Dr. Adrian James, MD

Expert Publications

• Establishment of a bone-anchored auricular prosthesis (BAAP) program.
• Investigation of cardiac function in children with suspected obstructive sleep apnea.
• Device fixation and small incision access for pediatric cochlear implants.
• Cochlear implant surgery at 12 months of age or younger.
• Skin breakdown over cochlear implants: prevention of a magnet site complication.
• Effects of middle ear application of Cipro HC Otic Suspension in an animal model.
• Dynamics of real time DPOAE contralateral suppression in chinchillas and humans.
• Prosper Ménière.
• Inner ear dysplasia is common in children with Down syndrome (trisomy 21).
• Computed tomography and/or magnetic resonance imaging before pediatric cochlear implantation? Developing an investigative strategy.
• Antiviral agents for the treatment of recurrent respiratory papillomatosis: a systematic review of the English-language literature.
• Successful cochlear implantation in a child with Keratosis, Icthiosis and Deafness (KID) Syndrome and Dandy-Walker malformation.
• Tympanic membrane changes following paediatric cochlear implantation.
• Tinnitus is prevalent in children with cochlear implants.
• Soft tissue complications after small incision pediatric cochlear implantation.

Media Releases

Get to know Internist Dr. Adrian James, who serves patients in Oakland, California.

An excellent internist, Dr. James is the Chief Medical Officer at West Oakland Health.

West Oakland Health is a private, non-profit community health center providing comprehensive primary and preventive medical, dental, mental health, maternal and child health, OB/GYN, pediatric, WIC, substance abuse, recovery, and optometry services. They provide these services to families and individuals regardless of their ability to pay. Their goal is to provide the best in health care delivery in a way that allows patients to be informed and involved in all health care decisions.

With a broad educational background, Dr. James earned his medical degree from the UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine in 1992. He completed his residency in internal medicine at the Alameda Health System-Highland Hospital in 1995.

In pursuit of clinical excellence, the doctor is board-certified in internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). The ABIM is a physician-led, non-profit, independent evaluation organization driven by doctors who want to achieve higher standards for better care in a rapidly changing world.

Internal medicine is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of adult diseases. Physicians specializing in internal medicine are called internists. They manage and prevent common and complex diseases by providing comprehensive care and promoting overall well-being.

As a testament of his dedication to his field, Dr. James has been the recipient of the Patients' Choice Award (2014), and On-Time Doctor Award (2014).

Recommended Articles

• How Is Bronchitis Differentiated from Other Chest Infections?

  Bronchial tubes are the airways through which air travels and reaches the lungs. The inflammation of these bronchial tubes is called bronchitis. The inflammation is more often caused by a viral infection, smoke, dust, or other irritants.Bronchitis may be due to a chest infection, inflammation of...

• What Conditions are Associated with Hip Pain?

  Severe pain in the hip may make it hard to walk or climb the stairs. Issues with muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones may all cause hip pain. Many diseases and conditions may also result in pain. Location of the pain in the hip often tells about the actual cause behind the pain.In some cases, the...

• Home Remedies for Oral Candidiasis

  Oral thrush or oral candidiasis is an infection of the mouth caused by the fungus, Candida. This fungus is also known as yeast. It is normal for Candida organisms to live in our bodies since they are generally harmless. However, when they overgrow, they can cause infections. Such infections can...

• Can I Lose Weight Without Dieting?

  Most of fad diets that are popular do help in reducing body weight, but they make you feel hungry. Often, people who are on crash diets regain the weight lost once they are back on the track of their normal diet. Experts are of the opinion that one can definitely lose weight by just modifying his or...

• Why is Cord Blood Banking Important?

  Cord blood banking is the method of preserving cord blood, which is blood taken from the umbilical cord after the delivery. Cord blood contains hefty amounts of stem cells, which are potential life-saying cells for numerous diseases. Collecting cord blood is a painless procedure, and is considered...

• Black Stool: What Does It Mean?

  What does a black stool indicate?A black or dark red-colored stool is called tarry or bloody stools. However, passing dark-colored stools is not always caused by serious problems. One of the most common causes of black stools is the consumption of iron supplements, particularly in people who have...