
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
- Geriatrics
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleLocations
- Brigham and Women's Faulkner General and Gastrointestinal Surgery Clinic
- 1153 Centre Street, Suite 5D, Boston, MA 02130
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-983-4570
- fax: 617-983-7945
- Brigham and Women's General and Gastrointestinal Surgery Clinic
- 75 Francis Street, ASB2-3, Boston, MA 02115
- Get Directions
- phone: 617-732-5122
- fax: 617-739-1728
- Brigham and Women's General and Gastrointestinal Surgery Clinic
- 100 Brigham Way, Westwood, MA 02090
- Get Directions
- phone: 857-307-5600
- fax: 857-307-5768
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: New York Presbyterian - Columbia University College of Physicians & Surgeons****, Colon and Rectal Surgery Fellowship, 2006
- Fellowship: New York Presbyterian - Weill Cornell Medical Center, Laparoscopic Colorectal Surgery Fellowship, 2005
- Residency: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, general surgery residency, 2004
- Internship: Beth Israel Deaconess Hospital, general surgery internship, 1998
- Medical Education: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, medicine, 1997
Board Certifications
- Colon and Rectal Surgery: American Board of Colon and Rectal Surgery, 2007
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2005
Insurance
- Aetna
- Beech Street
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare
- Cigna
- Commonwealth Care Alliance
- Coventry
- Fallon Health
- Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
- Humana
- Mass General Brigham Health Plan
- MassHealth
- Medicaid ME
- Medicaid VT
- Medicare
- Medicare ACO
- Multiplan
- Senior Whole Health
- TriCare
- Tufts Health Plan
- Tufts Medicare Preferred
- United Health Care
- Wellpoint
- WellSense
Ratings & Reviews
4.7 out of 5
126 ratings, 45 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- Reviewed on 2/4/2026
Dr. Yoo was kind, understanding and extremely helpful.
- Reviewed on 1/28/2026
Dr. Yoo is so gentle and kind.
- Reviewed on 1/27/2026
Overall a very good appointment. We were able to figure out my issues
- Reviewed on 1/19/2026
Yeah, talking with Dr. Yoo was very good. My only question would be, when am I going to get the results from him looking at the films to tell me what his thoughts are on the diagnosis?
- Reviewed on 1/14/2026
Dr Yoo is very professional, informative and respectful. I am happy to have him as a part of my healthcare team.
- Reviewed on 1/14/2026
Great asset to the department
- Reviewed on 1/10/2026
Very personable. I felt very comfortable with him.
- Reviewed on 12/23/2025
[redacted] he was thorough in questioning me and put me ease.
- Reviewed on 12/23/2025
Dr. Yoo has my confidence
- Reviewed on 12/19/2025
Very knowledgeable and easy to talk with
- Reviewed on 12/15/2025
I had a very pleasant experience with my G.I appointment.
- Reviewed on 12/2/2025
Dr Yoo spent the necessary time to go over my health issue.
- Reviewed on 11/28/2025
Dr. Yoo is always very professional and answers all questions.
- Reviewed on 11/16/2025
Nothing to add. Good experience.
- Reviewed on 11/13/2025
I was happy with the provider
- Reviewed on 11/13/2025
Dr. Yoo is very professional and at the same time friendly and welcoming. He is very respectful when I'm getting into my hospital gown for my exam. He is very timely yet was patient, allowing time for my daughter to join the visit.
- Reviewed on 11/10/2025
He was very pleasant and knowledgeable.
- Reviewed on 11/9/2025
He treats you with respect and makes you feel comfortable.
- Reviewed on 10/27/2025
Very knowledgeable and explained the process for surgery.
- Reviewed on 10/22/2025
This was my first visit with Dr. Yoo. He is a very kind and compassionate provider. He recited my entire disease medical procedure history without ever looking at any notes, handwritten or digital. He took the time to listen to my own history with the disease and assured me that he would do all that he could to increase the chances of best possible outcomes. I'm looking forward to having Dr. Yoo perform my surgery.
- Reviewed on 10/15/2025
Good listener and explained everything carefully.
