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Dr. James Tikellis, MD

Dr. James Tikellis, MD

General Surgery*
40+ years of experience

Dr. James Tikellis, MD is a general surgeon in Newark, DE and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Emory University School of Medicine in 1981. He is affiliated with Christiana Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

5 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 5 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Locations

General Surgery Services

Surgery Surgical Services MAP2 33014735 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste 3301 Newark, DE 19713
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General Surgery Services

Surgical Services Elkton137 W High St Ste 2B Elkton, MD 21921
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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Tikellis is affiliated with Christiana Hospital Newark, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for general surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of ExpertiseDr. Tikellis specializes in the area of General Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions WellPatients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top HospitalAmerica’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ See hospitals
  • TrustworthyPatients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews

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Dr. Tikellis' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Tikellis

5.0

12 ratings, 1 with written review
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What went well
  • 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
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2 people found this helpful
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Greg Fylak – Nov 11, 2021
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About Me

biography

James I. Tikellis, M.D., joined Christiana Care as a general surgeon most recently from a private practice at Christiana Care Helen F. Graham Cancer Center & Research Institute. Dr. Tikellis is board-certified in general surgery by the American...read more
  • General Surgery

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  • Emory University School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1981
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Surgery®
General Surgery
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Christiana Hospital

    4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd
    Newark, DE 19718
    Recipient of 24
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Surgery Award™ (2025, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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