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James Mcdowell, M.D.,F.A.C.S.

26 Patients 5 Reviews
Nashville, Tennessee 37203

About James Mcdowell

Dr. James Mcdowell, M.D., F.A.C.S, practices bariatric and weight loss surgery in Nashville, Tennessee. Procedures reported for this practice include gastric sleeve (sleeve gastrectomy), gastric bypass (Roux-en-Y), and adjustable gastric banding. Dr. Mcdowell completed a fellowship at Vanderbilt University - Nashville TN, trained in residency at Vanderbilt University - Nashville TN, and attended University Of Texas Health Science - San Antonio TX. This practice is listed as a Center of Excellence.

Credentials and training

Medical School Attended
University Of Texas Health Science - San Antonio TX1998
Residency
Vanderbilt University - Nashville TN2003
Fellowship
Vanderbilt University - Nashville TN2004
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  • Charles Morton2005

    , Bariatric Surgery

Accreditations

  • American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence
  • Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence Accreditation ABC

Listed procedures

  • Adjustable Gastric Band
  • Gastric Bypass
  • Sleeve Gastrectomy

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