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Dr. James Lapolla, MD

Oncology* Age 74
Dr. James Lapolla, MD
3.2 (20 Ratings)
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Dr. James Lapolla, MD

Oncology* Age 74
Saint Petersburg, FL
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19 years of experience
 

Overview

Dr. James Lapolla, MD works in Saint Petersburg, FL as an Oncology Specialist and has 19 years experience.

They are board certified in Gynecological Oncology and graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2005. At present, Dr. Lapolla has received an average rating of 3.2 from patients and has been reviewed 20 times. They are affiliated with Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare. Their office is not accepting new patients at this time. Dr. Lapolla practices at Practice in Saint Petersburg, FL and has additional offices in Tampa, FL and Westwood, KS.

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Locations

  1. 1 Community Health Centers at Bayfront
    700 6TH ST S, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
  2. 2 Office
    4213 N Gomez Ave, Tampa, FL 33607
  3. 3 Office
    600 8th St S Ste B, Saint Petersburg, FL 33701
  4. 4 The Univ. of Kansas Hospital Cancer Center Pharmacy
    2650 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Westwood, KS 66205

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3.2
Based on 20 Reviews
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4 Stars (1)
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1 Star (9)

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May 09, 2018
Dr Lapolla is a skilled surgeon, a kind, compassionate man. He and his staff were extremely supportive from my first visit until I was discharged 8 months later. Based on my experience, I would recommend him to family and friends.
E Black in Seminole, FL — May 09, 2018
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Specialties*
Oncology
Internal Medicine
Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Illinois College of Medicine
    2005
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Gynecological Oncology, Internal Medicine and Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Dr. Lapolla accepts Ambetter, AvMed and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida, Inc. d/b/a Florida Blue as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Lapolla accepts here.

Dr. Lapolla has a star rating of 3.2/5 and has been reviewed 20 times.

Dr. Lapolla is board certified in Gynecological Oncology, Internal Medicine and Obstetrics & Gynecology.

Dr. Lapolla has been practicing as an Oncology Specialist for 19 years.

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