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Dr. James Decaestecker, DO

Trauma Surgery* Age 55
Dr. James Decaestecker, DO
4.2 (58 Ratings)
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Dr. James Decaestecker, DO is a Trauma Surgery Specialist in Englewood, OH.
Dr. James Decaestecker, DO
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Dr. James Decaestecker, DO

Trauma Surgery* Age 55
Englewood, OH
Accepting new patients
29 years of experience
Dr. James Decaestecker, DO is a Trauma Surgery Specialist in Englewood, OH.

About

Dr. Decaestecker graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995 and completed a residency at Hahnemann University Hospital.Dr. James Decaestecker, DO is a Trauma Surgery Specialist in Englewood, OH and has 29 years experience. Dr. Decaestecker currently practices at Gem City Surgeons and are affiliated with Upper Valley Medical Center and Miami Valley Hospital. Dr. Decaestecker has experience treating conditions like Intestinal Obstruction among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Decaestecker received an average rating of 4.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 58 times. Dr. Decaestecker's office accepts new patients. Dr. Decaestecker is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Locations

  1. 1 Gem City Surgeons at Miami Valley Hospital North Campus
    9000 N Main St Ste 233, Englewood, OH 45415
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 16:30

Experience and Background Check

Intestinal Obstruction
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Intestinal Obstruction
Gallbladder Removal
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Gallstones
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inguinal Hernia
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Lipomas
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Pelvic Abscess
Proctoptosis
Rectal Prolapse
Ventral Hernia
Colectomy
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastrotomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Salpingo Oopherectomy
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Vaginal Prolapse Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wedge Resection Colon
Wound Repair
Acute Bowel Infarction
Anal Fissure
Anorectal Abscess
Anorectal Fistula
Appendicitis
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Mediastinal Tumor
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Bowel Strangulation
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Burn Injuries
Cholangiocarcinoma
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Crohn's Disease
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Cancer
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroparesis
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hidradenitis
Hyperparathyroidism
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Intestinal Fistula
Ischemic Colitis
Liver Cancer
Lung Cancer
Neoplasm of Gastrointestinal Tract
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Parathyroid (Gland) Tumor: Other than Malignant
Parathyroid Cancer
Partial Lung Collapse
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Phlebitis and Thrombophlebitis
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rectovaginal Fistula
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Sclerosing Mesenteritis
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach Cancer
Testicular Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Traumatic Brain Injury
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Adjacent Tissue Transfer
Anal Fistulectomy or Fistulotomy
Arteriovenostomy for Renal Dialysis
Arteriovenous Shunt Creation
Atherectomy
Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
Bile Duct Procedure
Biliary Drainage
Biopsy of Breast
Bunion Surgery
Colectomy Laparoscopic
Colectomy Sigmoidectomy with Robotic Assist
Colostomy
Destruction of Anal Tumor
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Esophagomyotomy
Esophagomyotomy with Robotic Assist
Excision
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Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Rectal Tumor
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Femoral Hernia Repair, Open
Gastric Bypass Surgery
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Hemigastrectomy
Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy Robotic Assist
Laparoscopic Excision or Destruction of Ovary
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Sigmoidectomy With Robotic Assistance
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparotomy
Liver Biopsy
Lumpectomy
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Orchiectomy
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair Robotic Assist
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Procetectomy With Robotic Assist
Proctectomy
Proctosigmoidoscopy
Puncture Aspiration
Removal of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Renal Transplant
Revision of Arteriovenous Shunt for Renal Dialysis
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Salpingectomy with Robotic Assist
Skin Grafts
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Thoracentesis
Thyroidectomy
Tracheal Surgery
Umbilical Hernia Repair Open
Varicose Vein Procedure
Ventral Hernia Repair Open

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Decaestecker
4.2
Based on 58 Reviews
5 Stars (41)
4 Stars (4)
3 Stars (4)
2 Stars (3)
1 Star (6)

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Jun 13, 2023
The staff was excellent. The receptionist was so kind. The nurse that I saw and the scheduler were wonderful.
— Jun 13, 2023
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About Me

Biography
  • Dr. James Decaestecker, DO is a trauma surgery specialist in Englewood, OH and has over 28 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 1995. He specializes in Trauma Surgery, Colorectal Surgery, and more.
Biography
Specialties*
Trauma Surgery
Colorectal Surgery
General Surgery
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Education

Medical Education

Medical Education
  • Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    1995
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School
    1996
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Hahnemann University Hospital
    2001
Residency Hospital

Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Hahnemann University Hospital
    2001
Fellowship Hospital
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Decaestecker, DO. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Decaestecker's profile.

Dr. Decaestecker frequently treats the following conditions: Intestinal Obstruction. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. James Decaestecker, DO is affiliated with Upper Valley Medical Center and Miami Valley Hospital.

Yes, Dr. James Decaestecker, DO holds board certification in General Surgery.

Dr. Decaestecker has over 29 years of healthcare experience.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Upper Valley Medical Center

    3130 N County Road 25A, Troy, OH

  • Miami Valley Hospital

    1 Wyoming St, Dayton, OH

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