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Dr. James Walker Jr, MD

Dr. James Walker Jr, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. James Walker Jr, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Baton Rouge, LA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI / MEDICAL CENTER in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet and Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center.

2.7 Star Rating
Based on 7 reviews 2.7 Star Rating (7 reviews)

Practice

5246 Brittany Dr Baton Rouge, LA 70808

Make an Appointment

(225) 757-4080

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Walker Jr specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine, Critical Care Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease & Pulmonary Disease. • See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Walker Jr's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Walker Jr

2.7

7 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
43%
43%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
57%
57%

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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 27, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 26, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 26, 2018
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 26, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Terry Pribble in Memphis, TN – May 04, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Walker Jr, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Baton Rouge, LA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI / MEDICAL CENTER in 2002. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more

  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Of Mississippi / Medical Center

    Medical School, 2002
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Critical Care Medicine
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Internal Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Critical Care Medicine
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Pulmonary Disease
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  • Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society, 2005

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Locations

Practice

Office5246 Brittany Dr Baton Rouge, LA 70808
1

Practice

Office8585 Picardy Ave Ste 516 Baton Rouge, LA 70809
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Baton Rouge General-Bluebonnet

    8585 Picardy Ave
    Baton Rouge, LA 70809

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center

    5000 Hennessy Blvd
    Baton Rouge, LA 70808
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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