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Dr. James Dejesus, DPM

Dr. James Dejesus, DPM

Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. James Dejesus, DPM is a podiatric foot & ankle surgery specialist in Naugatuck, CT and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from NEW YORK COLLEGE OF PODIATRIC MEDICINE in 1987. He is affiliated with Danbury Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.5 Star Rating
Based on 22 reviews 3.5 Star Rating (22 reviews)

Practice

1183 New Haven Rd Naugatuck, CT 06770

Make an Appointment

(203) 723-7884

Dr. Dejesus is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Practices at Top Hospital
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Dr. Dejesus' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Dejesus

3.5

22 ratings, 10 with a written review
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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
Judy DeSantis – Nov 02, 2024
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Waterbury, CT – Jun 17, 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
What could be improved
No results
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CT – Jun 03, 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
Apr 23, 2018
Thank you. Our goal friendly and exceptional...Read More
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Apr 19, 2018
Even a "simple" bunionectomy or hammertoe repair...Read More
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
lUCY in Waterbury, CT – Nov 02, 2016
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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
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Debra in Cheshire, CT – Jun 28, 2016
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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
5 people found this helpful
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Maria in Naugatuck, CT – Apr 19, 2016
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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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
Helpful
Alex K. in Waterbury, CT – Apr 19, 2016
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Anthony Bosley in Winston Salem, NC – Apr 17, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Gentle foot care for all ages.

  • Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery

  • Podiatry

  • Podiatry Sports 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.

  • West Haven Va Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 1989

  • New York College Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School, 1987

  • English

  • Portuguese

  • Spanish

  • Pharmacological Management of the Arthritic Foot and Ankle, April 1999

  • website

Dr. Dejesus is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

  • Connecticut "Top Docs", 2011

  • Connecticut "Top Docs", 2010

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Locations

Practice

Family Footcare PC1183 New Haven Rd Naugatuck, CT 06770
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 7:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 7:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 7:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 7:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: 9:00am - 12:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Family Footcare PC52 Federal Rd Ste 1A Danbury, CT 06810
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Practice

Family Footcare PC77 Main St N Ste 104 Southbury, CT 06488
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New Milford Hospital21 Elm St New Milford, CT 06776
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Danbury Hospital

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

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

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

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    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.

    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

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