Dr. James Olson MD

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Ratings and Reviews for Dr. James Olson

Very Good

Dr. James Olson has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5) with a rating of Very Good based on 6 reviews.

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Board Certification, Specialty and Expertise

Dr. James Olson identified specializing in General SurgeryGeneral Surgery
A surgeon manages a broad spectrum of surgical conditions affecting almost any area of the body. The surgeon established the diagnosis and provides the preoperative, operative, and postoperative care to surgical patients and is usually responsible for the comprehensive management of the trauma victim and the critically ill surgical patient. The surgeon uses a variety of diagnostic techniques, including endoscopy, for observing internal structures, and may use specialized instruments during operative procedures. A general surgeon is expected to be familiar with the salient features of other surgical specialties in order to recognize problems in those areas and to know when to refer a patient to another specialist. and Colorectal Surgery (formerly Proctology)Colorectal Surgery (formerly Proctology)
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area by medical and surgical means. The specialist also deals with organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary, and female reproductive system) involved in primary intestinal disease. Colon and rectal surgeons have the expertise to diagnose and often manage anorectal conditions such as hemorrhoids, fissures (painful tears in the anal lining), abscesses and fistulae (infections located around the anus and rectum) in the office setting. They also treat problems of the intestine and colon, and perform endoscopic procedures to evaluate and treat problems such as cancer, polyps (precancerous growths), and inflammatory conditions. No Sub Specialties.. He is certified in Colorectal Surgery (formerly Proctology).

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Insurance Accepted

Dr. James Olson accepts the following plans for United Healthcare at 333 N 1st St

• Definity Choice Plus
• Definity PPO
• Harvard Pilgrim Choice Plus
• Harvard Pilgrim Options
• PacifiCare SignatureElite

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Hospital Affiliations

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Dr. Olson is affiliated with 1 hospital:

Boise VA Medical Center
500 W Fort St
Boise, ID

Aliases

Patients may also know Dr. James Olson MD as:

• James A Olson
• J Olson

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