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Dr. James Whitaker, MD

Dr. James Whitaker, MD

Orthopedic Surgery*
50+ years of experience

Dr. James Whitaker, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Saint Louis, MO and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI / COLUMBIA CAMPUS in 1971. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Menorah Medical Center and Bates County Memorial Hospital.

5 Star Rating
Based on 1 review 5 Star Rating (1 review)

Practice

12639 Old Tesson Rd Ste 100 Saint Louis, MO 63128

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(913) 381-5225

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Whitaker is affiliated with Menorah Medical Center Overland Park, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for orthopedic surgery.

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Whitaker specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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About Me

biography

Dr. James Whitaker, MD is an orthopedic surgeon in Saint Louis, MO and has over 50 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI / COLUMBIA CAMPUS in 1971. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Menorah Medical Center and Bates County Memorial Hospital.

  • Orthopedic Surgery

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  • University Of Missouri / Columbia Campus

    Medical School, 1971
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Office12639 Old Tesson Rd Ste 100 Saint Louis, MO 63128
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Menorah Medical Center

    5721 W 119th St
    Overland Park, KS 66209
    Recipient of 25
    hospital awards

    America’s 50 Best Hospitals for Surgical Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Joint Replacement Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in knee and hip replacement

    View all awards

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

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

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Bates County Memorial Hospital

    615 W Nursery St
    Butler, MO 64730

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

    89%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    83%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Ellett Memorial Hospital

    610 N Ohio St
    Appleton City, MO 64724
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