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Dr. Jocelyn Idema, DO

Dr. Jocelyn Idema, DO

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
15+ years of experience

Dr. Jocelyn Idema, DO is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Washington, PA and has over 15 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from PHILADELPHIA COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE in 2005. She is affiliated with medical facilities St Clair Hospital and Washington Hospital. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 61 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (61 reviews)

Practice

100 Trich Dr Washington, PA 15301
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Idema specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Idema's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Idema

3.9

61 ratings, 31 with a written review
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Feb 18, 2025
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Nov 26, 2024
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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
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Ted Isoldi – Aug 25, 2024
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
1 person found this helpful
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Bill – Sep 26, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
3 people found this helpful
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Mar 23, 2023
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
7 people found this helpful
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Bob Willard – Sep 21, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Christine Miller – May 16, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
10 people found this helpful
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Feb 03, 2022
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What went well
No results
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
10 people found this helpful
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Aug 01, 2021
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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
4 people found this helpful
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Don Charlton – Apr 29, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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O. E. – Feb 25, 2021
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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
1 person found this helpful
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John L. – Feb 03, 2021
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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
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Tom D. – Feb 03, 2021
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Jim – Jan 06, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 people found this helpful
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Jul 10, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 19, 2019
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
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
7 people found this helpful
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Charlie Nimpfer in MC DONALD, PA – Feb 05, 2019
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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
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Gym Rat in Pittsburgh, PA – Jan 09, 2019
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dec 29, 2018
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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
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Linda in McDonald, PA – Sep 12, 2018
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About Me

care philosophy

"I believe in a team approach with all options presented and we find the best treatment plan together for the best possible outcomes."

biography

Jocelyn R. Idema, DO is a fellowship-trained, board-certified, Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon in Pittsburgh, Kennedy Township, and Washington, Pennsylvania.

She brings an expert dimension to the growing demand for minimally invasive spine...
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  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine 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.

  • Spine Institute Of Arizona

    Fellowship Hospital, 2011
  • Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2010
  • Oklahoma State University Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Residency Hospital, 2007
  • Oklahoma State University

    Internship Hospital, 2006
  • Philadelphia College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    Medical School, 2005
  • Johns Hopkins University School Of Nursing

    Undergraduate School, 2000
  • Gettysburg College

    Undergraduate School, 1999
American Osteopathic Association®
American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
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  • English

  • American Sign Language

Locations

Practice

Advanced Surgical Hospital100 Trich Dr Washington, PA 15301
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Practice

The Orthopedic Group1145 Bower Hill Rd Ste 305 Pittsburgh, PA 15243
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Practice

Steel City Spine and Orthopedic Center LLC470 Johnson Rd Ste 210 Washington, PA 15301
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 6:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions
Steel City Spine and Orthopedic Center LLC27 Heckel Rd Ste 203 Mc Kees Rocks, PA 15136
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Tue: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Wed: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Thu: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Fri: 8:00am - 4:30pm
    • Sat: closed
    • Sun: closed
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • St Clair Hospital

    1000 Bower Hill Rd
    Pittsburgh, PA 15243
    Recipient of 10
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (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

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

    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.

    84%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Washington Hospital

    155 Wilson Ave
    Washington, PA 15301
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Surgical Care Excellence Award™ (2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    6% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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