In April of 2022 I went to see my doctor, James Purpura, due to swelling of my lower left leg and foot. I had been experiencing this swelling for five to six months hoping it would just go away. Dr. Purpura looked at my leg and explained that a blood clot needed to be ruled out. He scheduled me for urgent doppler/duplex imaging for veins of the leg within the hour! Fortunately the results… See more
James Purpura, DO
Abilene, TX 79606 Get Directions
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My Philosophy and Approach to Wellness...
I have over 30 years of experience in primary care, including inpatient hospital care. I firmly believe that primary medical care should focus on the whole body and not the individual organs to optimize medical care. I try to ensure that concurrent care documentation from consultant physicians is kept current and updated in the patient records, thus maximizing total care and minimizing possible treatment errors.
I feel very blessed to be part of the Abilene community. I look forward to a long-term relationship with all my current and future patients.
Dr. Purpura's Credentials
Medical College of Virginia, Blackstone Family Practice
Blackstone, VA
Family Medicine 1986-1988
Grandview Medical Center
Daytona, OH
1985-1986
College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific Western University of Health Sciences
Pomona, CA
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine 1985
New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
Bachelor of Science, Biology 1981
Oceans Behavioral Hospital Abilene
Interim HealthCare Hospice of Abilene
Testimonials from patients of Dr. Purpura
Dr. Purpura always has time for my health concerns. In our appointments I never feel rushed. Ed Lang
He has always listened to what I have to tell him. He really works hard to get me on the right meds for what is wrong with me!
I haven't had any major issues and hope I never do, but I know that I can trust Dr. Purpura always to help me through it emotionally and professionally. Apart from his MD, he is also certified in the following skills:
Being a good listener
Lots of patience - especially with me
Caring attitude
Understanding of patients to know when the need for a… See more
At 77 years of age, I believe Dr. Purpura to be the best doctor I have ever had or ever known. I hope he will be my doctor until the day I die. I appreciate his care of my wife as well. I trust him implicitly.