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Dr. James Fitzgerald, MD

Dr. James Fitzgerald, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. James Fitzgerald, MD is a colorectal surgeon in Washington, DC and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Dentistry in 1996. He is affiliated with medical facilities MedStar St. Mary's Hospital and MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (8 reviews)

MedStar Health: Colon and Rectal Surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center

106 Irving St NW Ste 2100N Washington, DC 20010
Telehealth available

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(202) 877-8484

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Fitzgerald specializes in the areas of Colon & Rectal Surgery & General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Fitzgerald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Fitzgerald

3.4
8 ratings
5 star
50%
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4 star
13%
13%
3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
38%
38%

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About Me

biography

James FitzGerald, MD, is board certified in general surgery, surgical critical care, and colon and rectal surgery. He is also an assistant professor of clinical surgery at Georgetown University and the program director of MedStar&rsquos residency in colon and rectal surgery.

  • Colorectal 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.

  • Georgetown University School Of Dentistry

    Medical School, 1996
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
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Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

MedStar Health: Colon and Rectal Surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center

MedStar Health: Colon and Rectal Surgery at MedStar Washington Hospital Center106 Irving St NW Ste 2100N Washington, DC 20010
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • MedStar St. Mary's Hospital

    25500 Point Lookout Rd
    Leonardtown, MD 20650
    Recipient of 21
    hospital awards

    Gastrointestinal Care Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    Gastrointestinal Surgery Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, upper gastrointestinal surgery, and treating bowel obstruction, gastrointestinal bleeds, and pancreatitis

    View all awards

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

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher 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

  • MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

    7503 Surratts Rd
    Clinton, MD 20735
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    77%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% lower than the national average

    72%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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