James Wu, MD
Primary Location
South Pointe Hospital Medical Office Building
- Appointment:
- 216.491.7861
- Desk:
- 216.491.7861
- Fax:
- 216.491.7690
Additional Locations
Colorectal Surgery
South Pointe Hospital
20000 Harvard Road
Warrensville Heights, OH 44122
Driving Directions
- Appointment:
- 216.491.7861
- Desk:
- 216.491.7861
- Fax:
- 216.491.7690
Treatment & Services
- Abdominal Surgery
- Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
- Advanced Operative Laparoscopy
- Anorectal Fistula Treatment
- Anorectal Surgery
- Anoscopy
- Cancer Center
- Colectomy
- Colon And Rectal Surgical Procedures
- Colon Surgery
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer - Prevention
- Colorectal Cancer Diagnosis
- Colorectal Cancer Research
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Strategies
- Colorectal Cancer Treatment
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colostomy
- Fecal Diversion
- Flexible Sigmoidoscopy
- Hemorrhoidectomy
- Ileostomy
- Intestinal Stomas
- Laparoscopic Colectomy
- Laparoscopic Colon Resection
- Laparoscopic Colon Surgery
- Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery
- Laparoscopic Fecal Diversion
- Laparoscopic Ileocolectomy
- Laparoscopic Proctosigmoidectomy
- Laparoscopic Surgery
- Laparoscopic Surgery for Digestive Diseases
- Laparoscopy
- Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender( LGBT Health)
- Resection of Colon and Rectal Diseases
- Rigid Sigmoidoscopy
- Rubber Band Ligation Of Hemorrhoids
- Second Opinion
- Sphincter Sparing Surgery
- Stoma Surgery
- Surgery
- Surgery For Carcinoma Of The Colon
- Surgery For Crohn's Disease
- Surgery for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis
- Surgical Management for Ulcerative Colitis
- Surgical Treatment for Mucosal Ulcerative Colitis
- Total Abdominal Colectomy
- Treatment for Anal Fissure
- Treatment for Anal Fistula
Specialty in Diseases & Conditions
- Abdominal Abscess
- Adenomas
- Adenomatous Polyps
- Anal Abscesses
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Dysplasia
- Anal Fissures
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Itching
- Anal Pain
- Anal Warts
- Anorectal Disease
- Anorectal Fistula
- Benign Anorectal Disease
- Cancer
- Cancer of the Colon, Rectum and Anus
- Carcinoma of the Colon
- Carcinoma of the small and large bowel
- Colon Cancer
- Colon Diseases
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Neoplasia
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colovesticle Fistula
- Crohn's Disease
- Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis
- Diverticulum
- Fissure
- Hemorrhoids
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Intestinal Fistula
- Intestinal Fistulae
- Intestinal Ischemic Syndrome
- Large Bowel Cancer
- Large Intestine Cancer
- Lesbian Gay Bisexual and Transgender LGBT Health
- Small Bowel Cancer
- Small Intestine Cancer
- Stoma Related Problems
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Volvulus
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Appointed
2000
Education & Fellowships
Fellowship - Lahey Clinic
Colorectal Surgery
Burlington,
MA USA
1994
Residency - Barnes-Jewish Hospital
General Surgery
St. Louis,
MO USA
1993
Residency - Barnes-Jewish Hospital
General Surgery
St. Louis,
MO USA
1988
Internship - Barnes-Jewish Hospital
General Surgery
St. Louis,
MO USA
1987
Medical Education - Washington University School of Medicine
St. Louis,
MO USA
1986
Graduate School - Yale University
New Haven,
CT USA
1978
Undergraduate - Dartmouth College
Hanover,
NH USA
1973
Certifications
- Surgery - General Surgery
- Colon and Rectal Surgery
Specialty Interests
benign anorectal disease, Colonoscopy, Colorectal Cancer, inflammatory bowel disease
Research & Publications
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185 Patient Satisfaction Reviews
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Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5 with 5 being the best score.
