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Dr. James Thurman Jakes MD

Rheumatologist | Rheumatology

3/5(68)
1421 Narrow Lane Pkwy Montgomery AL, 36111
Rating

3/5

About

Dr. James Jakes is a rheumatologist practicing in Montgomery, AL. Dr. Jakes specializes in the treatment of musculoskeletal diseases and systematic autoimmune conditions that can affect the bones, muscles or bones. Eventually, if not treated, these illnesses can also impact the skin, eyes, nervous system and internal organs. Dr. Jakes treats diseases similar to orthopedists but does not perform surgery. Often times, research is conducted to find potential alternatives for the patients illness.

Education and Training

Vanderbilt Univ Sch of Med, Nashville Tn 1975

Vanderbilt University School of Medicine 1975

Board Certification

Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM- Rheumatology

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 42 years of experience

Expert Publications

Data provided by the National Library of Medicine

Treatments

  • Trigger Finger
  • Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Arthritis
  • Neuropathy
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Neck Pain
  • Back Pain
  • Lupus
  • Pain

Dr. James Thurman Jakes MD's Practice location

Practice At 1421 Narrow Lane Pkwy

1421 Narrow Lane Pkwy -
Montgomery, AL 36111
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New patients: 334-284-3105
Fax: 334-284-3107

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Patient Experience with Dr. Jakes


3.0

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Dr. James Thurman Jakes MD has a rating of 3 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 68 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Rheumatologist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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