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Dr. James Lyon, MD

Dr. James Lyon, MD

Diagnostic Radiology*
45+ years of experience

Dr. James Lyon, MD is a diagnostic radiologist in San Diego, CA and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with medical facilities Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center and Sharp Memorial Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 1 review 5 Star Rating (1 review)

Practice

7901 Frost St San Diego, CA 92123
Telehealth available

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(858) 939-3400

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lyon specializes in the area of Interventional Radiology and Diagnostic Radiology. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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About Me

care philosophy

I have found that most people can tell you what is wrong with their health if you ask the right questions and listen to their answers carefully.

  • Diagnostic Radiology

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  • University Calif-u Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1983

  • Indiana University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Radiology®
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Interventional Radiology and Diagnostic Radiology
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Locations

Practice

Sharp Memorial Hospital7901 Frost St San Diego, CA 92123
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Practice

Sharp and Children's Mri Center LLC3075 Health Center Dr San Diego, CA 92123
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Practice

Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center751 Medical Center Ct Chula Vista, CA 91911
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sharp Memorial Hospital

    7901 Frost St
    San Diego, CA 92123
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    79%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center

    751 Medical Center Ct
    Chula Vista, CA 91911
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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