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James Sebesta, MD
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James Sebesta, MD

  • 4.8 / 5 (135 ratings)

Medical Specialties: Bariatric Surgery, General Surgery

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Provider Bio

Provider Bio

James Sebesta, MD, is a board-certified surgeon specializing in bariatric surgery. He treats obesity, gastroesophageal reflux disease, abdominal wall hernias, breast cancer, as well as other gastrointestinal surgical diseases. Dr. Sebesta is one of the first surgeons in South Puget Sound to successfully perform minimally invasive LINX® surgeries for severe reflux and GERD. In his free time, he enjoys fishing, outdoor sports and watching his children’s sporting events.

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Languages: English
Certification: Surgery - American Board of Surgery
Professional School: Uniformed University of Health Services (Bethesda, Maryland)
Residency: Madigan Army Medical Center
Medical Groups: MultiCare, MultiCare Medical Associates
Research:
Kuckelman J, Vigueras V, Forte D, Bingham J, Sebesta J, Eckert M. Extraction bags provide no benefit when compared to unprotected lateral stomach extraction during laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Am J Surg. 2020 Feb 29. pii: S0002-9610(20)30136-7. doi: 10.1016/j.amjsurg.2020.02.055. 
Practice Philosophy:

I believe that medical care is a partnership with patients. I listen carefully to each person and together, we choose a treatment plan that best fits the individual’s needs. My goal is to improve the lives of my patients and their families by providing the highest quality of care.

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  • 4.8 Provider showed concern
  • 4.7 Provider explained things clearly
  • 4.8 Provider included you in decisions
  • 4.7 Provider discussed treatment options
  • 4.8 Likelihood of recommending this provider
4.8 out of 5 (135 ratings, 22 comments)
  • Jun, 5 2024
    Dr Sebesta was very knowledgeable and made me feel very confident
  • Jun, 4 2024
    Dr Sebesta and his team are amazing. The care and concern go far above the expected levels.
  • May, 9 2024
    Gave me the info and answers I've been looking for.
  • Mar, 6 2024
    The doctor explained into detail what was the problem and the solution and he answered all my concerns very clearly
  • Feb, 29 2024
    Dr Sabest is very caring and provided detailed answers and information
  • Jan, 25 2024
    Excellent provider. Kind and knowledgeable. Apologized for slightly difficult procedure. No problem for me.
  • Jan, 4 2024
    Dr. Sebesta listened, asked questions, created a plan, and showed empathy for my health. Thanks, doc!
  • Dec, 27 2023
    Dr. Sebasta was very patient with my questions and listened to understand my goals and answered my questions thoroughly. Allowed multiple opportunities for me to ask questions about the plan and operation.
  • Nov, 14 2023
    He made sure I understood everything, benefits and risks. I felt very informed and confident in all my decisions.
  • Nov, 8 2023
    I appreciated being given full information but not being pressured to make a decision one way or the other.
  • Oct, 30 2023
    Several people I ha referred have gotten surgery from dr. Sebesta
  • Sep, 26 2023
    Wonderful. Caring. Saw me as a person. Helped me understand my condition and options. Put me at great ease about my health. Told me to call him personally if any repeat problems happen. He's a keeper!