- Reviewed on 10/9/2025
I felt like he was really interested in me and listened. Very uplifting. It was a joy.
- Reviewed on 9/29/2025
Made me feel comfortable, secured, and in good hands.
- Reviewed on 9/28/2025
Look, I wish it were not necessary to visit this office at all. I envy those who have access to vaccines that might prevent HPV in the first place. That said JAMES YOO is an excellent provider. He makes me feel comfortable in an "uncomfortable" situation. What this means is I feel I can let my guard down and be very honest about my health and activities. I have seen a few providers over the years for this situation, and he is the best. Thank you.
- Reviewed on 9/18/2025
Respectful
- Reviewed on 9/13/2025
Always efficient, and a helpful and caring Dr adds so much to a great experiebce
- Reviewed on 9/13/2025
Dr yoo. Seems very bright and seems to be on board with what's going on Precancerous rectal pre cancer. Sent out biopsy. Hopefully he can save my life if it is cancer
- Reviewed on 9/10/2025
Dr. Yoo is very professional and patient. He describes everything in a way that makes you feel safe and relieved.
- Reviewed on 8/20/2025
Everything was great.
- Reviewed on 8/18/2025
My experience with this care provider was excellent. THANK YOU!
- Reviewed on 8/13/2025
I had a disappointing experience with Dr. Yoo during my recent visit for a hemorrhoid examination. When I expressed discomfort and pain during the anoscope insertion, Dr. Yoo responded unprofessionally by removing his gloves and stating he couldn't help me if I wouldn't allow the procedure to continue. As a patient experiencing pain and vulnerability, I expected reassurance, patience, and guidance on how to manage the discomfort during the examination. Instead, I felt dismissed and made to feel guilty for my natural reaction to pain. Medical procedures can be uncomfortable, and patients rely on their doctors to provide compassionate care and help them through difficult moments. Unfortunately, Dr. Yoo's response made an already stressful situation worse and left me feeling unsupported. I hope this feedback helps improve the patient experience for others seeking care.
- Reviewed on 8/12/2025
Dr. Yoo and his team are extremely attentive and knowledgeable. I always feel good when I'm leaving the office knowing that I had the best care possible.
- Reviewed on 8/7/2025
He is always on time and a good listener. He always explains options. He is extremely patient. There is a lot of respect back and forth.
- Reviewed on 8/4/2025
It was just a little confusing on a specific time to meet for my visit. The first visit was put before the ct & MRI scans plus blood test so my visit didn't transpire. Without the test results the Dr for surgery wasn't able to go over my current status. That's the only hiccup I had in the whole experience from the very begging on my cancer!
- Reviewed on 7/21/2025
Dr. Yoo appears to be very competent and I have confidence in his plan for treatment.
- Reviewed on 7/17/2025
Very nice and sensitive to my apprehension about the test.
- Reviewed on 7/16/2025
Found the appointment enlightening and left with a better understanding of potential issues.
- Reviewed on 7/16/2025
Dr Yoo could not have been more professional, nice and knowledgeable. We reviewed my PMH together. He answered all of my questions and we developed a plan of care for my future. I am waiting for his office to call and schedule my first appointment to be seen in 6 months.
- Reviewed on 7/9/2025
The only issue I had was that the providers office reached out too close to the appointment time to request recent scans.
- Reviewed on 6/23/2025
Dr Yoo has always responded quickly to any medical concerns and scheduled the necessary tests and follow-up appointments within days. He is thoughtful and discussed results in an accesible and respectful manner. I have complete trust in his judgement.
- Reviewed on 4/21/2025
Dr Yoo is very Professional, Kind, Respectible and Extremely Patience. He was a pleasure to meet and attentive to all my questions and concerns. He is definiately an asset to Brigham and Women Hospital.
- Reviewed on 4/21/2025
A lovely informative visit with Dr Yoo And his nurses. Thank you so much.
- Reviewed on 4/21/2025
Very happy with the whole team
- Reviewed on 4/14/2025
My provider is excellent and I have been extremely pleased with my care and experience.
- Reviewed on 4/8/2025
Very courteous and professional. Also showed great care. Answered all my questions, and took the time to listen and explain everything to me.