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Dr. James Lau, MD
General Surgery* Age 59
Dr. James Lau, MD
5.0 (2 Ratings)
Dr. James Lau, MD is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, MO.
Dr. James Lau, MD
5.0 (2 Ratings)

Dr. James Lau, MD

General Surgery* Age 59
Kansas City, MO
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
Dr. James Lau, MD is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, MO.

About Dr. James Lau, MD

Dr. Lau graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. Dr. James Lau, MD is a General Surgeon in Kansas City, MO and has 31 years experience. Dr. Lau currently practices at Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit and is affiliated with University Health Truman Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital and Loyola University Medical Center. At present, Dr. Lau received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 2 times. Dr. Lau's office accepts new patients. Dr. Lau is board certified in General Surgery and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Ventral Hernia
Abdominal Pain
Diaphragmatic and Hiatal Hernia
Hemorrhoids
Colorectal Cancer
Sleeve Gastrectomy
Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Inguinal Hernia
Umbilical Hernia
Endoscopy
Duodenal Polypectomy
Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Appendectomy
Intestinal Diverticulosis
Liver Biopsy
Cholecystitis and Gallstones
Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
Gallstones
Appendicitis
Constipation
Anal and Rectal Cancer
Anal or Rectal Pain
Anorectal Abscess
Ascites
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Barrett's Esophagus
Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
Biliary Atresia
Biliary Tract Cancer
Boerhaave's Syndrome
Bone Cancer
Breast Cancer
Breast Lump
Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
Empyema
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Esophageal Achalasia and Cardiospasm
Esophageal Diverticulum
Esophageal Fistula
Esophageal Varices
Gallbladder Cancer
Gastric Ulcer
Gynecologic Cancer
Hiatal Hernia
Hiatal Hernia with Obstruction
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
Hyperparathyroidism
Ileus
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Incisional Hernia
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Intestinal Diverticulitis
Intestinal Obstruction
Intestinal Prolapse
Ischemic Colitis
Klinefelter Syndrome
Lipomas
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Liver Cancer
Lobular Carcinoma
Lung Cancer
Meckel's Diverticulum
Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome (MALS)
Megacolon
Necrotizing Fasciitis
Neuroendocrine Tumors
Non-Traumatic Brain Injury
Obstructed Inguinal Hernia
Pancreatic Cancer
Parathyroid (Gland) Disease
Partial Lung Collapse
Pelvic Abscess
Peptic Ulcer
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm
Peripheral Arterial Aneurysm and Dissection
Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
Pleural Effusion
Pyloric Stenosis
Rib Fracture
Secondary Malignancies
Small Intestine Cancer
Stomach and Small Intestine Cancer
Thyroid Cancer
Thyroid Nodule
Ulcerative Colitis
Varicose Veins
Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
Abdominoplasty
Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
Anoscopy
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Colectomy
Colostomy
Complete Nephrectomy With Robotic Assistance
Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
Esophagectomy (Esophagogastrostomy, Esophagojejunostomy)
Esophagomyotomy
Excision of Esophageal Lesion
Excision of Stomach Tumor
Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
Gallbladder Removal
Gastrectomy
Gastric Bypass Surgery, Open
Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
Gastrotomy
Hernia Repair
Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
Laparoscopic Esophagogastric Fundoplasty
Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Laparoscopic Gastric Bypass Surgery
Laparoscopic Incisional Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Proctectomy
Laparoscopic Surgery for Achalasia
Laparoscopic Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair
Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
Open Diaphragmatic or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
Open Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy)
Open Incisional or Ventral Hernia Repair
Open Inguinal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair
Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
Peripheral Artery Catheterization
Port Placements or Replacements
Renal Transplant
Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
Robotic Heller Myotomy for the Treatment of Achalasia
Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
Thoracentesis
Tracheal Surgery
Ventral Hernia Repair Laparoscopic
Wound Repair

Accepted Insurance Plans

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  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
  • Advantage Health Solutions HMO
  • Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    Aetna
    Open Choice PPO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
  • Select PPO
    Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
  • Choice Plus POS
    Navigate HMO
    Options PPO
    Navigate POS
    SignatureValue - CA HMO
    Nexus Open Access
    Medica Choice
  • Blue Card PPO
    Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Blue Print PPO
    Blue Choice Select PPO
    Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • Bronze Full 4500 PPO
    Blue Shield of California
  • Prudent Buyer Small Group CA PPO
    California Care Small Group HMO
    Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
    California Care Large Group HMO
    Prudent Buyer Large Group CA PPO
    Anthem Blue Connection EPO
    Pathway EPO
  • HMO Premier HMO
    Choice POS
    Preferred PPO
    Choice Care PPO
    Choice Care Network PPO

Where Dr. James Lau, MD Sees Patients

  1. 1 Truman Inpatient PSYCH Unit
    2301 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO 64108
  2. 2 University Health John W. Bluford Medical Pavilion
    2301 Charlotte St, Kansas City, MO 64108
  3. 3 Loyola University Medical Center
    2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153
    Monday
    Open 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00
    Tuesday
    Open 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00
    Wednesday
    Open 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00
    Thursday
    Open 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00
    Friday
    Open 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00
    Saturday
    Open 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00
    Sunday
    Open 24 Hours 00:00 - 00:00
  4. 4 Loyola Center for Metabolic Surgery & Bariatric Care at Melrose Park
    719 W North Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160

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Patient Reviews
Nov 07, 2025
Dr. Lau is a great doctor . I can’t say enough good things about him . He did emergency surgery on me at midnight for a hernia that decided to burst . He came to my room that night before going home and he came to see me before starting his shift . Then he took care of my peg tube and my EGD . I really miss him as he left Loyola and moved to Nebraska! I pray he moves back. I give him a 10 star
— Nov 07, 2025
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General Surgery
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FAQs About Dr. Lau's Practice

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Lau, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lau's profile.

Dr. James Lau, MD is affiliated with University Health Truman Medical Center, Gottlieb Memorial Hospital and Loyola University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. James Lau, MD holds board certification in General Surgery.

Training & Medical Education
Medical Education
  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine
    1995
Medical Education
Board Certifications
  • General Surgery
Board Certifications
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Hospitals Where Dr. James Lau, MD Practices

  • University Health Truman Medical Center

    2301 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO

  • Gottlieb Memorial Hospital

    701 W North Ave, Melrose Park, IL

  • Loyola University Medical Center

    2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL

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