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Dr. James Chao, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery* Age 62
Dr. James Chao, MD
3.6 (14 Ratings)
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Dr. James Chao, MD is a Plastic Surgeon in Encinitas, CA.
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Dr. James Chao, MD

Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery* Age 62
Encinitas, CA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
Dr. James Chao, MD is a Plastic Surgeon in Encinitas, CA.

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Dr. Chao graduated from New York University Grossman School of Medicine in 1993 and completed a residency at Nyu/Irps.Dr. James Chao, MD is a Plastic Surgeon in Encinitas, CA and has 31 years experience. Dr. Chao currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Memorial Hospital and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla. At present, Dr. Chao received an average rating of 3.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 14 times. Dr. Chao's office accepts new patients. Dr. Chao is board certified in Plastic Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Locations

  1. 1 James J. Chao MD Facs.
    499 N El Camino Real Ste C200, Encinitas, CA 92024
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 635-7800
  2. 2 Office
    8200 La Mesa Blvd, La Mesa, CA 91942
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  3. 3 Faculty Physicians and Surgeons of Llusm
    27699 Jefferson Ave Ste 201, Temecula, CA 92590
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  4. 4 Oasis MD
    8901 Activity Rd, San Diego, CA 92126
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3.6
Based on 14 Reviews
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Jun 15, 2017
Dr. James Chao and his entire staff are one of the most professional medical offices. He operated on both my hands so that I could continue to have full use of them. I have know him for many years and have trusted his judgement completely as he always has my best interests at heart.
Sally M. McKay in Oceanside, CA — Jun 15, 2017
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Specialties*
Cosmetic, Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • New York University Grossman School of Medicine
    1993
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Plastic Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

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  • Nyu/Irps
    1998
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  • New York University
    1999
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Chao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Chao's profile.

Dr. James Chao, MD is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Sharp Memorial Hospital and Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.

Yes, Dr. James Chao, MD holds board certification in Plastic Surgery.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

    354 Santa Fe Dr, Encinitas, CA

  • Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA

  • Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla

    9888 Genesee Ave, La Jolla, CA