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Dr. James Sebesta, MD

Bariatric Medicine* Age 60
Dr. James Sebesta, MD
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Dr. James Sebesta, MD is a Bariatric Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA.
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Dr. James Sebesta, MD

Bariatric Medicine* Age 60
Tacoma, WA
Accepting new patients
Dr. James Sebesta, MD is a Bariatric Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA.

About

Dr. Sebesta graduated from Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda and completed a residency at Madigan Army Medical Center. Dr. James Sebesta, MD is a Bariatric Medicine Specialist in Tacoma, WA. Dr. Sebesta currently practices at MultiCare Center for Weight Loss & Wellness - Tacoma and are affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital. Dr. Sebesta has experience treating conditions like Obesity among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Sebesta received an average rating of 4.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 17 times. Dr. Sebesta's office accepts new patients. Dr. Sebesta is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Obesity
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Obesity
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Obesity
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Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Abdominal Disorders
Abdominal Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Appendicitis
Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Breast Cancer
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Colorectal Cancer
Constipation
Crohn's Disease
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Esophageal Cancer
Fracture
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Gallstones
Gastric Ulcer
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
Gastrointestinal Diseases
Hemorrhoids
Hiatal Hernia
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Abscess
Intestinal Obstruction
Ischemic Colitis
Lipomas
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Lung Cancer
Megacolon
Osteosarcoma
Partial Lung Collapse
Pediatric Obesity
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Arterial Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pulmonary Disease
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Ruptured Aortic Aneurysm
Secondary Malignancies
Soft Tissue Sarcoma
Stomach Diseases
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcerative Colitis
Umbilical Hernia
Unexplained Weight Loss
Varicose Veins
Vascular Disease
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Ventral Hernia
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Arteriovenous Fistula Repair
Bile Duct Procedure
Colectomy
Dressing and Debridement of Wound or Infection
Duodenal Polypectomy
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Excision of Skin Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision of Tracheal Tumor or Stenosis
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Fecal Impaction Removal
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastrectomy with Robotic Assist
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Revision Gastric Restrictive Procedure
Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Laparotomy
LINX® Reflux Management System
Open Appendectomy
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Port Placements or Replacements
Proctectomy
Puncture Aspiration
Pyloromyotomy
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Repair of Anal and Rectal Defects (Anoplasty, Repair of Imperforate Anus, Sphincteroplasty, Rectal Graft)
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Skin Grafts
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Splenectomy
Splenectomy and Splenorrhaphy
Stomach Surgery
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Transendoscopic Stent Placement
Vagotomy
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Vascular Surgical Procedure
Video-Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) or Thoracotomy
Wound Repair

Insurance Accepted

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  • Part B Primary
  • Cigna
  • US Family Health Plan
  • Aetna
  • Bridgespan
  • Amerigroup (Wellpoint)
  • Tricare
  • Kaiser Foundation Health Plan, Inc.
  • Choice Care PPO
  • Medicare Advantage HMO
  • Curative PPO Plus
    Curative EPO
    Curative PPO
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Uniform Medical Plan
  • Medicaid
  • HealthyBlue Advantage
  • Pacific Source
  • National (BlueCard) PPO
  • Medicare
  • MultiPlan PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)

Locations

  1. 1 MultiCare Center for Weight Loss & Wellness - Tacoma
    2202 S Cedar St Ste 300, Tacoma, WA 98405
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Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Sebesta
4.6
Based on 17 Reviews
5 Stars (15)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (1)
1 Star (1)

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Patient Reviews
Aug 26, 2024
My wife had major surgery from Dr Sebasta to remove a growth. It was not an easy procedure but it was successful. He and his staff were very available before and after the surgery to provide updates and answer questions. We highly recommend him.
RV from Gig Harbor — Aug 26, 2024
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Specialties*
Bariatric Medicine
Bariatric Surgery
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Madigan Army Medical Center
Residency Hospital
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Sebesta, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Sebesta's profile.

Dr. James Sebesta, MD is affiliated with MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital.

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

Hospital Affiliations

  • MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital

    315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA