James E Speicher, MD
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Conditions Treated
- Achalasia
- Barrett's esophagus
- Esophageal cancer
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
- Lung cancer
- Motility disorders
- Paraesophageal hernia
Procedures Provided
- Chest wall resection
- Diaphragm surgery
- Endoscopic mucosal resection
- LINX Reflux Management System
- Mediastinal tumor staging/resection
- Minimally invasive thoracic surgery
- Peroral endoscopic myotomy (POEM)
- Robotically assisted surgery
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About James E Speicher, MD
Dr. James Speicher is a thoracic surgeon at the East Carolina Heart Institute, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of conditions like lung cancer, esophageal cancer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), achalasia, paraesophageal hernia, tracheal disease and mediastinal disease.
"At the East Carolina Heart Institute, excellent patient care is our top priority. We offer cutting edge, minimally invasive approaches to technically complex surgeries and we utilize a team-based approach to improve recovery and maximize outcomes."
After receiving his medical degree from the University of Kansas at Wichita School of Medicine, Dr. Speicher went on to complete a residency in General Surgery at the University of Missouri at Columbia School of Medicine and a fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery at University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics.
When he's not at work, Dr. Speicher enjoys spending quality time with his wife and children, exercising, and playing the guitar.
Education
Fellowship
- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics
Residency
- University of Missouri School of Medicine
Medical School
- University of Kansas at Wichita School of Medicine
Board Certificates
- American Board of Surgery
- American Board of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic and Cardiac Surgery
Gender
- Male
Languages Spoken
- English
Academic Department
- Cardiovascular Sciences, Thoracic Surgery
Publications
Allman R, Speicher J. Pain Management Protocol-Techniques and Medication Components. Ann Thorac Surg. 2023 Sep;116(3):653. doi: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2023.03.036. Epub 2023 Apr 11. PMID: 37054931.
Rogers A, Allman R, Brea F, Yamaguchi D, Oliver A, Speicher J, Iannettoni M, Anciano C. Transluminal minimally invasive management of esophageal gunshot wound: The Houdini and friends. JTCVS Tech. 2022 May 21;14:148-152. doi: 10.1016/j.xjtc.2022.05.011. PMID: 35967210; PMCID: PMC9366875.
Clark IC, Allman RD, Rogers AL, Goda TS, Smith K, Chanas T, Oliver AL, Iannettoni MD, Anciano CJ, Speicher JE. Multimodal Pain Management Protocol to Decrease Opioid Use and to Improve Pain Control After Thoracic Surgery. Ann Thorac Surg. 2022 Dec;114(6):2008-2014. doi: 10.1016/j.athoracsur.2022.03.059. Epub 2022 Apr 14. PMID: 35430217.
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