background
background
Dr. J Fisher, MD

Dr. J Fisher, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*

Dr. J Fisher, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Philadelphia, PA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Pennsylvania Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 21 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (21 reviews)

Practice

801 Spruce St Philadelphia, PA 19107
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

Show Phone Number

Compare with other Orthopedic Spine Surgeons

Compare Dr. Fisher with our nearby Orthopedic Spine Surgeons at Virtua Health.

Make an appointment at Virtua Health today at
(856) 288-1758.

Experience Check

Search for experience in a specific area

Learn more about experience and why treatment frequency matters

Dr. Fisher's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fisher

4.3
21 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 star
81%
81%
4 star
0%
0%
3 star
5%
5%
2 star
0%
0%
1 star
14%
14%

Your trust is our top concern.

We strive to keep reviews honest, trustworthy, and fair.

Doctors can not pay for good reviews, nor can they pay to have negative reviews removed.

We monitor all reviews to ensure they comply with our guidelines and don’t include personal information, profanity, libel, defamation, harassment, obscenity or fraud.

Any reviews that are deemed fraudulent or violate our guidelines will be removed immediately.

All reviews are confirmed and audited before publication, and community members have the ability to flag inappropriate content for further review by our team.

Was very disappointed that I had to wait 2.5 hours past my appointment time to see the doctor. If you make an appointment here, plan on blocking out a morning or afternoon.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Long wait times
Helpful
Mar 06, 2025
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Fisher?
Great Doctor
I had spinal decompression in September 2022 and then again January 2023 on L4/L5. Each side was done a bit differently, due to my diagnoses. I had already seen physical therapists and pain management doctors, and within minutes of reading the imaging, Dr. Fisher was able to diagnose my problems. My pain immediately disappeared after having the first surgery, and I'm still going through the healing process of the second. I have already recommended Dr. Fisher to friends and family that have back pain issues. I highly recommend Dr. Fisher for spinal pain issues.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
Helpful
Jan 17, 2023
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Fisher?
Great Dr.
Dr. Fisher did my L4, L5 fusion 2018 I've never felt better. From time to time I have minimal pain, but nothing that I can't handle. I can bend over to tie my shoes like a normal person and can walk about a mile without great pain. Dr. Fisher and Dr. Megan Malloy make a great team. Very satisfied with the surgeries and treatment given by this office.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
GWENDOLYN MAJOR – Apr 08, 2022
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Fisher?
Visited with my Son on 29 April of this year. He is very informative and spend a lot of time explaining my son's situation. Although a descision has not been made regarding the procedure,I am satisfied with our visit.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
Helpful
Apr 30, 2019
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Fisher?
Sometimes the wait may be long but I never mind because I know that Dr Fisher will spend as much time with the patient that it takes for them to understand and have all their questions answered. I know that he will do that for me as well, so I don’t mind waiting.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Paula Hutchison in Middletown , DE – Jul 15, 2018
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Fisher?
Dr. Fisher is an excellent surgeon and a compassionate physician. I've trusted him for the past 8-9 years and each of the procedures he's helped me get thru. He listens to patients and has a terrific manner or way of helping you get thru and understand what is needed for various procedures. He's methodical and works to rule out other possible pain generators. I greatly appreciate everything Dr. Fisher has done.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
Ken in Delaware – Mar 07, 2018
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Fisher?
Extremely knowledgeable. I have the greatest confidence in him, absolutely marvelous Doctor! He listens to patient and very clearly explains what needs to be done.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
Helpful
JS in Chester County, PA – Oct 14, 2016
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Fisher?
08/12 Dr. Fisher put a Prodisc C in my neck. 09/12 he put another disc in my neck. 09/15 the pain was so bad I sought treatment elsewhere, the vertebrae between the two Prodiscs was crushed and part of the artificial disc was laying on my spinal cord. A very serious injury that needed immediate attention which could have caused me to be paralyzed from the shoulders down. Two major surgeries in one week and one year late I'm still suffering the effects.
What went well
  • Office environment
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
13 others found this helpful
Helpful
Lisa Lange in Smyrna, DE – Aug 29, 2016
×Post a ResponseAre you Dr. Fisher?

Leave a review

How was your experience with Dr. Fisher?

Know Before You Go

About Me

biography

Dr. J. Rush Fisher is Board Certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery. He earned his Bachelor's Degree at Dartmouth College before attending the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine where he obtained his Medical Degree. He...read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Orthopedic Spine Reconstructive Surgery

  • Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • University Hospitals Case Western Reserve

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Pennslyvania Health System

    Residency Hospital

  • Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Pennsylvania Perelman School Of Medicine

    Medical School

  • Dartmouth College

    Undergraduate School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
- 
Orthopedic Surgery
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
Healthgrades has not received any data indicating a board action exists for this provider.

Healthgrades receives board action history for physicians and physician assistants. The information displayed here is sourced from independent information providers, such as state board websites, and may not be the most up-to-date information. Healthgrades makes no representations with respect to the accuracy of any information provided here and assumes no responsibility or liability for such information.

Learn more about medical license public record check

Healthgrades Tips for Getting the Right Healthcare

Insurance Check

Search for your insurance carrier and choose your plan type

Locations

Practice

Office801 Spruce St Philadelphia, PA 19107
1
  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Tue: 7:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:30am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Christiana Spine PA4735 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste 3302 Newark, DE 19713
2
Office800 Spruce St Fl 1 Philadelphia, PA 19107
3
See all Spine Surgeons in Philadelphia, PA