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Dr. James Wilkerson, MD

Dr. James Wilkerson, MD

Orthopedic Hand Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. James Wilkerson, MD is an orthopedic hand surgeon in Portland, ME and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Brown University Alpert Medical School in 2008. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Stephens Memorial Hospital and Northern Light Mercy Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.3 Star Rating
Based on 6 reviews 4.3 Star Rating (6 reviews)

Orthopaedic Associates

33 Sewall St Portland, ME 04102

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Hospital Highlight

Dr. Wilkerson is affiliated with Northern Light Mercy Hospital Portland, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Wilkerson specializes in the areas of Hand Surgery & Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Wilkerson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Wilkerson

4.3

6 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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RecentHighestLowestMost Helpful
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
No results
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JJDKC – Mar 11, 2025
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
Helpful
kevin slater – Oct 17, 2024
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Terri Warren – Dec 17, 2022
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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
6 people found this helpful
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Beverly hinds in Phippsburg, ME – Oct 19, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 people found this helpful
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Jun 25, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

My number one goal for every patient I treat is to get them back to doing what they want to do, whether it's playing for the Red Sox or playing with their grandkids. If its important to you, its important to me.??

biography

Dr. Wilkerson is a board-certified hand surgeon who specializes in disorders of the hand, wrist and elbow in children and adults. He has published multiple papers and book chapters on acute, chronic, and traumatic conditions involving the upper...read more
  • Orthopedic Hand 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.

  • New York Presbyterian Columbia University Irving Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2014
  • New York-presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center

    Fellowship Hospital, 2014
  • University Of Maryland Medical Center

    Residency Hospital, 2013
  • Brown University Alpert Medical School

    Medical School, 2008
  • Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University, Pawtucket, Rhode Island

    Medical School, 2008
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
Hand Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Orthopaedic Associates

Orthopaedic Associates in Portland33 Sewall St Portland, ME 04102
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Northern Light Mercy Hospital

    175 Fore River Pkwy
    Portland, ME 04102
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

    91%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    7% higher than the national average

    85%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    20% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Stephens Memorial Hospital

    181 Main St
    Norway, ME 04268
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    84%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Mid Coast Hospital

    123 Medical Center Dr
    Brunswick, ME 04011
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    82%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% lower than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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