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Dr. James Helgager, MD

Dr. James Helgager, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*

Dr. James Helgager, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Oceanside, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Incline Village Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 13 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (13 reviews)

Practice

3905 Waring Rd Oceanside, CA 92056
Telehealth available

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Dr. Helgager's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Helgager

3.4
13 ratings, 5 with a written review
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The supporting staff was friendly but I did not enjoy my visit with this doctor at all. I did not feel like he was listening to me tell him about my concerns and symptoms. He seemed like he was bothered and annoyed that he was seeing me. His questioning was unkind and I did not feel comfortable talking to him about my pain and injuries. He behaved like he could not wait for me to leave his office. When I left I cried in my car. I will never see this doctor again. He submitted a request to have some testing done and when the results are back I will look for another doctor to review them.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Noemi – Jun 11, 2021
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I felt from the very beginning that I was in good hands. Dr. Helgager is a premier orthopedic surgeon. Due to his superb technical and surgical skills, I still have 2 great knees 8.5 years later. I interviewed 5 doctors before selecting Dr. Helgager as my surgeon for my knees. My right knee was extremely deformed. I am forever grateful to Dr.. H.!!!
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
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Jeordie Fellner – Apr 01, 2020
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Dr. Helgager is one of the best surgeons period. He replaced both of my knees in 2012. Never had a problem since. Would highly recommend Dr. Helgager.
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
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Craig – Feb 18, 2020
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Rude, entitled, and egotistical. Looked at me like I was an idiot when asking questions, as is my right and responsibility as a patient. Took forever to be seen and make appointments, and I felt extremely rushed like my visit was keeping him from bigger and better things.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • 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 others found this helpful
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Jul 30, 2019
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The Best Doctor ever, he is more then a brilliant, very profecional , knowledge, highly recommend . Last December I done my surgery - hip replacement , I'm 54 year old, was very- very worry about it. But, he did a great job, was so easy and fast for recovery, I'm different person right now . I'm so lucky to find right Doctor and I recommend for everybody , you will be happy . Thank you Dr. Helgager .... I wish we have more Doctors like him. Rare Doctor... Thank you , Thank you, Thank you...
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
24 others found this helpful
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Galina in Oceanside – Dec 23, 2015
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Dr. James Helgager, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Oceanside, CA. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas and Incline Village Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • Northwest

    Fellowship Hospital

  • Northwestern

    Residency Hospital, 1978

  • Calif Davis-sacramento Med

    Internship Hospital, 1973
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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  • International Congress for Joint Reconstruction, Member

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Unavail3905 Waring Rd Oceanside, CA 92056
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