James J. Burns, MD
Adolescent Medicine, Pediatrics
Medical Group
Ascension Medical Group
Gender
Male
Languages Spoken
English
About
James Burns, MD, is an adolescent medicine pediatrician at Studer Family Children's Hospital Adolescent Medicine in Pensacola, Florida. Dr. Burns starts by listening to understand your child and their health. Then, he works with you to create a personalized care plan that is right for your child and your family.
Dr. Burns is fellowship-trained and board-certified in both general pediatrics and adolescent medicine. Throughout his more than 40-year pediatric career, Dr. Burns has held academic appointments at medical schools across the nation, earning dozens of awards for excellence in teaching. He is a retired captain in the U.S. Navy and has practiced pediatrics and adolescent medicine at Naval Hospitals stretching from California to Florida. Dr. Burns is a fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Society for Adolescent Health and Medicine. He has published over 30 manuscripts and has presented 49 abstracts at national and regional meetings. Dr. Burns has a passion for mentoring physician residents. His research interests include geographic information systems, tonsillectomy and adolescent medicine topics.
Education
Medical/Professional
- Penn State College of Medicine
Fellowship
- Naval Medical Center - San Diego
Residency
- Naval Medical Center - San Diego
Internship
- Naval Medical Center - San Diego
Undergraduate
- United States Naval Academy
Qualifications
Hospital Affiliations
- Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital Pensacola
Certifications
- The American Board of Pediatrics - Adolescent Medicine
- The American Board of Pediatrics - Pediatrics
Locations
Primary Location
Studer Family Children's Hospital Adolescent Medicine
Facility Hours
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Schedule Appointment
(850) 416-1572
Why Ascension
Ascension doctors are committed to getting to know you. They take time for real back-and-forth conversations with you so they can understand all aspects of you and your life. Because great care starts with seeing your whole picture.
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