
James E. DeCaestecker, DO
Trauma SurgeryColon and Rectal SurgeryGeneral Surgery
About James E. DeCaestecker
About The Provider
James E. de Caestecker, DO, FACS is a graduate of Boston College and the University of Health Sciences College of Medicine. He completed his residency in General Surgery at the Medical College of Pennsylvania, Medical Center of Central Massachusetts, The Hahnemann University Hospital, Philadelphia, PA.
Dr. de Caestecker is certified in General Surgery by the American Board of Surgery. He has a special interest in colon, rectal, and GERD/reflux surgery. He has been associated with Gem City Surgical Associates since 2002.
Networks
Member of Premier Physician Network

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Locations
- Gem City Surgeons at Miami Valley Hospital North Campus
- 9000 North Main Street, Suite 233, Englewood, OH 45415
- phone: 937-832-9310
Experience
Training
- Fellowship: HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, Trauma/Surgical Critical Care, 2002
- Residency: HAHNEMANN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, General Surgery, 2001
- Internship: UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS MEDICAL SCHOOL, 1996
- Medical School: UNIV OF HEALTH SCIENCES/COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE, 1995
Board Certifications
- Surgery (General Surgery): American Board of Surgery, 2002
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adult 18-65
- Older Adult >65
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleInsurance
- Aetna
- Amerihealth Medicaid
- Anthem
- Buckeye Health Plan - Medicaid and Medicare only
- Caresource
- Champ VA
- Cigna
- CommuniCare I-SNP
- Devoted Health
- First Health/Coventry
- Healthsmart
- Healthspring
- Humana - Medicaid and Medicare only
- Medicaid Ohio Traditional
- Medical Mutual
- Medicare A and B
- MediGold
- Ohio Health Choice/Ohio PPO Connect
- Paramount - Medicare Only
- Perennial Advantage I-SNP - Medicare Only
- Private Healthcare Systems
- Tricare/Humana Military
- UMR
- United Behavioral/Optum Health
- United HealthCare
- WellCare Medicare
Ratings & Reviews
4.8 out of 5
87 ratings, 36 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.
- 3 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/3/2026
Not sure what to expect next or if I'll be contacted after testing that was ordered
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2026
I was very nervous about the visit, and he was kind and respectful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/18/2026
The product ordered has not worked well for me. Really I could benefit from some further testing.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 3/6/2026
Dr. and Staff was very courteous and polite with good bedside manners and greeted me with a warm smile and hello upon arrival and in the Dr. office. Explained the in and out Surgery to be performed Downtown Dayton and should not be much downtime.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/20/2026
Very friendly staff, I was treated with respect and given information that I need to process my surgery. I would recommend this office and staff to anyone needing their services
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/14/2026
My husband and I had a number of questions about my upcoming surgery, and every one was answered thoroughly, and without a hint of the old rude 'hand-on-the-doorknob' hurry up routine. His manner was gracious and pleasant. I would be glad to recommend Dr Decaestecker.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/7/2026
Very professional and courteous.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/3/2026
I'm pleased.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/15/2026
We really like the staff and the dr. Also so friendly and helpful ,very knowledgeable and always willing to go out of their way to help
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/11/2026
Staff were very nice.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
The doctor was very thorough and helpful. He made me feel comfortable and explained everything to me in terms that I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/26/2025
They were very helpful and informative. Excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/29/2025
Dr. explained thoroughly and made sure I understood the procedure and post op and recovery.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/25/2025
Very comfortable and efficient system .
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/11/2025
Made me feel comfortable about options.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/5/2025
Everything excellent
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/19/2025
My experience with this provider was good, But the MA wasn't very friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/16/2025
All of theses folks here are great!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/24/2025
Excellent experience
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Very happy with all!
- 4 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/19/2025
Dr professional, polite but NOT personable.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/12/2025
We really like him because he explains things, so we understand what is needed to fix Larry again. We trust him completely! Great surgeon!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/7/2025
I expected good care and I got it.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/30/2025
It is always a positive experience when visiting this Dr's office. Staff is always pleasant and the Dr is always on time available to respond to my questions.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/24/2025
Everyone that was involved with my procedure today was polite and very professional. Made me feel At ease. That goes a long way with me. I recommend they all get a pay raise. I was very impressed and can not say enough about the experience. Thank you so much.?
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/23/2025
Polite and respectful of my understanding of the operation. He honestly told me exactly what would happen and it wasn't what I expected. He gave me a referral to another department.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
Everybody introduced themselves and at checkout the clerk reviewed who I saw that day.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/27/2025
The provider, Dr. Decaestecker, his team and the office staff, or just terrific, helpful and professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/23/2025
I absolutely appreciate the staff there the surgeon he explained everything that I needed to know and gave me the advice that I needed to know and I thank him and everyone there for their support and I wasn't expecting to get out of there so soon LOL ?? but God is Good
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/9/2025
The doctor was very helpful with coming up with a plan of care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2025
The Doctor did very well and explained it to us what was going on. I was very helpful.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/5/2025
Great doctor and staff!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/7/2025
They go over and beyond to do everything to provide the best care for you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/6/2025
Awesome staff!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/11/2025
very helpful and answered all my questions
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 4/27/2025
The staff was very polite and kind. I felt at home.



