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Dr. James Ahern, MD

Dr. James Ahern, MD

Family Medicine*
45+ years of experience

Dr. James Ahern, MD is a family medicine physician in Ridgefield, CT and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with Danbury Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 23 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (23 reviews)

Practice

77 Danbury Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877
Telehealth available
(203) 431-6342

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Ahern specializes in the area of Family Practice. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Ahern's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Ahern

4.6

23 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 Star
87%
87%
4 Star
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3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
0%
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1 Star
9%
9%

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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Papa Jimbo – Jun 22, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 20, 2023
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dave Goldenberg – Mar 03, 2022
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Dec 06, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 15, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
SUSAN PALMER in Southport, CT – Sep 21, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Will C in Redding, CT – Jan 14, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Ahern, MD is a family medicine physician in Ridgefield, CT and has over 45 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Cincinnati College of Medicine in 1979. He is affiliated with Danbury Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Family Medicine

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

  • Medical University Of South Carolina

    Internship Hospital, 1980

  • University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1979

  • Harvard College

    Undergraduate School, 1975
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
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Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

James K Ahern and Dr Carol A Galban MDS77 Danbury Rd Ridgefield, CT 06877
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 9:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 9:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 9:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 9:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 9:00pm
    • Sat: 9:00am - 1:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Danbury Hospital

    24 Hospital Ave
    Danbury, CT 06810
    Recipient of 28
    hospital awards

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    74%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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