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| Overall | Star Ratings | |
|---|---|---|
| Explains | 4.9 | |
| Courtesy, Respect & Concern | 4.9 | |
| Patient Rating of Doctor | 4.9 |
27 Patient Comments
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Reviewed on Sep 8, 2021
Colonoscopies are not fun but Dr Wu and staff made it informative and not unpleasant
Reviewed on Sep 3, 2021
Information from Doctor was good.
Reviewed on Aug 25, 2021
Dr. Wu and his staff are terrific!
Reviewed on Aug 4, 2021
Dr Wu answered all my questions and showed great concern for my health issues when administering my sedative.
Reviewed on Jul 23, 2021
Dr Wu is a very good doctor and.personable person that makes you feel at ease. So glad I was referred to him
Reviewed on Jul 2, 2021
Everything was great however I rich that the doctor I was seeing could have him a little bit more patient with me I was very nervous with the exam he had to do with me but other than that it was okay
Reviewed on Jun 23, 2021
I have been a patient of Dr. Wu for many years. In my experience he is one of the best doctors there is for his area of expertise. Many doctors treat patients but don't really solve their problems. Dr. Wu listens and resolves his patients problems in the best way possible. Dr Wu has a great manner and inspires confidence, I am thankful to have him as my dr. and completely trust him.
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2021
Excellent care and Dr. Wu answered all my questions.
Reviewed on Jun 11, 2021
Great doctor and great care.
Reviewed on Jun 4, 2021
Dr Wu and his nurse were caring, informative, thorough, and professional.
Reviewed on May 20, 2021
We had to wait for the pathology report to come back, but Dr. Wu called me to let me know of the results before releasing the letter to mychart. This was very appreciated.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2021
The doctor was amazing! He was very thorough, professional and yet compassionate. He explained everything to me and came out after the procedure to go over the results with mu wife. He called me personally when my results came back. I an very pleased!
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2021
dr wu is an amazing doctor. he listens to every concern or thought and explains everything so you are confident about your condition and health.
Reviewed on Apr 22, 2021
This was my 3rd procedure by Dr. Wu. Each time he has been the the same. Very professional, showed compassion, and made me feel more at ease. When he came in with the information, very caring and I felt that I was in good hands. I go back in 5 years and hope that he is still there.
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2021
Excellent communication from nurses and Doctor
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2021
Excellent Dr. Wu and the nursing staff were outstanding
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2021
dr Wu was excellent and very caring and courteous. since I'm 9 months pregnant and on crutches, he even checked in after with both my husband and I to make sure I found my way out of the hospital and made it home ok.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2021
Dr. Wu is very understanding. He takes the time to listen to me and address my concerns. I would recommend him to anyone in need of his exceptional skills.
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2021
DR WU great at describing what was needed best for my care and has always been thorough with my exam and making sure that I Received the best treatment
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2021
DR Wu is always good at making the best choice for my medical treatment
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2021
Your team were and ALWAYS have been World Class in all facets of my continuing experience with The Cleveland Clinic. Dr Wu and staff exceeded my expectations. Thank you very much for what your team does.
Reviewed on Apr 2, 2021
Dr. Wu is awesome; explained every detail about my surgery; very professional and compassionate; I would recommend Dr. Wu and South Pointe to all my friends and family as I do now
Reviewed on Mar 19, 2021
love Dr. Wu
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2021
Dr Wu is Wonderful
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2021
Dr Wu is amazing! I hope that I never have to refer anyone to him but I am so very thankful I was referred to him. He is an amazing doctor and surgeon - I appreciate him very much
Reviewed on Dec 21, 2020
Dr. Wu is the greatest; he sat down with me and explained everything and answered all my concerns. He is clam natured and very gentle; professional
Reviewed on Nov 27, 2020
Dr. Wu was very thorough and respectful to my current situation. I appreciated his attention to detail and walk-through of the condition and how we proceed moving forward.