • GEHA
  • CopperPoint Mutual Insurance Company
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • AARP

Locations

  1. 1 Arizona Advanced Surgery-Mesa
    726 N Greenfield Rd Ste 105, Gilbert, AZ 85234
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (602) 603-2458
    Monday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Thursday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Friday
    08:00 - 17:00
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
  2. 2 Corey L Detlefs MD
    2320 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (480) 969-4138
  3. 3 Office
    3367 S Mercy Rd Ste 210, Gilbert, AZ 85297
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (480) 969-4138

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rula
4.3
Based on 36 Reviews
5 Stars (30)
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1 Star (6)

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Aug 03, 2024
Have had many surgeries thru the years and can honestly say I wish I had Dr Rula do them all. I think he’s a wonderful Dr, knowledgeable, skillful, great bedside manner, and caring. Thank you Dr Rula.
— Aug 03, 2024
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Specialties*
General Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Mississippi
    1984
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Phoenix Integtrated Surgical Residency General Surgery
    1989
Residency Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Rula, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Rula's profile.

Dr. James Rula, MD is affiliated with Banner Desert Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Rula, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Banner Desert Medical Center

    1400 S Dobson Rd, Mesa, AZ