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Dr. James Cardelia, MD

Dr. James Cardelia, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
30+ years of experience

Dr. James Cardelia, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Norfolk, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Careplex Hospital and Sentara Leigh Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

2.6 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 2.6 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

171 Kempsville Rd Ste 201 Norfolk, VA 23502
Telehealth available

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Cardelia is affiliated with Sentara Leigh Hospital Norfolk, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Cardelia specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Cardelia's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Cardelia

2.6

17 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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1 Star
59%
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Oct 12, 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
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A VER happy parent!! – Jan 23, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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HSaoudi – Oct 11, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 person found this helpful
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Cardelia will waist your time – Jun 18, 2019
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
8 people found this helpful
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Virginia Beach, VA – Jul 21, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Cardelia, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Norfolk, VA and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Thomas Jefferson University in 1990. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Sentara Careplex Hospital...read more
  • Orthopedic 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.

  • Thomas Jefferson University

    Medical School, 1990
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office171 Kempsville Rd Ste 201 Norfolk, VA 23502
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Practice

Office500 Discovery Dr Ste 102 Chesapeake, VA 23320
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Sentara Leigh Hospital

    830 Kempsville Rd
    Norfolk, VA 23502
    Recipient of 8
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Sentara Careplex Hospital

    3000 Coliseum Dr
    Hampton, VA 23666
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters

    601 Childrens Ln
    Norfolk, VA 23507
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