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Monica Kay James, MD

Monica James, MD

Colon and Rectal Surgery

Provider Ratings

4.9 out of 5 (173 ratings)

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Languages

English

Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact

(248) 338-7171
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Provider Groups

  • Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

  • Trinity Health Medical Providers

Primary Contact
(248) 338-7171
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Services & Specialties

Areas of Specialization

  • Colon and Rectal Surgery

Locations & Contact

Primary Location

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Breast, Colon/Rectal & General Surgery - Clarkston

6770 Dixie Hwy
Ste 202
Clarkston , MI 48346

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Monday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Tuesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Thursday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm
Trinity Health IHA Medical Group, Breast, Colon/Rectal & General Surgery - Clarkston
(248) 338-7171 View Details
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About

Monica Zipple James, MD, is board-certified in colon and rectal surgery. Dr. James has clinical interests in managing colon and rectal cancer, benign disease of the colon, and robotic and minimally invasive procedures.

Insurances Accepted

  • Aetna Better Health Medicaid
  • Aetna Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Aetna Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • BCBS of Michigan Federal / Traditional
  • BCBS of Michigan Medicare Advantage PPO
  • BCBS of Michigan PPO Commercial
  • BCN Medicare Advantage
  • BCN of Michigan HMO
  • BCN of Michigan M Premier Care HMO
  • Blue Cross Complete of Michigan - Medicaid
  • Cofinity (Network)
  • Community Care
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Commercial
  • HAP Alliance Health & Life Medicare Advantage
  • HAP Empowered (Medicaid)
  • Humana Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Commercial ALL PLANS
  • McLaren Medicaid
  • McLaren Medicare Advantage ALL PLANS
  • Medicaid - Michigan
  • Medicare (Traditional)
  • Meridian Commercial ALL PLANS
  • Meridian Medicaid
  • Molina Medicaid
  • Multiplan PHCS (Network)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP)
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Medicare Advantage
  • Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Michigan Cares Network
  • Priority Health / Cigna Commercial
  • Priority Health / Cigna Medicare Advantage
  • Priority Health Medicaid
  • Railroad Medicare
  • Tricare (Humana Military) Non-Prime Plans
  • TRICARE (Humana Military) Prime
  • United Healthcare Commercial ALL PLANS
  • United Healthcare Community Plan (Medicaid)
  • Veterans Affairs Community Care Network
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Education & Certifications

Education

Fellowship:
St. Vincent Health Center-Erie, PA

Medical School:
Michigan State University-College of Human Medicine

Residency:
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland Hospital

Board Certifications

American Board of Surgery

American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery

Provider Groups

Trinity Health IHA Medical Group

Trinity Health Medical Providers

Provider Ratings

The following ratings and reviews are based on verified feedback collected from independently administered patient experience surveys. The ratings and comments submitted by patients reflect their own views and opinions. Patient identities are withheld to ensure confidentiality and privacy. Learn More >

4.9 out of 5

(173 ratings)

The Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.

61 Reviews

10/11/2024

Great

09/20/2024

Me gusta y me siento muy confiada y se segura

09/05/2024

GREAT care, Good Doctor, took time to Explain everything..

09/04/2024

Good bunch people here... Good care...

09/04/2024

Dr James is one of the most caring knowledgeable doctors and I would highly recommend her!

08/25/2024

She is a blessing of a doctor!

08/19/2024

My appointment went smoothly & informatively. I am waiting for notification of when the tests will be conducted. I can & will finish this rating after then. So far it has been an excellent experience.

08/07/2024

Emergency surgery was VERY unexpected. It has changed my life.

07/19/2024

They make the best out of a difficult situation.

07/03/2024

Very straightforward, pleasant and comforting.

07/03/2024

I am so glad I chose Dr. James as my surgeon. She was very kind and patient explaining what the surgery was about. I had all my questions answered and the state of surgery went very well. I feel a lot better. I鈥檓 very grateful to Dr. James.

06/22/2024

She is a great doctor who cares about the people she helps and is a very nice person.

06/20/2024

Dr James is an excellent listener and takes care of your problems efficiently. She answers all questions and treats you with respect.

06/19/2024

she is efficient and treats you as an adult and not an infant, takes care of problem

06/19/2024

Doctor James is a great doctor and great person who cares about her job.

06/12/2024

Dr. James is a good listener and very knowledgeable and caring.

06/05/2024

Dr. James spent a great deal of time with me explaining the procedure and answered all my questions.

05/29/2024

Terrific experience from start to finish I would highly recommend to everyone

05/24/2024

One of the best doctors I have ever received care from!

05/17/2024

Delightful experience, very happy.

05/08/2024

Excellent Excellent Excellent job!

05/08/2024

She was really nice and answered questions and explained stuff well.

05/03/2024

Thank you

05/02/2024

great team

04/23/2024

Just very good all the way around.

04/17/2024

she is very caring and straight forward when answering my questions

04/10/2024

very helpful

04/05/2024

Love her!

03/31/2024

Listenswell, asks questions and is very kind.

03/29/2024

Dr. James is phenomenal and I would go back to her.

03/23/2024

Very compassionate and calm. Explains everything well and never feel rushed.

03/22/2024

Very easy to get a timely appointment. Would have waited 2 months with the Corewell specialist.

03/20/2024

She has very friendly and professional

03/13/2024

As mentioned before, Dr. James was great

03/06/2024

Dr. James is an excellent provider that I highly recommend.

03/06/2024

Dr James has a great bedside manner

02/14/2024

She has a very caring manner. I especially appreciate that she asks if It is ok for a student/trainee to be present before letting them attend.

01/24/2024

I luv being attending there

01/12/2024

I would highly recommend her to anyone.

01/05/2024

A great experience and I hope that she will be able to help me

11/28/2023

Thank you

11/22/2023

Her bedside manner was very good

11/16/2023

Very good

11/03/2023

I was happier when I left then ehen I arrived. All questions answered and super comfortable with doctor.

11/01/2023

Dr. James has a straightforward, caring and professional. Colon & rectal issues are often difficult for patients to discuss. Dr. James makes it easy.r s

10/25/2023

Very informative

10/22/2023

Appreciate Dr staying a little late to see me .

10/07/2023

She explained very well the reason of my visit to the clinic.

10/05/2023

this was an embarassing situation for me and Dr James handled it all very sensitively

08/25/2023

Everything went well

08/16/2023

Quick visit, knowledge, friendly

07/22/2023

Very down to earth. Explained things well.

07/04/2023

Overall positive experience. I am a little dense on the process but I understand it better now.

06/24/2023

Everyone was very sweet. They treat you like family!

06/20/2023

I was afraid and embarrassed to see a doctor for this service. I was treated with care and compassion

06/20/2023

They were very nice and explained everything to me about my visit yes I would recommend them to others thank you

07/07/2022

From the moment I walked in, during surgery scheduling to the time I walked out of the office I felt well taken care of - Everyone was polite & answered my questions, one of the best dr. visit I've had in years.

05/23/2022

I am confident that Dr. James and her staff have my situation well in hand.

05/16/2022

*Dr. James was down to Earth, caring, competent, and put me at ease. The entire staff was excellent. She's a specialist & probably won't see much, but this visit was everything you'd hope for in a doctor appointment.

05/13/2022

*Dr. James listens to my questions and answers them in a clear and concise manner.

05/09/2022

*Dr. James was pleasant, professional & made me feel very comfortable.
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