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Dr. James Balcom IV, MD

Dr. James Balcom IV, MD

General Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Balcom IV, MD is a general surgeon in Salem, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Balcom IV has extensive experience in Aortic Aneurysm or Dissection and Carotid Artery Disease or Carotid Endarterectomy. He graduated from Vanderbilt University in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities Massachusetts General Hospital and North Shore Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.8 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.8 Star Rating (6 reviews)

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81 Highland Ave Salem, MA 01970
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4.8
6 ratings, 2 with a written review
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Dr. Balcom saved my life three years ago. Recently I have needed two more serious procedures . He is truly an expert in his field. He is the most humble and caring doctor I have ever met. Every aspect of my three surgeries with him was the best.
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What could be improved
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May 18, 2019
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In the spring of 2015, Dr. Balcom performed a a/v fistula surgery on me (dialysis access surgery) while quite nervous, about it, he thoroughly explained the procedure. All went very well. After the access fully matured, both my PCP & Nephrologist, along with nurses and technicians remarked on how strong the 'bruit' (sound and feeling of the flow of blood) was from the fistula. I continue to use him, for fistulagrams & highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
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4 others found this helpful
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J. Z. in Nahant, MA – Aug 23, 2016
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Dr. James Balcom IV, MD is a general surgeon in Salem, MA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Balcom IV has extensive experience in Aortic Aneurysm or Dissection and Carotid Artery Disease or Carotid Endarterectomy. He...read more

  • General Surgery

  • Vascular Surgery

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  • Vanderbilt University

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Vascular Surgery
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