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Dr. James Lapkoff, MD

Dr. James Lapkoff, MD

Emergency Medicine*

Dr. James Lapkoff, MD is an emergency medicine physician in Sylva, NC. He is affiliated with medical facilities Haywood Regional Medical Center and Swain Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

68 Hospital Rd Sylva, NC 28779

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Lapkoff specializes in the area of Emergency Medicine. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Lapkoff's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lapkoff

3.4
5 ratings, 2 with a written review
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I arrived in extreme pain in my back shoulder and arm. I had previously had xrays and ct scans that showed no abnormalities. I knew something was seriously wrong and I asked him to conduct an MRI. He ordered one and I'm glad he did because the MRI revealed herniated discs in my neck. He was very kind to me even though i was difficult to deal with. He sent a referral to a spine specialist and I am being treated. Thank you for listening to me Dr. You really helped give me my life back.
What went well
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What could be improved
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Apr 05, 2019
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Absolute worse emergency room doctor you will ever want your loved one to encounter! This man is so rude, curt & downright thoughtless! No bedside manner whatsoever! This hospital needs to find someone who at least has a heart, patience & EXPERTISE to find out the what the actual diagnosis might be instead of treating everyone who comes in the door like a nobody. It is obvious this little man has big problems! Even the staff didn't appear to like or agree with his bedside manner! RUN TO MISSION!
What went well
No results
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
  • Long wait times
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Mary L in Candler, NC – Jan 07, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. James Lapkoff, MD is an emergency medicine physician in Sylva, NC. He is affiliated with medical facilities Haywood Regional Medical Center and Swain Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.
  • Emergency Medicine

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  • Universidad Nacional Pedro Henriquez Urena Escuela De Medicina

    Medical School
American Board of Physician Specialties®
American Board of Physician Specialties
Emergency Medicine
Self designated 
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Locations

Practice

Harris Regional Hospital68 Hospital Rd Sylva, NC 28779
1
Swain Community Hospital45 Plateau St Bryson City, NC 28713
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Swain Community Hospital

    45 Plateau St
    Bryson City, NC 28713

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

    90%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    89%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    8% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Haywood Regional Medical Center

    262 Leroy George Dr
    Clyde, NC 28721
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

    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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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