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Dr. Kenneth James, MD

Dr. Kenneth James, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology*

Dr. Kenneth James, MD is an obstetrician gynecologist in Laguna Hills, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center and Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.5 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.5 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

24411 Health Center Dr Ste 200 Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Telehealth available

Dr. James is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions

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Dr. James' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. James

4.5
21 ratings, 5 with a written review
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Exemplary OBGYN
With a high-risk pregnancy at 44 years old with a history of extremely preterm delivery, Dr. James put my deep-seated fears (and PTSD frankly) at ease. He is a very skilled doctor/surgeon who has a sense is humor and great support staff. He is accessible by text and highly responsive. He agreed to deliver my youngest on a Sat and made my c-section feel like a breeze. He is loved by staff, respected by other medical professionals, and is just a wonderfully kind human being. I could not recommend Dr. James more.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Luca & Louie’s Mom – Oct 09, 2022
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This is more a review for his practice. I delivered my first child with Dr. James and the midwives at Mission 2 years ago. He since joined with OCWMG & new midwives. When I called scheduling I never actually spoke with a human and didn’t receive a call back. It took almost a month to finally get a call from a midwife who was able to answer some of my questions. After the ultrasound which was only available at one location, we waited over 45 minutes to see the midwife. The ultrasound tech would not let me take video for my daughter. With covid restrictions this is ridiculous.During my appt front desk personnel came in demanding I pay an absurd amount for my overall pregnancy—I told her I might not continue with them and she said to pay half. I did not. Lastly when I received my claim I saw the midwife checked me for drugs? I find that odd & frankly insulting. I now have to pay for the test since it’s not covered as prenatal care. While I find Dr James thorough —I did not care for OCWMG.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
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Feb 13, 2022
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Outstanding service, knowledge, and personable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 05, 2021
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Best OB ever! Trustworthy, kind, relaxed, one if a kind. Had all 3 babies with Dr. James and feel super blessed to have had him as our doctor. You are in the best care with him by your side.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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CA – Sep 05, 2018
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I've been a patient of Dr. James ever since he took the practice over from Dr. White over 10 years ago. Dr. White delivered my first daughter, and Dr. James delivered my 2nd daughter. I feel very lucky to have him as my doctor, I would never want to have anyone else :) I highly recommend him, he's awesome!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Kelly C in laguna hills, CA – Jun 27, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. James is a board-certified Obstetrician and Gynecologist who moved out to Laguna Beach from New York City in January 2007 where he had been in private practice for 18 years.

He graduated from the University of Rochester and then...
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  • Obstetrics & Gynecology

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  • Lenox Hill Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1995
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Obstetrics & Gynecology®
Obstetrics & Gynecology
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Dr. James is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Obstetrics & Gynecology

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    Locations

    Practice

    Orange Coast Womens Medical Group24411 Health Center Dr Ste 200 Laguna Hills, CA 92653
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Office16105 Sand Canyon Ave Ste 200 Irvine, CA 92618
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    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Tue: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Thu: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
    • Directions

    Practice

    Laguna Beach OB/GYN Inc.26800 Crown Valley Pkwy Ste 460 Mission Viejo, CA 92691
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    South Coast Urogynecology Inc.31852 Coast Hwy Ste 200 Laguna Beach, CA 92651
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo

      27700 Medical Center Rd
      Mission Viejo, CA 92691
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
      76%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

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    • MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center

      24451 Health Center Dr
      Laguna Hills, CA 92653
      Recipient of 25
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      View all 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

      77%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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